The firm seeks an associate attorney with 2-4 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions to join its Real Estate practice in Sacramento. This position requires experience with lease review, purchase and sale agreements, CC&Rs, secured financing negotiation, and documentation. Qualified candidates will have a distinguished academic record and exceptional research, writing, organizational and communication skills. Associate salaries are based on years of experience and bonus consideration is given for productivity and performance. Must be a current, active member of the California State Bar Association. Please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a brief, recent writing sample to Maureen Cooper, Recruiting Director. Downey Brand LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. No telephone calls or e-mail applications, please. Principals only. All inquiries will be held in confidence. [Note new job title and job link]