Business Litigation Attorney

**Pay:** $190,000.00 - $205,000.00 per year **Why This Is a Great Opportunity** - Join a respected boutique litigation firm with a strong reputation in business, construction, and real estate disputes. - Handle sophisticated, high-value litigation matters with meaningful client interaction and courtroom experience. - Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where your contributions are recognized. - Enjoy strong administrative support that allows you to focus on practicing law. - Receive competitive compensation, performance bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth opportunities. - Be part of a growing firm where talented litigators can expand their practice and take on increasing responsibility. **Location:** Mission Viejo, California – Full-time, **on-site** position in a professional, collaborative office environment. **Note:** Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 5 years of direct business litigation experience. Candidates with construction litigation experience are highly preferred. **About Us** We are a growing boutique litigation firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation in complex business, construction, and real estate disputes. Our team values collaboration, responsiveness, and outstanding client service while providing attorneys with meaningful work, professional development, and a supportive culture. **Confidential Employer.** **Job Description** - Manage a diverse caseload of complex business litigation matters from inception through resolution. - Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation documents. - Conduct legal research and develop strategic case recommendations. - Represent clients during hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings. - Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver exceptional client service. - Develop litigation strategies tailored to each client's business objectives. - Communicate directly with clients regarding case updates and legal guidance. - Participate in settlement negotiations and trial preparation. - Maintain organized case files while effectively managing deadlines and priorities. **Qualifications** - Active California Bar license in good standing. - 5+ years of business litigation experience. - Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills. - Experience managing litigation matters with minimal supervision. - Excellent communication and client relationship skills. - Strong organizational and time management abilities. - Comfortable using modern legal technology and case management software. - Construction litigation experience is highly preferred. **Why You Will Love Working Here** You'll join a collaborative team that values excellence, professionalism, and long-term success. We offer sophisticated litigation work, supportive leadership, excellent staff resources, opportunities for career advancement, competitive bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and a culture where attorneys have a real impact on clients and the firm's continued growth. **JPC-1514** Benefits: - Dental insurance - Paid time off - Retirement plan - Vision insurance