Associate Attorney – Unlawful Detainer/Real Estate

Scion Staffing, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Scion Legal is conducting a confidential search for an Associate Attorney on behalf of a respected California law firm. This role centers on hands-on litigation in real estate disputes and unlawful detainer matters, offering substantial responsibility and direct client interaction.

The successful candidate will develop litigation strategy, draft pleadings and motions, and collaborate with a supportive team to achieve strong client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license and JD required.
• 3+ years of California litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience handling real estate litigation and unlawful detainer matters is advantageous.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills; ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload focused on real estate disputes and unlawful detainer matters.
• Develop case strategy, assess risk, and identify efficient solutions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and memoranda.

Skills

Litigation

Real estate litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active California Bar license

Job description

Are you a litigation attorney who enjoys solving problems, developing strategy, and seeing cases through from start to finish? Do you thrive in an environment where initiative is valued, high standards are the norm, and your work directly impacts client outcomes? Are you looking for an opportunity to build your litigation career while handling meaningful real estate and unlawful detainer matters? If so, this may be the perfect next step in your legal career.

Scion Legal, the national legal recruiting specialist, has been engaged to conduct a confidential search for an Associate Attorney on behalf of a respected California law firm. This firm has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service, strategic legal advocacy, and practical business‑minded solutions. The firm's culture emphasizes accountability, collaboration, professional development, and a commitment to producing outstanding legal work.

Legal Opportunity Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking hands‑on litigation experience and substantial responsibility. The Associate Attorney will manage a caseload focused primarily on real‑estate litigation and unlawful detainer matters while working closely with an experienced team of attorneys. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to independently handle cases, develop litigation strategy, and build strong client relationships within a collaborative and supportive environment.

What You Will Lead

• Manage a litigation caseload focused on real estate disputes, unlawful detainer matters, and related civil litigation cases.
• Develop case strategy, assess risk, and identify efficient solutions aligned with client objectives.
• Draft high‑quality pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Manage cases through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and hearings.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties to effectively advance matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure exceptional client service and successful case outcomes.
• Contribute to a team‑oriented culture while taking ownership of assigned matters and responsibilities.

What You Bring

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of California litigation experience.
• Experience handling real estate litigation and/or unlawful detainer matters strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work product.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing positively within a collaborative team environment.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to analyze both immediate legal issues and broader case objectives.
• Professional, personable, and adaptable approach to client service and teamwork.

Compensation And Benefits

This position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $150,000 to $180,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise. The firm also provides a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that supports long‑term career growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful litigation experience, client interaction, and advancement potential within a growing practice.

About Our Search Firm

Scion Legal is the legal recruiting division of Scion Staffing, Inc., a national award‑winning recruiting and staffing firm. Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with outstanding career opportunities. Through our innovative recruiting and talent acquisition solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Recruitment Firms and Best Executive Search Firms in America. Scion has also been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm and a top recruiting firm by The Business Times.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value for our client organizations and the candidates we represent.

For opportunities located in jurisdictions that have enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction‑based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows all enacted guidance and considers all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and unbiased recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion and the organizations we serve.