Senior Counsel (Landlord/Tenant)

Overview

This role is for an experienced California litigator to join a growing Los Angeles practice focused on landlord tenant and habitability litigation, along with general liability and personal injury matters. The position offers an opportunity to take meaningful ownership of cases and develop trial skills while working closely with a partner who mentors and provides strategic guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case responsibilities, including discovery and trial
• Collaborate as part of a team across experience levels
• Communicate routinely with clients
• Cultivate relationships with current and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Active California Bar license required
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, including litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Experience with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters
• Experience in landlord tenant litigation, habitability, real estate litigation, premises liability, general liability, personal injury, or related civil litigation
• Familiarity with carrier relationships and billing requirements (helpful, but not required)
• Plaintiff-side experience is encouraged

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000, then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700)
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm) $100–$200/month
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Location

Los Angeles, with flexible work options (remote, hybrid, or onsite available). The team meets regularly and coordinates closely with support staff across the Los Angeles region.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.