Real Estate Litigation Attorney

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