Litigation and Transactional Attorney

About the company Our client is a law firm. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Act as a trusted legal adviser handling both contested matters and document-based work, with full ownership of an individual caseload. The position also includes some contribution to the firm's visibility through writing and speaking. What you'll do - Counsel client boards and their managers on a wide range of legal questions. - Manage litigation in areas such as real estate disputes, construction-related claims, creditor-side bankruptcy and judgment enforcement. - Prepare and review corporate and property-related paperwork, including governance opinions and foundational organizational documents. - Guide clients on statutory compliance, reading governing documents and sound governance practice. - Reply promptly to client questions, within one business day, while running your own matters with little oversight. - Support firm visibility by authoring published pieces and speaking at industry events. - Collaborate with senior partners and support staff to achieve good results for clients. Requirements What we're looking for - 3 to 7 years of experience in litigation and/or transactional legal work. - Hands-on civil litigation background covering motions, discovery and trial preparation. - Grounding in corporate governance or real estate law. - Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. - Active membership in the California State Bar. - Polished, persuasive written work, with a sample available on request. - Self-directed working style, comfortable working from home full-time without close supervision. - Openness to feedback and careful adherence to direction. - Dependable communication habits and a commitment to quick turnaround. - Enthusiasm for learning a new area of practice. - Based in or near Southern California, with Los Angeles preferred. - Ability to meet an annual billable hours target of 1,800. - Authorization to work in the United States. Bonus points - Background in community association or homeowner association law. - Experience with creditor-side bankruptcy or judgment collections. - Experience with construction defect litigation. - Familiarity with California community association statutes or recorded covenants. - Experience writing for publication or marketing. - Public speaking or teaching experience. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 155,000 to 195,000 per year Location and work model - Remote (US) - Full-time Engineering Computer Software Mid-Senior level Full-time Remote role listed by employer.