What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Attorney position at Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP?
Are you ready to join one of California’s leading law firms specializing in real estate and multi-family rental housing law? Kimball, Tirey & St. John, LLP is seeking a talented and motivated attorney to join our dynamic Irvine office.
Our Irvine office seeks a highly motivated Office Attorney to join our fast-paced team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is willing to take on a broad range of transactional and litigation matters covering both business and real estate. This entry-level role requires strong analytical and writing skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to our clients. We are a client-centered firm and looking for an Attorney who enjoys interacting with clients daily and able to form long-term business relationships.
Compensation: $95,000 - $125,000 Annually (DOE)
About Us:
With over four decades of experience and six offices across California, Kimball, Tirey & St. John, LLP is a recognized leader in real estate and rental housing law. Our clients include large national rental housing providers and owners and managers of conventional and affordable housing communities.
KTS has an established reputation for providing exceptional legal representation in landlord tenant law, business and real estate transactions, collections, fair housing, and estate planning. Our attorneys are dedicated to delivering results-focused legal solutions for a diverse range of clients across California. We offer an excellent work environment with ongoing peer support, coaching, and opportunities to expand into different practice areas.
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients step-by-step through the unlawful detainer process
- Review and advise on the enforceability of lease provisions
- Provide legal advice through phone and email consultations
- Draft legal correspondence, including letters and pre-litigation notices
- Conduct legal research on an independent basis
Qualifications:
- J.D. and an active California Bar License (pending Bar results will be considered)
- 0-3 years experience
- Strong oral and written advocacy skills
- Strong legal research and writing skills
Preferred Experience:
- Knowledge of landlord/tenant law
- Familiarity with affordable housing programs (e.g. HUD, Section 8, tax credit housing)
- Experience in the rental housing industry
- Client training and public speaking experience
Why Work for Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and sick leave.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment that values work-life balance
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Work with industry leaders in real estate and business law
- Opportunities to specialize in practice areas of individual interest
Schedule:
This is a full-time, exempt position. Standard hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The firm offers an in-office/hybrid work model for select positions, with onboarding and training conducted in-office as required.
Application Process:
Qualified candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the hiring process, which may include phone, video, and in-person interviews.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Salary : $95,000 - $125,000