Real Estate Litigation Attorney

Job description

Trueline’s client, a boutique real estate law firm with a fully remote team based in Southern California, is seeking a Real Estate Litigation Attorney to join their growing practice. This full-time position requires managing real estate disputes from intake through resolution and taking an active role in developing client relationships across California. **THIS IS A FULLY REMOTE POSITION ONLY! ***MUST BE BARRED IN CALIFRONIA AND RESIDE IN CALIFORNIA! NO EXCEPTIONS! What You’ll Do as the Real Estate Litigation Attorney: • Handle all phases of real estate litigation, from case evaluation, pleadings, discovery, pre-trial, trial, settlement negotiations, through potential appeal • Craft litigation strategy and lead negotiations to secure favorable outcomes • Research and advise on complex real estate law issues and transactional risks • Draft and review litigation and transactional documents specific to real estate matters • Build and manage new client relationships, generate leads, and contribute to business development, especially within the Southern California market Must-Haves as the Real Estate Litigation Attorney: • Minimum THREE years of real estate litigation experience • Prior experience billing hourly and accurately tracking time • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active, in good standing membership with the California State Bar • Strong writing, analytical, communication, and advocacy skills • Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote work environment • Detail-oriented with a high commitment to client service and ethical standards • Ability to manage priorities and multiple tasks effectively • Prior experience working remotely and eagerness for continuous professional growth • A self-starter mindset with interest in community and professional engagement Nice-to-Haves as the Real Estate Litigation Attorney: • An existing book of business in real estate litigation or related transactional work • Demonstrated success in client generation and referral network development • Experience mentoring or leading litigation teams • Ambition to grow into a leadership role in a future regional office This Role Offers: • Competitive base salary in the range of $150,000–$200,000, based on experience • Bonus potential tied to KPIs and any transferred business brought in • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with matching • Fully remote position that will remain remote—no return to office required • Required minimum of 1,440 billable hours per year, with bonus opportunities for exceeding billable targets and greater flexibility for business development time • Clear path to equity partnership and transparent performance metrics to maintain equity • Equipment, software, and phone stipend for remote work