Real Estate Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Bonus eligibility

Bar dues

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a litigation associate to join its San Francisco real estate practice. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of civil litigation experience, California Bar membership, and strong writing and advocacy skills.

This in-person role emphasizes direct client contact, court appearances, and advancement to Senior Associate or Shareholder. The position requires in-person attendance Monday through Friday with opportunities for growth, complex case responsibility, and a collaborative

Qualifications

• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Two to five years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with law and motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Westlaw.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to property owners on real estate and landlord-tenant matters.
• Support real estate purchase-and-sale matters.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, trial court proceedings, and appeals.
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and writs.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Manage discovery and support trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Negotiate settlements and draft agreements to resolve disputes.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation associate with 2 to 5 years of experience to join its real estate practice in San Francisco, CA. This role offers substantive case responsibility, direct client contact, and regular court appearances. The position requires in-person attendance Monday through Friday and provides a clear path for advancement.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel to property owners on real estate and landlord-tenant matters.
• Support real estate purchase-and-sale matters.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, trial court proceedings, and appeals.
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and writs.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Manage discovery and support trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Negotiate settlements and draft agreements to resolve disputes.

Requirements

• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Two to five years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with law and motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Westlaw.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

California Bar membership.

Skills

• Excellent written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to providing responsive, client-focused service.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) or profit-sharing plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Bar dues and CLE reimbursement.
• Transit or parking benefits.
• Professional-development support.
• Collegial, professional work environment with work-life balance.
• Opportunities for advancement to Senior Associate or Shareholder.