McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
Evictions Litigation Attorney
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
Overview
Job Summary: This Associate Attorney position will report directly to the Managing Partner of Evictions and the firm’s National Eviction Outsourcing Platform. The attorney will work alongside the evictions’ support staff and carry their own caseload across the State of California. The ideal candidate has been licensed in California for close to or more than five years and is comfortable with court hearings and motion practice. Experience with jury trials and additional licensing in Oregon and Washington is a significant plus. Other candidates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Plaintiff or Defense-Side eviction law, or other related experience representing landlords, tenants, creditors and/or loan servicers are encouraged to apply for consideration.
Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of eviction cases in California (and possibly Oregon and Washington). Attend court hearings (when practical due to geographical location or remote/virtual hearing capabilities) on eviction cases in California (and possibly Oregon and Washington). Prepare and review documentation required to be filed for eviction cases in California (and possibly Oregon and Washington). Draft civil litigation documents ranging from discovery to dispositive motions and client correspondence with strong writing skills. Develop functional knowledge of Rent Control or Stabilization Ordinances and Just Cause Ordinances, with a goal of becoming an expert in these areas. Jury trial experience is a plus. Ability to think on your feet and shift tasks quickly based on daily needs. Field questions from staff and assist in an affable manner. Write, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, alerts, bulletins, and articles for client notification and compliance purposes. Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not require direct supervisory responsibilities; however, you are expected to manage a caseload in conjunction with assigned staff as the responsible attorney.
Education & Experience
Active membership in the CA State Bar, in good standing (active membership in OR or WA Bars is a bonus). Knowledge of federal, state and local landlord/tenant laws; ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations. Minimum of 2+ years of related eviction experience; 5 years or more is a strong plus. Ability to work remotely as efficiently as in-office settings. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ownership of assigned caseload. Proficiency with computer applications, technology, Microsoft Office, and online legal research tools (WestLaw and/or LexisNexis).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee may be required to sit, talk, or hear; stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
This position is entirely remote; the firm’s California office is located in Long Beach, CA.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume in confidence. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Email your resume in PDF or Word format to careers@mccalla.com.
Salary
Salary is negotiable depending on skill set. Salary description: $120,000-$150,000/annually DOE.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Job Summary: This Associate Attorney position will report directly to the Managing Partner of Evictions and the firm’s National Eviction Outsourcing Platform. The attorney will work alongside the evictions’ support staff and carry their own caseload across the State of California. The ideal candidate has been licensed in California for close to or more than five years and is comfortable with court hearings and motion practice. Experience with jury trials and additional licensing in Oregon and Washington is a significant plus. Other candidates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Plaintiff or Defense-Side eviction law, or other related experience representing landlords, tenants, creditors and/or loan servicers are encouraged to apply for consideration.
Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of eviction cases in California (and possibly Oregon and Washington). Attend court hearings (when practical due to geographical location or remote/virtual hearing capabilities) on eviction cases in California (and possibly Oregon and Washington). Prepare and review documentation required to be filed for eviction cases in California (and possibly Oregon and Washington). Draft civil litigation documents ranging from discovery to dispositive motions and client correspondence with strong writing skills. Develop functional knowledge of Rent Control or Stabilization Ordinances and Just Cause Ordinances, with a goal of becoming an expert in these areas. Jury trial experience is a plus. Ability to think on your feet and shift tasks quickly based on daily needs. Field questions from staff and assist in an affable manner. Write, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, alerts, bulletins, and articles for client notification and compliance purposes. Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not require direct supervisory responsibilities; however, you are expected to manage a caseload in conjunction with assigned staff as the responsible attorney.
Education & Experience
Active membership in the CA State Bar, in good standing (active membership in OR or WA Bars is a bonus). Knowledge of federal, state and local landlord/tenant laws; ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations. Minimum of 2+ years of related eviction experience; 5 years or more is a strong plus. Ability to work remotely as efficiently as in-office settings. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ownership of assigned caseload. Proficiency with computer applications, technology, Microsoft Office, and online legal research tools (WestLaw and/or LexisNexis).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee may be required to sit, talk, or hear; stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
This position is entirely remote; the firm’s California office is located in Long Beach, CA.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume in confidence. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Email your resume in PDF or Word format to careers@mccalla.com.
Salary
Salary is negotiable depending on skill set. Salary description: $120,000-$150,000/annually DOE.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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