Associate Attorney
McCarthy & Holthus LLP is an established California law firm seeking an Associate Attorney to handle high-volume eviction and landlord-tenant litigation matters. The role involves managing cases from intake through trial, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, negotiating settlements, and making frequent in-person court appearances. Responsibilities Drafting Notices: Prepare 3-Day and 30-Day Notices for the tenant Preparing Complaints and Responses: Draft unlawful detainer complaints and responses to be filed in court Requesting Trials: Promptly request an immediate trial to expedite the process Serving Defendants: Ensure proper service of the unlawful detainer papers to the defendants Obtaining Judgments: Assist in obtaining judgments from the court May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs Skills Licensed and admitted to practice in the State of California Ability to work independently while managing multiple matters and collaborating with a supportive team Excellent communication and persuasive speaking skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues Proficiency in legal research to gather and analyze case law and statutes relevant to unlawful detainer cases Strong writing skills to draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements Benefits Work/life balance with a robust wellness program PTO Remote work Flexible schedules (when available) Medical Dental Vision Life AD&D EAP STD LTD Parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match Company Overview McCarthy Holthus, LLP is a multi-state law firm with over twenty-five years of experience successfully representing national, regional, and local financial institutions. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is