Senior Attorney

Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a Premier, award-winning law firm based in Manhattan Beach, California specilizing in business law and real estate law. Their philosophy is rooted in individualized advice, strategic collaboration, and utilizing the law as a practical tool to advance our clients' business objectives and resolve complex disputes with integrity.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Civil Litigation Attorney with 5 to 10 years of experience to join our Business and Real Estate Litigation practice. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and an aggressive advocate who can independently manage a robust caseload from inception through trial.

In this role, you will handle complex, high-stakes disputes involving commercial leases, real estate transactions, partnership disputes, breach of contract, quiet title actions, business torts, and construction law. You will play a pivotal role in driving case strategy and representing clients in court, making this an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to take on a senior role within a growing, dynamic firm.

Ideal Candidate:

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex business and real estate litigation matters from pre-litigation analysis through trial and post-trial proceedings.

• Draft, review, and argue a wide array of complex legal documents, including pleadings, demurrers, motions for summary judgment, and pre-trial motions.

• Oversee and execute comprehensive discovery strategies.

• Draft and respond to written discovery, manage document productions, and handle discovery disputes and motions to compel.

• Take and defend depositions of parties, percipient witnesses, and expert witnesses.

• Represent clients in state and federal court hearings, case management conferences, and ex parte applications. Prepare for and advocate effectively in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.

• Prepare trial briefs, motions in limine, exhibit lists, and witness examinations.

• Maintain consistent, high-level communication with clients. Provide clear, strategic legal advice that aligns with the client's commercial and financial objectives.

Requirements:

• Member of the California Bar and in good standing

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

• 5–10 years of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on business and/or real estate matters

• General/Professional Liability and Insurance Defense are also strongly considered.

• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Proven ability to draft persuasive dispositive motions and complex pleadings.

• Substantial experience taking/defending depositions, arguing in court, and participating in mediations/arbitrations.

• Impeccable professional judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Sick Leave

• Total Compensation range: $170,000 - $230,000 Plus Commissions and bonuses

 Location:

• El Segundo, California

• Remote/Hybrid from day one

• This role is remote, with the expectation of occasional in-office presence for trial preparation, client meetings, or other key in-person activities.

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