Real Estate Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A San Diego-based law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of litigation experience. The role involves managing real estate disputes, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court. The ideal candidate has strong advocacy skills and knowledge of California procedures. This position offers a flexible remote work structure and opportunities for professional advancement.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

Flexible remote work structure

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of litigation experience, preferably in real estate.
• Solid legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of California procedural rules and court systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload involving real estate-related litigation.
• Draft and review lease agreements and corporate contracts.
• Represent clients in legal settings and maintain communication.

Skills

Legal drafting and litigation strategy

Strong oral and written advocacy

Client advisory experience

Tech-enabled legal environment adaptability

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution

Tools

G Suite

Microsoft Office

Zoom

DialPad

Job description

Job Overview:
A San Diego-based law firm with a focus on real estate law is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join its growing team. This role involves handling a diverse portfolio of real estate disputes and transactions, from litigation to consulting on deals and agreements. The position is ideal for a candidate with a strong foundation in civil litigation and a desire to build deep subject matter expertise in real estate matters within a collaborative and process-driven environment.

Duties:

Manage a caseload involving:

Real estate-related consumer litigation (e.g., non-disclosure, misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty)

Property boundary and ownership disputes

Land-use and easement matters

Draft and review legal documents such as:

Lease agreements

Easements

Business formation records

Corporate contracts and transactional materials

Represent clients in legal settings, including:

Court hearings

Mediations

Depositions

Oversee legal discovery and drafting responsibilities:

Draft and respond to pleadings and motions

Handle dispositive motions and pre-trial filings

Maintain clear and regular communication with clients regarding case status and strategic advice

Provide leadership and delegate work effectively to legal support staff

Track and meet billable hour expectations in a timely, professional manner

Requirements:

1-3 years of litigation experience, with preference for real estate-related practice

Solid legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Experience in client advisory and courtroom representation

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, tech-enabled legal environment

Knowledge of California procedural rules and court systems

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution

Certifications:

Must be an active member in good standing with the California State Bar

Skills:

Legal drafting and litigation strategy

Strong oral and written advocacy

Familiarity with legal software and communication tools, including:

G Suite

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Zoom and DialPad

Experience with trial preparation, mediations, and arbitration is a plus

Exposure to both litigation and transactional real estate law

Ability to manage staff and collaborate cross-functionally

Job Location:

Remote

Health insurance coverage

Flexible remote work structure (with possible hybrid transition)

Exposure to high-impact, growth-oriented legal work

Opportunities for advancement and professional development within a nationally expanding practice

Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment

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