Partner - Real Estate & Business Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Partner - Real Estate & Business Litigation Attorney — Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA | Full-Time | On-Site | $300,000–$450,000+

About the Opportunity We are partnering with a well-regarded, full-service mid-sized law firm in Los Angeles to place a talented Partner-Level Real Estate and Business Litigation Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior attorney looking for a collaborative platform, immediate workflow, and a clear path to partnership with meaningful business development support.

About the Role The firm has been around since 1970's, is Tier-1 ranked, and represents clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. Their two primary rainmakers generate more work than the firm can currently service — meaning whoever joins has immediate workflow and meaningful, sophisticated matters from day one. They are selectively growing their litigation practice and looking for the right senior attorney to help lead that growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex real estate and business litigation matters from inception through resolution including trial
• Handle commercial disputes, breach of contract claims, business-to-business disputes, and real estate related litigation
• Develop and execute litigation strategy, manage discovery, draft and argue motions, and represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients on high-stakes disputes
• Maintain and grow client relationships and contribute to business development
• Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and legal staff
• Actively participate in firm growth and client acquisition efforts

Qualifications

• 10+ years of real estate and/or business litigation experience at a law firm
• Active California Bar admission in good standing required
• Portable book of business preferred — compensation scales significantly with portables
• Strong trial and courtroom experience required
• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience supervising junior attorneys preferred
• Currently practicing at a law firm — in-house only candidates will not be considered
• LA-based candidates only — relocation candidates will not be considered

Compensation & Benefits

• Base compensation: $300,000–$450,000+ commensurate with experience and portable book
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Collaborative business development support — founding partner actively helps attorneys grow their practice

What Makes This Firm Unique

• Only 1,700 billable hour minimum — significantly below industry standard
• Founding partner with 45+ years of experience actively mentors and supports attorney growth
• Collaborative culture — no territorialism around clients, no politics
• Immediate workflow — more work than the firm can currently handle
• Clear partner track for the right candidate