Senior Civil Litigation Attorney

Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a premier law firm in El Segundo, California, specializing in business and real estate law. Their philosophy is rooted in tailored legal strategy, close client collaboration, and using the law as a practical tool to advance their clients' business objectives and resolve complex disputes with integrity. We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Civil Litigation Attorney (5–15 years of experience) to join their Business and Real Estate Litigation practice. The Role In this position, you will manage complex, high-stakes disputes involving commercial leases, real estate transactions, partnership disputes, breach of contract, quiet title actions, business torts, and construction law. Open to Transitioning Litigators! Have a background in General Liability, Professional Liability, Insurance Defense, or Civil Defense? We want to hear from you. We value attorneys with battle-tested litigation toolkits. If you bring a strong foundation in handling discovery, taking/defending depositions, arguing pre-trial motions, and managing court dockets, your skills will transition seamlessly into commercial and real estate litigation. The firm actively welcomes talented litigators ready to pivot their practice into business law. Responsibilities: Independently driving a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters from initial pre-litigation analysis through trial and post-trial proceedings. Drafting, reviewing, and arguing a wide array of complex legal documents, including pleadings, demurrers, motions for summary judgment (MSJs), and pre-trial motions. Designing and executing comprehensive discovery strategies, managing complex document productions, and handling discovery disputes and motions to compel. Confidently taking and defending depositions of parties, percipient witnesses, and expert witnesses. Representing clients effectively in California state and federal court hearings, case management conferences, and ex parte applications. Preparing for and advocating strategically in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences. Developing trial briefs, motions in limine, exhibit lists, and witness examination outlines. Maintaining consistent, high-level communication with clients, providing clear, strategic legal advice aligned with their financial and commercial objectives. Requirements: Active member of the California Bar in good standing (Required). Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. 5–15 years of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on business and/or real estate matters (though strong civil defense backgrounds are highly valued). Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with a proven track record of drafting persuasive dispositive motions and complex pleadings. Substantial hands-on experience taking/defending depositions, arguing in court, and participating in mediations/arbitrations. Impeccable professional judgment, elite organizational skills, and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Compensation and Benefits: Total Compensation Potential: $200,000 - $300,000 + Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k(Matching) Location: Remote/Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr Career Consulting Partners,LLC