Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Description Litigation Attorney Tenant Rights | Landlord-Tenant Litigation Salary: $140,000 – $200,000 + Bonuses Job Type: Full-Time Location: In Office | Glendale, California Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Opportunity to build a high-impact tenant rights practice with a growing plaintiffs litigation firm. SUMMARY Arzoomanian Law is a California plaintiffs litigation firm dedicated to representing individuals whose rights have been violated. Our practice focuses on tenant habitability and landlord-tenant litigation, helping tenants living in unsafe or uninhabitable housing conditions pursue justice. We take pride in the fact that we do not represent insurance companies or large corporations. Our firm has intentionally limited its practice to representing people. Every case we handle is on behalf of individuals seeking accountability and fair treatment. We are expanding our tenant rights litigation practice and are seeking a motivated Litigation Attorney who wants meaningful courtroom experience while advocating for tenants facing serious habitability issues. This role is ideal for attorneys who want to build strong litigation skills, take ownership of cases, and make a real impact in the community. RESPONSIBILITIES Case Management Manage a caseload of landlord-tenant habitability litigation matters Handle cases from filing through settlement or trial Develop litigation strategy for each case Litigation & Court Representation Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial documents Represent clients in hearings, depositions, mediations, and settlement conferences Prepare cases for trial Client Advocacy Advise tenants dealing with unsafe or uninhabitable living conditions Maintain clear communication with clients throughout the litigation process Evaluate damages and legal remedies available to tenants Negotiation & Resolution Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel Evaluate case value and develop settlement strategy Legal Strategy Stay current on California landlord-tenant and habitability law Collaborate with the litigation team on complex matters QUALIFICATIONS Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Active California Bar license or awaiting bar results Litigation experience preferred but not required Strong legal writing and research skills Excellent negotiation and advocacy abilities Ability to manage cases independently while working within a team Passion for tenant rights and plaintiff-side advocacy WORK REQUIREMENTS This position is in-office in Glendale, California. Ability to appear in Los Angeles County courts when required Professional work environment suitable for confidential legal work WHY JOIN ARZOOMANIAN LAW Plaintiff-only practice focused on representing individuals Competitive base salary ($140K to $200K depending on experience) Performance-based bonuses tied to case outcomes Hands-on courtroom and litigation experience Clear growth path within a rapidly expanding plaintiffs litigation practice Mentorship from experienced litigators Collaborative and mission-driven team environment 401(k) plan and additional firm benefits Job Type: Full-Time Benefits: 401(k) Paid time off #J-18808-Ljbffr