Litigation Associate

Gallagher Recruiting LLC; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Onsite amenities (including a gym)

Paid holidays and PTO

Bar dues and MCLE stipend

Job summary

A growing legal firm in Newport Beach is seeking talented Associate and Senior Litigation Attorneys to join their team. The firm represents clients in complex real estate matters, requiring strong litigation skills and an active California Bar license. Ideal candidates have extensive courtroom experience and exceptional legal writing abilities. This full-time position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for mentorship, along with a competitive salary range based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience for Associate role.
• 10+ years of litigation experience for Senior Attorney role.
• Minimum 2 years of real estate litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in state and federal court.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research on complex real estate issues.
• Manage litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Communicate with clients regarding case strategy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Analytical ability

Strategic thinking

Client communication

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Active California Bar license

Job description

Pay and Recruiter Range

Gallagher Recruiting LLC Pay Range
This range is provided by Gallagher Recruiting LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$150,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr

About the Firm

A rapidly growing boutique real estate litigation firm with offices in Northern and Southern California is seeking talented Associate and Senior Litigation Attorneys to join its Newport Beach team. The firm represents homeowners, borrowers, and businesses across the state in complex real estate and foreclosure matters — from title and encroachment disputes to fraud, breach of contract, and wrongful foreclosure actions.

If you thrive in high-stakes litigation, enjoy substantive courtroom work, and want to join a collaborative and mission-driven team, this is an exceptional opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Represent clients in state and federal court, including mediations, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and appellate briefs
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on complex real estate and foreclosure issues
• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, ensuring all deadlines and court rules are met
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy, risk assessment, and next steps
• Senior Attorney Level: Mentor junior attorneys and paralegals; provide strategic oversight on case development

What We’re Looking For

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• Associate: 5+ years of litigation experience
• Senior Attorney: 10+ years of litigation experience
• Minimum 2 years of real estate litigation experience required
• Experience drafting MTSs, MTDs, appellate briefs, writs, and other substantive motions
• Strong track record with depositions, mediations, and courtroom advocacy
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical ability, and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to handle a full docket independently in a fast-paced environment
• Law Review, clerkship, or appellate experience is a plus
• Associate: $150,000–$180,000
• Senior Attorney: $180,000–$240,000
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Onsite amenities (including a gym)
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Bar dues and MCLE stipend
• Supportive, growth-oriented environment with meaningful mentorship opportunities

Firm Culture

This firm values integrity, empathy, excellence, and accountability. Attorneys work collaboratively across offices, leveraging a supportive culture with room for autonomy, initiative, and professional growth. The team is united in its mission to deliver strategic, compassionate, and results-driven representation for clients facing complex real estate disputes.

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Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function and Industries

• Legal
• Real Estate and Law Practice