Associate Attorney

Premier Business Support • San Diego, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

An established California law firm is seeking an Unlawful Detainer Attorney to handle high-volume eviction and landlord-tenant litigation matters. The role involves managing cases from intake through trial, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, negotiating settlements, and making frequent in-person court appearances. Ideal candidates will have strong litigation skills, deep knowledge of California landlord-tenant law, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• Teamwork: Ability to work independently while managing multiple matters and collaborating with a supportive team.
• Client Interaction: Excellent communication and persuasive speaking skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues.
• Legal Research: Proficiency in legal research to gather and analyze case law and statutes relevant to unlawful detainer cases.
• Writing Skills: Strong writing skills to draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements.
• Licensed and admitted to practice in the State of California.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Notices: Prepare 3-Day and 30-Day Notices for the tenant.
• Preparing Complaints and Responses: Draft unlawful detainer complaints and responses to be filed in court.
• Requesting Trials: Promptly request an immediate trial to expedite the process.
• Serving Defendants: Ensure proper service of the unlawful detainer papers to the defendants.
• Obtaining Judgments: Assist in obtaining judgments from the court.
• May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.
• May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.

Benefits

• McCarthy & Holthus and affiliated companies promote work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available).
• Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD.
• Additionally the firm provides parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well.
• Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match.
• Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed