A well-established boutique real estate law firm has an immediate opening for a litigation associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience. The practice spans a wide range of real estate matters, including landlord-tenant issues, construction, land use, HOA/TIC matters, and purchase-and-sale disputes. Litigation experience is required, and exposure to land use, administrative law, or environmental litigation is a plus.
The ideal candidate has excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid work ethic. Experience with law and motion practice, discovery, and trial support is essential.
Position Summary
The firm seeks a 2-5 year associate to support its real estate litigation practice. Responsibilities include advising clients, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and representing clients in judicial and administrative proceedings in both state and federal court. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position, though the firm is open to discussing alternative contract arrangements.
The role requires in-office attendance at one of the firm's three Bay Area locations.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide legal counsel to property owners in real estate and landlord-tenant matters
* Advise clients on real estate purchase transactions
* Represent clients in administrative hearings, trial-level proceedings, and appeals
* Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and writs
* Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law
* Manage written discovery and assist with trial preparation
* Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel
* Negotiate settlements and prepare agreements to resolve disputes
Qualifications
* J.D. from an accredited law school
* Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California
* 2-5 years of experience in real estate litigation, landlord-tenant, or related civil litigation
* Experience with writs and appellate matters preferred but not required
* Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
* Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Westlaw
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.