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Complex Commercial & Liability Litigation Associate Attorney
Hire Horizons
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
Mastery of multi-jurisdictional litigation processes, especially in California state and federal courts, combined with expertise in real estate and corporate dispute resolution, distinguishes attorneys. Proficiency in managing complex discovery, motion practice, and strategic client counseling aligns well with San Diego’s dynamic commercial landscape.
These disputes demand a nuanced understanding of municipal regulations and real property law, requiring attorneys to analyze regulatory compliance, prepare compelling motions, and negotiate settlements. This specialization often involves collaborating closely with developers and municipal bodies, adding complexity to the litigation strategy.
Associates often transition into senior litigation roles or specialize further in real estate or corporate legal advisory. Success in high-stakes cases and appellate experience can accelerate partnership considerations, especially within firms valuing multi-faceted commercial litigation expertise.
Hire Horizons encourages proactive legal strategizing and client-focused service, expecting associates to manage intricate cases autonomously while fostering client relationships. The firm's incentive-based bonuses reflect a results-driven environment emphasizing high-quality litigation outcomes.
Associates gain exposure to diverse commercial real estate and corporate clients, leveraging Hire Horizons’ strong network for complex casework. Access to seasoned mentors and comprehensive support systems enhances trial preparedness and strategic risk mitigation.
San Diego attorneys in this specialty generally earn between $120,000 and $180,000 annually. The offered base salary aligns competitively with local market standards, and the inclusion of performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits adds significant overall value.
While active good standing with the California bar is mandatory, advanced credentials like an LL.M. in real property or construction law can enhance credibility. Expertise in appellate briefings and trial experience before state or federal judges further bolster marketability.
Increasing real estate projects and regulatory complexities elevate the need for skilled litigation attorneys. San Diego’s legal market shows robust demand for associates proficient in land use, zoning disputes, and corporate litigation, often translating into competitive hiring landscapes.
San Diego's higher living costs necessitate competitive compensation packages. Firms offer base salaries with incentive bonuses and comprehensive benefits to attract top talent capable of managing intricate commercial legal matters effectively.
Attorneys must navigate multifaceted legal issues spanning insurance defense and commercial disputes, requiring meticulous discovery management and strategic motion practice. Balancing high case volumes with detailed risk assessments demands both legal acumen and strong organizational skills.
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