Associate and Senior Attorney - Real Estate Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks Associate and Senior Attorneys for its Oakland, California office. The firm specializes in real estate litigation, handling complex matters such as title disputes, encroachment issues, and wrongful foreclosure actions. The successful candidates will join a team dedicated to providing strategic and results-driven legal representation.

Duties

• Represent clients in state and federal court proceedings, including mediations and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Conduct legal research on complex real estate and foreclosure issues.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution, ensuring compliance with court rules.
• Counsel clients on case strategy, risk, and outcomes.
• Senior Attorney will oversee and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals.

Requirements

• Active California State Bar license in good standing.
• Associate: Minimum 5 years of litigation experience.
• Minimum 2 years of real estate law experience required.
• Real estate transaction experience is a plus.
• Strong experience in drafting motions and courtroom advocacy.
• Proven success in depositions and mediations.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a full litigation caseload independently.
• Law Review, clerkship, or appellate experience preferred but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active California State Bar license.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and client counseling abilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Onsite amenities, including a gym.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Bar dues and MCLE stipend covered by the firm.

Located in Northern California, this fast-growing firm specializes in the areas of real estate and foreclosure law. By maintaining a unique and personalized approach towards every case, this company has had an over 90% success rate at solving foreclosure cases. With 30 years of combined experience, this firm is small enough for everyone to be an essential part of the team, yet big enough to offer highly desired benefits and stability.