Pay: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a growing boutique real estate law practice where experienced attorneys have meaningful ownership of their matters and direct client impact.
- Handle sophisticated real estate litigation involving landlord-tenant disputes, ownership and title issues, contract disputes, lease and guaranty enforcement, and related civil matters.
- Work closely with clients and a collaborative legal team while having the autonomy expected of a seasoned attorney.
- Enjoy a remote-first work arrangement with the flexibility to occasionally meet or work from the Irvine office.
- Earn $200,000-$250,000 based on experience, plus health, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, PTO, and sick time.
- Build your practice in an environment that values hard work, positive energy, collaboration, and maintaining a healthy personal life.
Location: Remote within 100 miles of Irvine, California, with occasional meetings or office visits in Irvine as needed.
Note: Must have 10+ years of experience practicing as an attorney, 3+ years of litigation experience, and an active California Bar license in good standing. Candidates must reside within 100 miles of Irvine, have meaningful courtroom experience, and be able to occasionally attend meetings in the Irvine office.
About Us
We are a growing boutique real estate law firm focused on delivering practical, high-quality legal solutions to property owners, landlords, and other clients navigating complex real estate matters. Our practice combines real estate transactions and litigation, giving our attorneys the opportunity to work on challenging matters while developing strong, lasting client relationships. We value professionalism, collaboration, positive energy, and doing excellent work without sacrificing life outside the office. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage a diverse caseload of real estate and civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
- Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, and other litigation proceedings.
- Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and factual issues.
- Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, complaints, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Advise clients regarding legal strategies, risks, options, and practical solutions.
- Handle landlord-tenant, commercial real estate, ownership/title, contract, lease, guaranty, and related disputes.
- Communicate directly with clients and develop trusted professional relationships.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal support professionals to deliver timely, high-quality work.
- Manage deadlines, case strategy, filings, and day-to-day litigation responsibilities with strong attention to detail.
- Follow firm procedures while contributing ideas and judgment as the practice continues to grow.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active California Bar license and good standing.
- 10+ years of experience practicing as an attorney.
- 3+ years of litigation experience.
- Demonstrated experience with court hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
- Strong legal research, writing, analysis, advocacy, and client communication skills.
- Commercial landlord-tenant or real estate litigation experience is highly valued.
- California driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to occasionally attend meetings in Irvine.
- Self-directed, professional, positive, and collaborative approach.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will have the autonomy and flexibility of a remote role while remaining closely connected to an experienced legal team. Your work will have a direct impact on clients and their real estate interests, with opportunities to handle substantive matters rather than simply support them. We believe high performance and a positive, collaborative culture can coexist with a fulfilling life outside of work.
JPC-1762
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: Remote but must reside within 100 mile radius of Irvine, CA. CA bar license, 3+ yrs litigation exp. Must be a 10+ yr associate.
- Required Years as Associate, 10+
- Additional context: Relocation- [No] Packages - [No relocation package]
- Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
- 10-12 years: $200,000-$215,000
- 13-17 years: $215,000-$235,000
- 18+ years: $235,000-$250,000
Submission Email: Jamie - jamie@awblawpc.com
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- Client job title: Litigation Attorney
- Location: Irvine, CA
- On-site, hybrid, remote: Remote
- Experience: 10
- Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Senior Litigation Attorney, Litigation Attorney, Senior Litigation Associate, Real Estate Litigation Attorney, Real Estate Attorney, Commercial Litigation Attorney, Landlord-Tenant Attorney
- of hires needed: 1