Eminent Domain & Condemnation Attorney - Hybrid

Los Angeles, California | Hybrid | $215,000–$315,000 | Other office locations available in San Diego and Oakland

A respected California law firm is seeking an Eminent Domain Attorney (Of Counsel) to join its litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex eminent domain, land acquisition, infrastructure, and public works matters that directly impact communities across the state.

You'll handle sophisticated litigation from inception through trial while collaborating with experienced attorneys who value strategic thinking, professional development, and teamwork. The firm offers a hybrid schedule, strong litigation support, and long-term career stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex eminent domain and condemnation litigation from intake through resolution.
• Represent clients in land acquisition, inverse condemnation, and real property disputes.
• Develop litigation strategies and oversee all phases of case management.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, appellate briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written advocacy.
• Handle discovery, depositions, witness preparation, and evidentiary development.
• Interview clients, witnesses, and subject matter experts.
• Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, bench trials, and jury trials.
• Advise clients on real property, land use, and public infrastructure matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups to achieve successful outcomes.
• Maintain strong client relationships while delivering practical legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum 7 years of litigation experience.
• Strong experience handling law and motion practice, including dispositive motions.
• Demonstrated success preparing complex matters for trial.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presentation skills.
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated litigation matters.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal communication.

Preferred:

• Prior experience handling eminent domain matters.
• Real estate or real property litigation experience.
• Experience representing public entities or government agencies.
• Infrastructure, transportation, or public works litigation experience.
• Bench and jury trial experience.
• Appellate litigation experience.
• Familiarity with California Eminent Domain Law and related statutes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $215,000–$315,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual discretionary bonus + billable hours bonus.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the client law firm.
• Strong litigation support and collaborative legal teams.
• Long-term career stability with an established California firm.

About the Client Firm

The hiring law firm is known for delivering sophisticated legal counsel to public agencies, private businesses, and organizations throughout California. Attorneys work on high-profile matters while benefiting from a collaborative culture focused on mentorship, professional development, innovation, and long-term career growth.

The firm provides the resources, flexibility, and support needed to deliver exceptional client service while building a rewarding legal career. Attorneys are trusted with meaningful work, supported by experienced colleagues, and encouraged to grow their practice within a hybrid work environment.

Location: Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles offers one of the nation's most dynamic legal markets, with access to major public agencies, infrastructure projects, and high‑impact litigation. The region combines professional opportunity with world‑class dining, arts, entertainment, beaches, and year‑round outdoor recreation. Relocation assistance is available to any of the office locations in Los Angeles, San Diego, or Oakland.

Disclosures

The client employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

This job is posted by Affordable Legal Recruiting on behalf of a confidential client. Ref#: BSS 26-00270