Litigation Associate Real Estate Disputes

Job Description

Role Summary

Our client, a well-established mid-sized law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate to support its litigation practice with a focus on real estate–related disputes. The role prioritizes attorneys with experience handling matters involving property, development, landlord-tenant, or construction-related litigation.

While the position may include some general business litigation work, the firm is specifically seeking candidates with meaningful exposure to real estate litigation. This opportunity is well suited for early-career attorneys looking to build a long-term practice within a collaborative firm environment.Key Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation strategy

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents

Assist with case preparation for hearings, settlement negotiations, and trials

Support litigation matters involving real estate disputes, including property, development, landlord-tenant, and construction-related issues

Collaborate with senior attorneys while taking on increasing responsibility for client mattersRequired Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active membership in a U.S. state bar (California licensure required)

2–3 years of litigation experience, preferably with exposure to real estate disputes

Strong working knowledge of applicable civil procedure and evidence rules

Experience in private practice with some responsibility for client matters under supervision

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Interest in building a long-term career within a mid-sized law firm environmentPreferred Qualifications

Experience handling real estate litigation matters, including:

Property disputes

Development-related litigation

Landlord-tenant disputes

Construction-related matters

Exposure to commercial or business litigation alongside real estate disputesCompensation & Work Model

Base Salary: $145,000 – $165,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Model: Hybrid with telework flexibility

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

401(k) plan

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Flexible/no-accrual vacation policy

Professional development and training opportunities

Attorneys may be based in one of our client’s Bay Area offices, with occasional travel between locations as needed.

Full-time

Hybrid remote