Associate Attorney – Real Estate Litigation (San Francisco)

About Us ACE California Law is a boutique real estate litigation firm based in Oakland, California, dedicated to protecting homeowners and providing accessible, high-quality legal representation. We are a small but mighty team of strong women who are passionate about the law, our clients, and each other. We offer a collaborative, supportive work environment where your contributions matter and your growth is a priority. The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Attorney with 3 to 5 years of litigation experience to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an attorney who thrives in a dynamic, client-focused practice and is looking for a firm that values work-life balance as much as professional excellence. What You Will Do • Handle a diverse caseload in real estate litigation, which may include foreclosure defense, HOA disputes, partition actions, boundary disputes, construction defect, and related real property matters • Draft pleadings, motions, oppositions, and other litigation documents • Conduct legal research and provide sound legal analysis • Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel • Appear in court and at hearings as needed • Collaborate closely with the founding attorney and support staff What We Are Looking For • Active California State Bar membership in good standing • 3 to 10 years of litigation experience (real estate litigation experience a plus) • Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills • Excellent communication and client management skills • Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment • Located within 40 miles of Richmond, California Compensation and Benefits • Salary: $145,000 to $185,000 annually, commensurate with experience • Billable Hour Requirement: 1,550 hours annually (6.7 hours per day over 220 working days) • Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Fridays off) • Remote Work: Primarily remote with one day per week in office • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Retirement: 401(k) with employer matching • Time Off: All state and federal holidays observed Why ACE California Law? • Four-day work week with Fridays off • Manageable and transparent billable hour requirement • Meaningful work representing real people in real disputes • Collaborative team culture built on mutual respect and shared values • Opportunity to grow within a firm that is expanding its impact in the Bay Area ACE California Law is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women and attorneys from underrepresented communities. To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your litigation experience and interest in real property law to