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Civil Litigation Attorney (5+ Years) in Agoura Hills

Date Posted: 26 October 2026

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Job Description

Job Posting: Civil Litigation Attorney (5+ Years)
Location: On-site – Agoura Hills, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Practice Area: Civil Litigation / HOA / Real Estate

Position Overview

Our firm is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to independently manage a docket of civil matters from start to finish. HOA experience is preferred but not required. We welcome experienced civil litigators from real estate, business litigation, construction defect, insurance defense, and related practice areas.

In this role, you will own your cases, work directly with clients, and lead matters through discovery, law and motion, and trial preparation. You'll have dedicated paralegal and legal assistant support at a firm that values work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Independently manage a civil litigation caseload from inception through trial
  • Handle written discovery and take and defend depositions
  • Draft and argue law and motion matters
  • Lead trial preparation and strategy
  • Communicate directly with clients and advise them on case strategy
  • Work with a dedicated paralegal and legal assistant on your matters

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of substantive civil litigation experience
  • Proven ability to independently manage cases, including discovery, depositions, law and motion, and trial preparation
  • HOA experience preferred but not required
  • Background in real estate, business litigation, construction defect, or insurance defense helpful
  • Licensed to practice in California and in good standing
  • J.D. from an accredited law school

Benefits

  • Base salary of $150,000–$185,000, depending on experience
  • $5,000 signing bonus, paid after 90 days of employment
  • Quarterly production bonuses for hours exceeding quarterly expectations (155 billable hours per month)
  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
  • Generous vacation benefits
  • Dedicated paralegal and legal assistant support
  • Emphasis on work-life balance

How to Apply: Apply on-line, or send your resume in confidence to jaimi.harper@gogpac.com. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Call/Text directly at (605)-679-9312 with questions on the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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