Attorney

We are an established real estate law firm with offices throughout California. Our Irvine office is seeking an experienced landlord-tenant attorney to join our fast-paced team. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling commercial and mobile home unlawful detainer evictions, potentially through trial, as well as pre-litigation residential and commercial landlord-tenant disputes on behalf of property owners and managers. We are seeking a team player with a positive attitude who can develop strong relationships with our extensive client base while providing high-quality and effective representation.

About Us:

With over 45 years in the California legal industry and six offices statewide, our firm was founded on a commitment to customer service that has flourished within our culture of inclusion and diversity. We believe in working hard for our clients each day and in taking care of our employees so they are empowered to do their very best work. It is our mission to provide the highest quality, cost-effective legal services to our clients.

Schedule:

Position is full-time, exempt. Our business hours are 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-5:00pm Friday. Training will be completed in the office and then the successful hire may be permitted to work remotely a few days each week.

Compensation:

$135k-$225k/annually (DOE) + Benefits

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal representation to clients, assessing the facts and issues of each scenario and counseling clients appropriately
• Review documents and guide clients through the eviction process
• Provide legal advice through phone consultations, emails, and video conferences
• Draft legal correspondence, including letters and notices
• Litigate unlawful detainer trials throughout Southern California courts
• Draft pre-trial motions and pleadings
• Represent the firm internally and externally
• Complete project-based work and additional duties as needed to support the practice group

The successful candidate will be required to make court appearances. This position has a billable hour goal of 1600 hours p/year.

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• J.D. and an active California Bar license
• 5+ years of civil litigation experience
• General knowledge of landlord-tenant law
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

The following qualifications are preferred:

• Trial experience
• Experience in the rental housing industry
• Lexis/Westlaw experience
• Experience with case management and/or document management systems

Why Work for Us?

Our firm offers a rewarding work environment that values a work-life balance and fosters a culture of professional growth and opportunities. We provide a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and sick time.

What employees are saying about working with us:

• “The people, atmosphere, culture, and work/life balance are great.”
• “I always feel included, respected, and a part of the team.”
• “I have been given so many opportunities to grow and have learned so much.”

Candidates who meet the criteria for the position will be contacted for the next step in the hiring process. Interviews are currently being conducted by phone or video with possible in-person interviews for finalist candidates.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.