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Complex Commercial & Liability Litigation Associate Attorney
The Boland Group
Location : San Diego, CA, 92101
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Location :San Diego, CA 92101
Compensation:Base salary between $120,000 - $180,000,
Benefits:Supplemented by an incentive-based bonus structure, comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with retirement planning and paid time off.
Practice Area(s) :Real Property, Land Use and Zoning Law
Role Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Complex Commercial & Liability Litigation Associate Attorney to join a dynamic legal team in San Diego. This position demands a proactive approach to managing intricate legal challenges faced by commercial entities and real estate developers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in litigation processes and the strategic acumen necessary for successful legal outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all phases of litigation and commercial dispute resolution in both California State and U.S. Federal courts.
- Conduct comprehensive discovery management, including ESI, motion practices, trial preparations, and appellate briefings.
- Engage in settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations to secure favorable outcomes for clients.
- Represent clients in complex real estate, land use, zoning, and construction disputes, as well as corporate litigation and insurance defense.
- Draft persuasive pleadings and motions, articulating complex legal theories into clear arguments.
- Provide expert risk mitigation counsel, offering strategic insights to reduce potential legal exposure.
- Lead client representation in depositions and collaborate on transactional integration for settlement agreements.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance.
- Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
- 2 to 7 years of experience in private practice, focusing on litigation in real property, corporate matters, or business disputes.
- Proficiency in forensic legal analysis, research, and legal drafting.
- Excellent communication skills, with a talent for client development and service quality.
- Ability to manage a complex caseload effectively, meeting strict deadlines and maintaining liability control.
Preferred Skills:
- Advanced credentials such as an L.L.M. in Real Property or Construction Law.
- Proven track record in appellate briefings or court appearances.
- Trial experience as 1st or 2nd chair or appearances before administrative judges.
- Experience in legal risk advisement and regulatory compliance.
Application Requirements:
Law school transcripts, writing samples, representative matters list.
Freqently Asked Questions
In San Diego, this role emphasizes handling sophisticated disputes involving commercial entities and real estate, requiring expertise in both state and federal court systems. The attorney must adeptly navigate complex land use, zoning, and liability issues, which sets it apart from general litigation jobs focusing on simpler civil matters.
Proficiency in managing discovery processes, drafting detailed pleadings, and engaging in settlement negotiations is critical. Additionally, understanding California’s real property and business dispute laws, alongside appellate briefing experience, strengthens an attorney’s effectiveness in this complex litigation niche.
Starting as an associate, attorneys can advance to senior associate or partner roles focusing on commercial litigation. Specializing in real property and corporate disputes can also open doors to in-house counsel positions or consultancy roles in legal risk management and compliance.
The Boland Group offers a competitive salary with incentive bonuses and comprehensive benefits, fostering a supportive work culture. However, attorneys should be prepared for a demanding caseload involving multifaceted disputes that require strategic thinking and rigorous deadline management.
The Boland Group prioritizes candidates with substantial litigation experience in commercial and real estate matters, valuing advanced credentials like an L.L.M. Their focus on integrated client representation and risk mitigation sets them apart in the competitive San Diego legal market.
San Diego’s demand for seasoned commercial litigators is robust but competitive. Candidates with 2 to 7 years of focused experience, particularly in real property and corporate disputes, have an advantage. The Boland Group’s selective hiring reflects the city’s high standards for litigation expertise.
Salaries typically range from $120,000 to $180,000 annually, supplemented by incentive bonuses. This compensation aligns with regional standards for attorneys handling complex commercial and real estate litigation, reflecting the specialized skills and court experience required.
San Diego’s zoning laws and land use regulations demand attorneys tailor strategies to regional statutes and administrative practices. Knowledge of local government procedures and community impact considerations is vital for effective dispute resolution in this jurisdiction.
Typical tasks include managing all litigation phases, from discovery and motion practice to trial prep. Attorneys engage in client consultations, draft persuasive motions, and participate in settlement talks, ensuring comprehensive handling of commercial and real estate disputes.
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