Litigation Attorney

*About Beaumont Tashjian*

Beaumont Tashjian is a premier California law firm exclusively representing homeowners associations (HOAs) and common interest developments (CIDs). For more than *50 years*, we have provided comprehensive legal services in general counsel, litigation, and judicial foreclosure collections.

Our clients include:

* Single-family residential developments
* Condominium communities
* High-rise buildings
* Commercial and mixed-use developments

Our firm consists of *12 attorneys* with our main office in *Agoura Hills*. We are currently seeking to expand our litigation department with talented attorneys looking for a long-term career opportunity.

*Position Overview*

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of civil litigation experience to join our Agoura Hills office.

This position is primarily litigation focused, handling HOA-related disputes from inception through resolution. Because we are a boutique firm, attorneys also assist with occasional general counsel matters, providing legal advice to HOA boards and reviewing contracts and governing documents when needed.

*HOA or real estate litigation experience is strongly preferred but not required.* We welcome experienced litigators interested in building a specialized practice representing community associations.

Responsibilities

* Manage all phases of civil litigation, including pleadings, discovery, law and motion, mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, trial preparation, and trial.
* Represent HOA clients at court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
* Advise HOA boards of directors and community managers regarding litigation strategy and risk management.
* Draft pleadings, motions, legal opinions, correspondence, and settlement agreements.
* Assist with limited general counsel matters, including contract review, governing document interpretation, and day-to-day legal advice.
* Independently manage an active caseload while working collaboratively with attorneys and support staff.

*Qualifications*

* Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
* Minimum 5 years of civil litigation experience.
* HOA, real estate, construction defect, business litigation, or insurance defense experience preferred.
* Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to independently manage multiple cases.
* Trial experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

* *Base Salary: $175,000 – $185,000*, depending on experience.
* Higher compensation may be considered for candidates with substantial HOA or directly related experience.
* *$5,000 Signing Bonus* (paid after 90 days)
* *Monthly billable requirement of just 155 hours*
* *Quarterly production bonuses* for attorneys exceeding quarterly billable expectations
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) retirement plan
* Paid vacation and holidays
* Flexible hybrid work schedule
* Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional development support

*Why Join Beaumont Tashjian?*

Beaumont Tashjian offers a unique opportunity to build a long-term career within one of California's most respected HOA law firms.

Our attorneys enjoy:

* A collaborative, team-oriented culture
* Direct client interaction and meaningful case responsibility
* A thriving litigation practice with sophisticated, high-value matters
* A reasonable 155-hour monthly billable requirement
* Quarterly production bonuses that reward high performers
* Hybrid work flexibility while maintaining a strong in-office team environment
* Opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and advancement

Pay: $170,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:
* Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
* Agoura Hills, CA 91301: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Agoura Hills, CA 91301