Unlawful Detainer Trial Attorney | Real Estate Litigation

Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP in San Diego seeks a Trial Attorney to litigate unlawful detainer actions in California state courts on behalf of property owners and managers.

The role requires 1–3 years of trial experience, strong oral advocacy and writing skills, and willingness to spend multiple days in court. The firm offers a comprehensive compensation package and an in-office/hybrid work model, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• J.D. and active California Bar license is required.
• 1 to 3 years of trial experience.
• Strong oral advocacy and writing skills.
• Knowledge of trial procedure, related motion work and evidentiary rules.
• Must be willing to spend multiple days per week in court.

Responsibilities

• Litigate unlawful detainer actions in California state courts on behalf of property owners and managers.
• Defend and conduct depositions.
• Provide legal advice through phone consultations, assessing the facts and issues of each scenario and counseling clients accordingly.
• Respond to client questions and concerns in order to increase and retain business.
• Work with legal staff to prepare motions, pleadings, stipulations and other trial-related court documents.
• Propound and respond to discovery, depositions, and motions.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Trial procedure

Communication with diverse backgrounds

Education

J.D. and active California Bar license

Job description

Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP in San Diego seeks a Trial Attorney to litigate unlawful detainer actions in California state courts on behalf of property owners and managers.

The role requires 1–3 years of trial experience, strong oral advocacy and writing skills, and willingness to spend multiple days in court. The firm offers a comprehensive compensation package and an in-office/hybrid work model, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401(k).