Zacks and Freedman, PC, a well-established boutique real estate law firm, has an immediate opening for a litigation associate attorney with 2 to 5 years of experience. The firm’s practice includes a variety of real estate subjects, including landlord-tenant, construction, land use, HOA/TIC, and purchase-and-sale transactions. Litigation experience is required, and experience with land use, administrative law, and environmental litigation is preferred.

Must have stellar writing skills, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and motivation to serve clients at the highest level. Experience with law and motion, discovery, and trial support is also required.

Job Summary

2-5 Year Associate Attorney to support our real estate practice, which involves advising clients, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and representing clients in judicial, administrative, and judicial proceedings in both State and Federal Court. This position is classified as full-time, salaried, exempt, with openness to discussion of contract arrangements.

Expectations are in-office at one of our three Bay Area locations.

Job Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel to property owners on real estate and landlord-tenant matters.
Advise clients on real estate purchase transactions.
Represent clients in administrative hearings, trial court proceedings, and appeals.
Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and writs.
Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law.
Manage discovery and support trial preparation.
Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel.
Negotiate settlements and draft agreements to resolve disputes.

Compensation details: 150000-180000 Yearly Salary

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