{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1c2ca311a515e8ced3508cb7","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1c2ca311a515e8ced3508cb7","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1c2ca311a515e8ced3508cb7","title":"Litigation Associate","description":"We are seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney to join a well-established landlord‑tenant practice with a strong emphasis on commercial matters and some residential matters for Landlords.. This role offers extensive courtroom exposure and hands-on litigation experience for an attorney early in their career.The successful candidate will train directly with a senior partner for at least six months prior to the partner’s planned retirement. The partner is a former educator and highly regarded mentor, making this an ideal opportunity for an attorney who values structured guidance, skill development, and real-time courtroom learning.Types of Matters You Will HandleThe attorney will gain direct exposure to a broad range of commercial landlord‑tenant disputes, including:Failure to Pay Rent actionsTenant Holding Over matters (“specials”)Wrongful Detainer claimsBreach of Lease disputes (including default and enforcement issues)Civil Breach of Contract/Guaranty cases in District and Circuit CourtsBankruptcy Creditor Claims/Lift Stay Motions/Motions Hearings in Bankruptcy CourtRelated motions, hearings, and post‑judgment proceedingsThis role provides meaningful experience in high-volume, court-driven litigation with practical, real-world outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent commercial landlords and property owners in landlord‑tenant litigationAppear in court 2–4 times per week, including District Court proceedingsDraft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discoveryPrepare for and participate in hearings, trials, and settlement conferencesWork closely with supervising partner to develop litigation strategy and courtroom skillsConduct research and provide advice to clients on a multitude of landlord/tenant issues.Prepare briefs/argue appealed cases.Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staffAssist with the transition and continuity of matters as the senior partner approaches retirementMaintain/develop knowledge of changes in lawQualificationsActive Maryland Bar admission (required)1+ year of litigation experiencePrior exposure to landlord‑tenant law strongly preferred (commercial or residential)Strong research skillsComfort with frequent court appearancesStrong writing, advocacy, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple cases in a fast‑paced litigation environmentBenefitsExcellent medical coverage with minimal cost for employee and any dependents401KProfit SharingMobile phone reimbursementAnnual reviews/raisesAnnual bonus - can be very generous - based on production & quality of workPre Tax for Parking","company":"Robert Half","rawCompany":"robert half","city":"Wilton","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-01T08:05:02.904Z","occupations":[{"code":"23-1011.00","title":"Lawyers","slug":"lawyers"},{"code":"23-2011.00","title":"Paralegals and Legal Assistants","slug":"paralegals-and-legal-assistants"},{"code":"23-2099.00","title":"Legal Support Workers, All Other","slug":"legal-support-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541110","title":"Offices of Lawyers","slug":"offices-of-lawyers"},{"code":"541199","title":"All Other Legal Services","slug":"all-other-legal-services"},{"code":"922130","title":"Legal Counsel and Prosecution","slug":"legal-counsel-and-prosecution"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Litigation Associate","description":"We are seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney to join a well-established landlord‑tenant practice with a strong emphasis on commercial matters and some residential matters for Landlords.. 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The partner is a former educator and highly regarded mentor, making this an ideal opportunity for an attorney who values structured guidance, skill development, and real-time courtroom learning.Types of Matters You Will HandleThe attorney will gain direct exposure to a broad range of commercial landlord‑tenant disputes, including:Failure to Pay Rent actionsTenant Holding Over matters (“specials”)Wrongful Detainer claimsBreach of Lease disputes (including default and enforcement issues)Civil Breach of Contract/Guaranty cases in District and Circuit CourtsBankruptcy Creditor Claims/Lift Stay Motions/Motions Hearings in Bankruptcy CourtRelated motions, hearings, and post‑judgment proceedingsThis role provides meaningful experience in high-volume, court-driven litigation with practical, real-world outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent commercial landlords and property owners in landlord‑tenant litigationAppear in court 2–4 times per week, including District Court proceedingsDraft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discoveryPrepare for and participate in hearings, trials, and settlement conferencesWork closely with supervising partner to develop litigation strategy and courtroom skillsConduct research and provide advice to clients on a multitude of landlord/tenant issues.Prepare briefs/argue appealed cases.Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staffAssist with the transition and continuity of matters as the senior partner approaches retirementMaintain/develop knowledge of changes in lawQualificationsActive Maryland Bar admission (required)1+ year of litigation experiencePrior exposure to landlord‑tenant law strongly preferred (commercial or residential)Strong research skillsComfort with frequent court appearancesStrong writing, advocacy, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple cases in a fast‑paced litigation environmentBenefitsExcellent medical coverage with minimal cost for employee and any dependents401KProfit SharingMobile phone reimbursementAnnual reviews/raisesAnnual bonus - can be very generous - based on production & quality of workPre Tax for Parking","datePosted":"2026-07-01T08:05:02.904Z","dateModified":"2026-07-01T08:05:02.904Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Robert Half","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Wilton","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"1c2ca311a515e8ced3508cb7"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1c2ca311a515e8ced3508cb7"}}