Litigation Associate​/Eminent Domain

Eminent Domain / Litigation Associate | Southern or Northern California | Hybrid

A respected California law firm is seeking talented Litigation Associates to join its growing Eminent Domain practice across Southern and Northern California
.

This is a strong opportunity for attorneys who enjoy complex, high-impact litigation involving real estate, public projects, and property rights — and want to learn from a collaborative team with deep experience in this specialized field.

• Work on eminent domain and inverse condemnation matters, representing both public and private entities.
• Draft and argue motions
  , manage discovery
  , and take depositions
  .
• Gain experience in court appearances
  , negotiations, and client strategy.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on large-scale infrastructure and property cases.

• Litigation experience (eminent domain or real estate background a plus, but not required).
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
  .
• Strong communication and organizational ability.
• Enthusiasm for learning, teamwork, and serving clients at a high level.

💼
Compensation: $140,000 – $220,000 base +
annual performance bonuses
.
🏡 Hybrid flexibility: Work remotely part of the week, supported by an annual telecommute budget
.
⏱️
Billable requirement: 1,850 hours.
💰 Benefits: Competitive health insurance,
401(k) with partial match
, and eligibility for billable and discretionary bonuses
.

This firm fosters mentorship, inclusion, and professional development.

• New attorneys are paired with an
  Associate Buddy for onboarding support.
• The
  DEI Committee
  drives Mentor Circles, educational programs, and civic engagement initiatives.
• Up to
  40 hours of pro bono work
  count toward billable credit each year.
• Annual
  CLE and conference budget
  to support ongoing growth and client development.

If you’re ready to deepen your litigation experience in a dynamic, supportive environment — this is an excellent next step.