Experienced Unlawful Detainer Attorney

Job overview

The Experienced Unlawful Detainer Attorney role is onsite in Torrance, CA, with hybrid flexibility stated in the posting. The annual base salary is $175,000 to $190,000, depending on experience and demonstrated ability. Kendall Law is a Southern California real estate law firm representing property owners, landlords, property managers, investors, and businesses. The attorney independently manages landlord-side unlawful detainer and related landlord-tenant matters from case evaluation through resolution. The role handles litigation, client communication, case strategy, deadlines, court appearances, settlement discussions, and trials, with opportunities to work on broader real estate litigation as the attorney grows with the firm.

What you'll do

• Review leases, notices, ledgers, and supporting documents
• evaluate cases before filing
• draft and review complaints and pleadings
• manage contested unlawful detainer litigation
• conduct discovery and motion practice
• prepare for and attend court appearances
• negotiate settlements and move-out agreements
• prepare for and conduct trials
• communicate with landlords, property managers, and institutional clients
• develop case strategy and manage deadlines and file progression.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

unlawful detainer attorney

landlord-tenant law

real estate litigation

civil litigation

california bar

torrance ca

kendall law

$175k-$190k/year

hybrid flexibility

full-time employment

court appearances

trial preparation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hybrid flexibility
• paid holidays and sick time
• bar dues and CLE fees paid
• benefits coverage
• bonus structure
• paid dental and vision
• medical insurance with the firm covering approximately 80% of the monthly premium
• 401(k)
• accrued vacation
• mentorship and professional development.

Why this role

Requires an active California Bar license in good standing, a Juris Doctor, and at least three years of civil litigation experience; prior real estate litigation experience is required.

About the employer

Kendall Law, P.C. is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.