Associate Attorney

Senior Real Estate, Construction & Civil Litigation AttorneyA well-established law firm is seeking a senior-level Associate Attorney with a minimum of five years of experience, with ten or more years strongly preferred, to handle a substantive and varied caseload focused on real estate, construction, and civil litigation.The practice handles matters including commercial and residential lease review and negotiations, landlord-tenant litigation, quiet title and co-tenancy disputes, real estate non-disclosure claims, easement and boundary disputes, construction defects and contractor disputes, as well as broader civil litigation involving contract, business, and property matters.This is primarily an in-office position, with occasional flexibility to work remotely. The attorney will have frequent courtroom exposure and should be comfortable handling hearings, depositions, negotiations, and trial-related matters.Cases are distributed across the team, and attorneys have the opportunity to develop their own business, although business generation is not required. The ideal candidate will be able to independently manage a caseload while collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.ResponsibilitiesManage an active caseload involving:Commercial and residential lease review and negotiationsLandlord-tenant litigationQuiet title and co-tenancy disputesReal estate non-disclosure claimsEasement and boundary disputesConstruction defects and contractor disputesContract, business, and property litigationAppear regularly in court for hearings, depositions, and trialDraft and review legal documents, including contracts, motions, pleadings, discovery, and client correspondenceConduct legal research using legal research platforms such as LexisNexis and WestlawDevelop case strategy and provide legal guidance to clientsPrepare for trial, including organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, and coordinating witness testimonyCommunicate directly with clients regarding case developments, legal options, and strategyWork closely with paralegals and support staff throughout case development, discovery, and trial preparationRepresent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedingsStay current on applicable statutes, case law, procedural requirements, and court rulesQualifications & SkillsMinimum five years of legal experience in real estate, construction, or civil litigation; ten or more years preferredSubstantive experience handling real estate transactions and disputes, construction matters, and general civil litigationStrong courtroom experience with a demonstrated ability to handle hearings and trial-related mattersExperience conducting legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, or comparable legal research platformsExcellent legal drafting skills, including contracts, motions, pleadings, discovery, and client correspondenceStrong negotiation and courtroom advocacy skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to explain complex legal concepts clearly to clientsDemonstrated ability to independently manage a substantial caseloadStrong organizational and case-management skillsWorking knowledge of California procedural law and court rulesActive license and good standing with the California State BarWork EnvironmentFull-time positionPrimarily in-officeMonday-Friday scheduleFrequent courtroom and client-facing responsibilitiesCollaborative and team-oriented work environmentOpportunity for professional growth and developmentOpportunity to develop and grow an individual practiceCompensation & BenefitsSalary: $130,000-$220,000 per year, based on experience and qualificationsBonus opportunitiesHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)401(k) matchingRetirement planWork Location: In person