Commercial Real Estate Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Commercial Real Estate Litigation Attorney

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: San Diego, California

About Us

Harvest LLP is a premier commercial real estate law firm with an unwavering commitment to creating value and delivering exceptional results for our clients. We understand that we are only as strong as our team and we aim to be our best by, first and foremost, helping our team members meet their professional goals. We seek the best players who put the team first (as evidenced by their commitment to our values of diligence, trust, transparency, honesty and candor, and the pursuit of excellence). We pride ourselves on providing a collaborative and dynamic work environment where talented legal professionals can thrive.

Position Overview

We are seeking an exceptional real estate litigation associate to join our team. The ideal candidate is a proactive, strategic litigation associate with strong credentials and experience in all aspects of litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including:

ž Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery

ž Taking and defending depositions

ž Preparing and arguing motions in court (state and federal, as applicable)

ž Managing written and electronic discovery

ž Participating in mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation

• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts

• Develop litigation strategies and provide insightful risk assessments and recommendations

Qualifications

Education: J.D. from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials.

Experience: At least 3-7 years of general civil litigation experience (exposure to commercial real estate matters is a plus) at a large or reputable law firm.

Demonstrated experience taking and defending depositions, drafting dispositive motions, and appearing in court

• Exceptional legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-service mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation will be commensurate with the market for boutique real estate firms, reflecting the candidate's experience, expertise, and the value they bring to the firm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $200,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92130