Real Estate Attorney

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

2 to 3 weeks of paid time off

Job summary

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA in Irvine, CA seeks an Associate Attorney in Real Estate Litigation in a hybrid capacity. The role involves managing a real estate, foreclosure, and contract litigation caseload from inception to resolution.

Ideal candidates have a J.D., California bar admission, 3+ years civil litigation experience, and strong legal writing and courtroom skills. The firm emphasizes client service and vigorous advocacy.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in real estate litigation, foreclosure law, land use matters, or property disputes is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in state and federal court proceedings, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex real estate and foreclosure-related issues.
• Advise clients regarding litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case developments.
• Manage deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedural requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve favorable client outcomes.
• Participate in business development and client relationship management initiatives.

Skills

Legal writing

Courtroom experience

Litigation management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Title: Associate Attorney – Real Estate Litigation

Location: Irvine, California (Hybrid)

About the firm:

Our client is a growing California law firm focused on real estate litigation, foreclosure defense, land use disputes, contract disputes, and complex property-related matters. The firm represents homeowners, businesses, and property owners throughout California and is known for its client-centered approach, strong litigation strategy, and commitment to protecting property rights.

As the firm continues to expand, we are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our Oakland office in a hybrid work environment.

Position Summary:

The Associate Attorney will manage a litigation caseload involving real estate, foreclosure, contract, land use, and property disputes. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong legal writing skills, courtroom experience, and the ability to independently manage cases from inception through resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in state and federal court proceedings, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex real estate and foreclosure-related issues.
• Advise clients regarding litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case developments.
• Manage deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedural requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve favorable client outcomes.
• Participate in business development and client relationship management initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in real estate litigation, foreclosure law, land use matters, or property disputes is highly preferred.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$250,000 – $300,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• 2 to 3 weeks of paid time off