Real Estate Legal Assistant (LA)

Lee Hecht Harrison

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Attorney, Billing, Compensation and Benefits, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Escrow, File Maintenance, High School Diploma, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Logistics, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Real Estate, Time Management, Travel Planning
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Real Estate Legal Assistant

Los Angeles, CA | Hybrid (4 days onsite / 1 remote)

$85,000$95,000 base salary + benefits (DOE)

A confidential law firm is seeking an experienced Real Estate Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling sophisticated real estate litigation and transactional matters. This is a key support role within a fast-paced, professional environment.

What Youll Do

  • Draft, proofread, and file litigation and real estate documents (pleadings, agreements, leases, deeds, closing materials)

  • Assist with real estate transactions, including escrow, loan, and closing documents

  • E-file with state and federal courts and submit documents for recording

  • Manage attorney and court calendars; track deadlines and key dates

  • Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction checklists

  • Communicate with clients, courts, title companies, escrow officers, and third parties

  • Maintain files, document management systems, and assist with billing and expenses

  • Coordinate meetings, travel, and related logistics

What Were Looking For

  • High school diploma required; Bachelors preferred

  • 5+ years of litigation legal assistant experience (mid- to large-size firm preferred)

  • Experience with real estate litigation and/or transactions strongly preferred

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems (e.g., iManage)

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary: $85,000$95,000 annually (depending on experience)

  • 401(k)

  • Profit sharing

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison