Unlawful Detainer Department Manager
- $170,000 - $220,000
- Los Angeles, CA
In office role
A bit about us:
At our firm, we pride ourselves on being more than just legal advisors—we are strategic partners to a diverse and dynamic clientele. From individuals recovering from personal injuries to real estate developers, builders, contractors, engineers, architects, material suppliers, and property owners and tenants across residential, commercial, office, and industrial sectors, we deliver tailored legal solutions with precision and care.
Our multidisciplinary team brings deep expertise and a collaborative spirit to every case, ensuring our clients receive not only legal representation but also thoughtful guidance that drives results. Whether navigating complex construction disputes or advocating for injured individuals, we are committed to excellence, integrity, and impact.
Our multidisciplinary team brings deep expertise and a collaborative spirit to every case, ensuring our clients receive not only legal representation but also thoughtful guidance that drives results. Whether navigating complex construction disputes or advocating for injured individuals, we are committed to excellence, integrity, and impact.
Why join us?
Joining our firm means becoming part of a team that values your growth, your voice, and your passion for the law. Here’s what sets us apart:
Diverse Casework: Work on a wide range of matters—from personal injury to high-stakes real estate and construction law—offering continuous learning and professional development.
Collaborative Culture: We foster a supportive environment where ideas are welcomed, mentorship is encouraged, and success is shared.
Client-Centered Mission: Be part of a firm that makes a real difference in people’s lives and businesses, with a reputation for trust and results.
Growth Opportunities: Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned professional, we provide the tools, training, and pathways to help you thrive.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance and offer flexible arrangements to support your personal and professional goals.
If you're driven by purpose, energized by challenge, and ready to grow with a firm that values your contributions—this is the place for you.
Diverse Casework: Work on a wide range of matters—from personal injury to high-stakes real estate and construction law—offering continuous learning and professional development.
Collaborative Culture: We foster a supportive environment where ideas are welcomed, mentorship is encouraged, and success is shared.
Client-Centered Mission: Be part of a firm that makes a real difference in people’s lives and businesses, with a reputation for trust and results.
Growth Opportunities: Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned professional, we provide the tools, training, and pathways to help you thrive.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance and offer flexible arrangements to support your personal and professional goals.
If you're driven by purpose, energized by challenge, and ready to grow with a firm that values your contributions—this is the place for you.
Job Details
Unlawful Detainer Department Manager (Attorney)
đź“Ť In-Office | Southern California
We are a dynamic and client-focused law firm serving a broad spectrum of clients—from individuals involved in personal injury matters to real estate developers, contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners and tenants across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We are currently seeking a seasoned Unlawful Detainer Department Manager to lead and grow our UD practice.
About the Role
As the Unlawful Detainer Department Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our unlawful detainer operations, including trial, discovery, pleadings, and lockout processes. This is a hands-on, in-office leadership role that requires deep expertise in Southern California rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinances. You will also represent clients in court as needed and ensure the department operates with efficiency, compliance, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the firm’s unlawful detainer department, including oversight of trial, discovery, pleadings, and lockout teams
Provide strategic legal guidance on complex UD matters
Represent clients in court proceedings as necessary
Ensure compliance with all applicable rent stabilization and eviction laws in Southern California
Collaborate with firm leadership to improve workflows and client service
Mentor and support junior attorneys and legal staff
Qualifications
Must be licensed to practice law in California
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Minimum 7+ years of experience in unlawful detainer litigation
Extensive knowledge of Southern California rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinances
Proven leadership and team management experience
Strong litigation, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment
Commitment to in-office collaboration—this is not a remote position
đź“Ť In-Office | Southern California
We are a dynamic and client-focused law firm serving a broad spectrum of clients—from individuals involved in personal injury matters to real estate developers, contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners and tenants across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We are currently seeking a seasoned Unlawful Detainer Department Manager to lead and grow our UD practice.
About the Role
As the Unlawful Detainer Department Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our unlawful detainer operations, including trial, discovery, pleadings, and lockout processes. This is a hands-on, in-office leadership role that requires deep expertise in Southern California rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinances. You will also represent clients in court as needed and ensure the department operates with efficiency, compliance, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the firm’s unlawful detainer department, including oversight of trial, discovery, pleadings, and lockout teams
Provide strategic legal guidance on complex UD matters
Represent clients in court proceedings as necessary
Ensure compliance with all applicable rent stabilization and eviction laws in Southern California
Collaborate with firm leadership to improve workflows and client service
Mentor and support junior attorneys and legal staff
Qualifications
Must be licensed to practice law in California
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Minimum 7+ years of experience in unlawful detainer litigation
Extensive knowledge of Southern California rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinances
Proven leadership and team management experience
Strong litigation, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume legal environment
Commitment to in-office collaboration—this is not a remote position
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.