Business Litigation Attorney

Luther Lanard PC; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Origination credit for new business

Job summary

Luther Lanard, PC is seeking a remote full-time litigation attorney with at least four years of business litigation experience. Franchise law experience is a plus but not required. The role offers significant client interaction and the chance to handle matters independently from start to finish.

Candidates should be able to work full time and be comfortable working remotely from anywhere in the United States, with the ability to manage cases through all stages, from initial contact to resolution.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in good standing.
• Minimum four years of business litigation experience.
• Ability to work remotely with strong client interaction.
• Franchise law experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle litigation and pre-lawsuit matters from start to resolution.
• Identify claims and advise clients with clear strategy.
• Draft demand letters, motions, settlements, and key documents.
• Communicate with franchisors and opposing counsel.
• Set client expectations with professionalism.
• Develop cases for trial and arbitration.

Skills

Strong communicator

Detail-oriented

Self-directed

Problem-solver

Deadline-driven

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Licensed to State Bar in good standing

Job description

Overview

Luther Lanard, PC is a boutique law firm based in Newport Beach, CA, specializing in Franchise law. We are experiencing tremendous growth and are looking for a remote full‑time litigation attorney with at least four years of business litigation experience. Franchise law experience is a plus but not required. The role offers significant client interaction and the chance to handle matters independently from start to finish.

Candidates should be able to work full time and be local to anywhere in Southern California.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle litigation and pre‑lawsuit dispute matters from initial client contact through resolution.
• Identify claims and help clients navigate their options with clear, strategic advice.
• Draft demand letters, motions, settlement agreements, and other critical documents.
• Effectively confer with franchisors and opposing counsel.
• Set and manage client expectations with professionalism and clarity.
• Develop cases for trial and arbitration hearings.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar.
• Minimum four years of legal experience in litigation.
• Attributes that matter:
  • Responsive and reliable – clients and colleagues can count on you to follow through.
  • Detail‑oriented – you catch issues before they become problems.
  • Intellectually curious – you want to understand the nuances, not just check boxes.
  • Strong communicator – excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Self‑directed – you're deadline‑driven and organized without requiring constant oversight.
  • Problem‑solver – you can think independently and develop creative solutions.

Compensation

$140,000 – $170,000 per year, with performance‑based bonuses and origination credit for business you bring in.