Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Attorney. This is a great opportunity for a highly-motivated attorney be an integral part of a growing firm. You will represent clients in unlawful detainer and other civil proceedings, as well as administrative hearings with the City of Los Angeles and/or the rent control board.

Responsibilities:

Represent clients in court or before government agencies

Represent landlords and affordable housing providers in housing-related issues, including: inception/termination of tenancy; Fair Housing and similar complaints.

Motion practice, including drafting complaints/responsive pleadings.

Draft and argue your own motions in court

Propound and respond to discovery

Take and defend depositions

Prepare and draft legal documents

Advise clients on business and legal transactions

Negotiate settlements for legal disputes

Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law

Qualifications:

Prior civil litigation experience preferred

Previous experience in unlawful detainer preferred

Bilingual English/Spanish Speaker preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must be a licensed State Bar of California member; no paralegals, legal assistants, or office managers needed.

Salary range is $100K to $150K, or commensurate with experience.