This search stays open for the right practice, rather than to a fixed closing date. Approaches are welcome at any point in your own timeline.

Leading regional office seeks a lateral partner to build and lead a real estate and construction litigation practice. The role focuses on managing high‑stakes commercial disputes arising from real estate development, construction contracts, and related commercial matters.

The partner will handle significant courtroom and arbitration work, supervise associates, and collaborate with transactional colleagues on risk-mitigation and dispute-avoidance strategies. Strong business development and client relationship skills are essential.

Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
Extensive experience in real estate and construction litigation, including complex commercial disputes
Proven trial and/or arbitration experience and a record of managing matter teams
Strong client development and leadership capabilities; admitted to practice in California

If the fit is not obvious on paper, it is usually still worth talking — the specification tends to follow the practice.

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