About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own a docket of property-related disputes from first filing through trial and appeal, while building direct relationships with government-sector clients. The position blends courtroom advocacy, expert-led financial analysis and strategic advice, plus guiding newer attorneys and working with colleagues in other offices.
What you'll do
- Take the lead on property acquisition and takings disputes for government-sector clients.
- Shape the financial and valuation approach by coordinating with outside experts and testing opposing expert opinions.
- Run each stage of a case, from initial filings through evidence gathering, hearings, negotiated resolution, trial and appellate work.
- Address closely related claims, including constitutional and regulatory challenges to government action.
- Advise clients on early-stage disputes and strategy before a lawsuit is filed.
- Work with colleagues in other offices on matters across the state and coach junior lawyers.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Seven or more years of litigation experience in property takings, real estate disputes or public land acquisition.
- Demonstrated ability to carry a case from start to finish, including trial and appeal.
- History of independently handling depositions, written discovery and motion practice in complex matters.
- Background advising local government or other public-sector clients.
- Working familiarity with compensation and damages concepts used in property valuation disputes.
- Confidence managing client relationships without close supervision.
- J.D. from a reputable law school with strong academic credentials.
- Active California bar admission.
- Based in, or willing to relocate to, the San Diego, Los Angeles or Oakland area.
- Comfortable working in the office 2-3 days per week.
- Willingness to submit a writing sample and academic transcript with an application.
Bonus points
- Trial experience in property valuation disputes.
- Past experience with a public transportation or similar government agency.
- Appellate experience in takings-related matters.
- Familiarity with environmental review or land use litigation.
- Comfort with real estate transactions as they relate to valuation.
- Experience mentoring junior attorneys on case strategy.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 215,000 to 315,000 per year
- Discretionary performance bonus
Location and work model
- San Diego, Los Angeles or Oakland, California, United States (candidate's choice of city)
- Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in office
- Full-time
Skills Required
- Seven or more years of litigation experience in property takings, real estate disputes, or public land acquisition
- Ability to handle cases from start to finish, including trial and appeal
- Independent experience with depositions, written discovery, and motion practice in complex matters
- Experience advising local government or other public-sector clients
- Working familiarity with compensation and damages concepts used in property valuation disputes
- Ability to manage client relationships without close supervision
- J.D. from a reputable law school with strong academic credentials
- Active California bar admission
- Based in or willing to relocate to San Diego, Los Angeles, or Oakland
- Comfort working in the office two to three days per week
- Willingness to submit a writing sample and academic transcript
- Trial experience in property valuation disputes
- Experience with a public transportation or similar government agency
- Appellate experience in takings-related matters
- Familiarity with environmental review or land use litigation
- Experience with real estate transactions related to valuation
- Experience mentoring junior attorneys on case strategy
What We Do
Raydar is a talent acquisition and business consulting firm that connects world-class and emerging talent with growing organizations. It supports companies through team development, strategic hiring, and customized growth solutions, helping clients recruit roles such as engineers, product managers, executives, legal counsel, and quantitative traders. Raydar focuses on understanding each organization’s needs, culture, and long-term goals to build high-impact teams.
