Description:
We are an established real estate law firm with offices across California. Our Irvine office is looking for an Intake Attorney to join our fast-paced team. If chosen as the successful candidate, you will be responsible for working with clients (property owners and managers) on landlord-tenant matters and assessing the viability of evictions.Responsibilities:
- Assist clients step-by-step through every phase of the eviction process
- Provide legal advice through phone consultations, assessing the facts and issues of each scenario
- Conduct legal research in order to identify and assess cases and legal issues
- Draft legal correspondence, including letters and notices, based on client needs
- Conduct and direct legal document preparation and review, including summons and complaints and stipulations
- Make remote law and motion appearances
- Assist with occasional court appearances and client presentations
Qualifications:
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
- J.D. and an active California Bar license
- 1-2+ years of experience as a licensed Attorney
- General knowledge of civil litigation
- Strong client service skills
- Ability to work with people of all educational, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds who may have differing communication abilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Litigation and/or jury trial experience
- General overview of landlord-tenant principles
- Some contact with the rental housing industry