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Civil Litigation Attorney

ARZOOMANIAN LAW, P.C., Glendale, CA, United States


Job Description
Litigation Attorney

Tenant Rights | Landlord-Tenant Litigation

Salary: $140,000 – $200,000 + Bonuses
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: In Office | Glendale, California
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Opportunity to build a high-impact tenant rights practice with a growing plaintiffs litigation firm.

SUMMARY

Arzoomanian Law is a California plaintiffs litigation firm dedicated to representing individuals whose rights have been violated. Our practice focuses on tenant habitability and landlord-tenant litigation, helping tenants living in unsafe or uninhabitable housing conditions pursue justice.

We take pride in the fact that we do not represent insurance companies or large corporations. Our firm has intentionally limited its practice to representing people. Every case we handle is on behalf of individuals seeking accountability and fair treatment.

We are expanding our tenant rights litigation practice and are seeking a motivated Litigation Attorney who wants meaningful courtroom experience while advocating for tenants facing serious habitability issues.

This role is ideal for attorneys who want to build strong litigation skills, take ownership of cases, and make a real impact in the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Case Management

Manage a caseload of landlord-tenant habitability litigation matters

Handle cases from filing through settlement or trial

Develop litigation strategy for each case

Litigation & Court Representation

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial documents

Represent clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, and settlement conferences

Prepare cases for trial

Client Advocacy

Advise tenants dealing with unsafe or uninhabitable living conditions

Maintain clear communication with clients throughout the litigation process

Evaluate damages and legal remedies available to tenants

Negotiation & Resolution

Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel

Evaluate case value and develop settlement strategy

Legal Strategy

Stay current on California landlord-tenant and habitability law

Collaborate with the litigation team on complex matters

QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active California Bar license or awaiting bar results

Litigation experience preferred but not required

Strong legal writing and research skills

Excellent negotiation and advocacy abilities

Ability to manage cases independently while working within a team

Passion for tenant rights and plaintiff-side advocacy

WORK REQUIREMENTS

This position is in-office in Glendale, California.

Ability to appear in Los Angeles County courts when required

Professional work environment suitable for confidential legal work

WHY JOIN ARZOOMANIAN LAW

Plaintiff-only practice focused on representing individuals

Competitive base salary ($140K to $200K depending on experience)

Performance-based bonuses tied to case outcomes

Hands-on courtroom and litigation experience

Clear growth path within a rapidly expanding plaintiffs litigation practice

Mentorship from experienced litigators

Collaborative and mission-driven team environment

401(k) plan and additional firm benefits

Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits:

401(k)

Paid time off

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