Eminent Domain Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an Eminent Domain Attorney with 7+ years of experience to join their team. The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications:

Job Overview:

• Provide legal counsel and representation in eminent domain cases.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance the firm's brand and reputation.
• Manage law and motion practice, including dispositive motions.
• Build cases for trial, including evidence development, witness interviews, and depositions.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and representation in eminent domain matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Participate in case strategy development and implementation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.
• Attend court hearings and trials as required.
• Handle settlement negotiations when appropriate.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on eminent domain preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Outstanding analytical and creative thinking capabilities.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work effectively in teams.
• Prior experience with law and motion practice, including dispositive motions.
• Experience building cases for trial, including evidence development and deposition experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in real estate/real property law.
• Familiarity with California eminent domain laws and procedures.
• Demonstrated success in trial advocacy.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match and profit-sharing opportunities.

Formed in 1986, the firm has offices across California and specializes in more than 20 complex fields of law including crisis management, eminent domain, environmental law, climate change, workplace investigations, water law, transportation, and several other areas. For the past 30 years, the firm has grown throughout the state with more than 130 attorneys and staff. Attracting diversity to the firm, to the legal profession, and to the communities helps provide clients with the most effective and efficient legal services. Besides offering a competitive salary with a benefits plan that includes health, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick days, and retirement savings plans, the firm also promotes a working environment that encourages and supports integrity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment. Committed to supporting the communities, the firm partners with a wide range of organizations to meet the shared goal of making the world a better place for everyone and sponsors a broad range of activities with diverse bar associations, law student organizations, alumni associations, youth groups, and clients. This firm is well known in the legal community and has earned numerous awards and honors for professional achievements and activities.