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Civil Litigation Attorney

Tom Trese, Burbank, CA, United States


Pay:

$120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Join a growing litigation team handling meaningful commercial real estate, landlord/tenant, construction, and business disputes

Work on high-value civil litigation matters involving property rights, lease enforcement, possession actions, contract disputes, and complex commercial conflicts

Opportunity available for both rising junior attorneys and more experienced senior attorneys

Hybrid flexibility with a firm that is open to relocation for the right candidate

Strong opportunity to take ownership of cases, build courtroom experience, and work directly with experienced litigators

Competitive compensation based on experience, with room for growth

Location:

Hybrid role based in the Burbank / North Hollywood area of Los Angeles, CA. Relocation candidates are welcome to apply.

Note:

Candidates must be admitted to the California Bar and have civil litigation experience. Experience in real estate, construction, landlord/tenant, commercial lease, unlawful detainer, or business litigation is strongly preferred.

About Us
We are a California-based litigation firm representing commercial landlords, property owners, developers, contractors, business operators, and individuals in civil disputes. Our work is focused on practical, strategic advocacy that protects client assets, revenue, contractual rights, and long-term business interests. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Represent clients in civil litigation matters involving real estate, construction, landlord/tenant, business, and commercial disputes

Handle law and motion practice, pleadings, discovery, court appearances, hearings, and settlement negotiations

Draft and respond to complaints, motions, discovery requests, correspondence, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents

Analyze case strategy, evaluate risk, and help move matters toward practical resolution

Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members

Support matters involving commercial lease defaults, possession actions, construction claims, contract disputes, real estate misrepresentation claims, and property‑related conflicts

Manage deadlines, case calendars, filings, and litigation tasks with strong attention to detail

Take increasing ownership of cases based on experience level

Qualifications

California Bar admission required

2+ years of civil litigation experience preferred for junior-level candidates

5+ years of civil litigation experience preferred for senior-level candidates

Experience with California civil procedure strongly preferred

Real estate, construction, landlord/tenant, unlawful detainer, commercial lease, or business litigation experience preferred

Strong legal research, legal writing, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Comfortable appearing in court and communicating with clients

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines

Real estate broker license is a plus, but not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

Hybrid flexibility with meaningful litigation work

Opportunity to join a growing team with room for both junior and senior attorneys

Direct exposure to sophisticated real estate and commercial disputes

Hands‑on courtroom, drafting, negotiation, and case strategy experience

Collaborative environment where attorneys can grow, contribute, and take ownership

Competitive compensation, health insurance, paid time off, referral program, and bonus potential

Benefits

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

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