Of Counsel Attorney
Raydar
Of Counsel Attorney
Raydar
AI-powered recruiting agency for tech roles
Raydar · San Diego, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-12
Salary: USD 215,000–315,000
Workplace: hybrid
About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own a docket of property-related disputes from first filing through trial and appeal, while building direct relationships with government-sector clients. The position blends courtroom advocacy, expert-led financial analysis and strategic advice, plus guiding newer attorneys and working with colleagues in other offices.
What you'll do
- Take the lead on property acquisition and takings disputes for government-sector clients.
- Shape the financial and valuation approach by coordinating with outside experts and testing opposing expert opinions.
- Run each stage of a case, from initial filings through evidence gathering, hearings, negotiated resolution, trial and appellate work.
- Address closely related claims, including constitutional and regulatory challenges to government action.
- Advise clients on early-stage disputes and strategy before a lawsuit is filed.
- Work with colleagues in other offices on matters across the state and coach junior lawyers.
What we're looking for
- Seven or more years of litigation experience in property takings, real estate disputes or public land acquisition.
- Demonstrated ability to carry a case from start to finish, including trial and appeal.
- History of independently handling depositions, written discovery and motion practice in complex matters.
- Background advising local government or other public-sector clients.
- Working familiarity with compensation and damages concepts used in property valuation disputes.
- Confidence managing client relationships without close supervision.
- J.D. from a reputable law school with strong academic credentials.
- Active California bar admission.
- Based in, or willing to relocate to, the San Diego, Los Angeles or Oakland area.
- Comfortable working in the office 2-3 days per week.
- Willingness to submit a writing sample and academic transcript with an application.
Bonus points
- Trial experience in property valuation disputes.
- Past experience with a public transportation or similar government agency.
- Appellate experience in takings-related matters.
- Familiarity with environmental review or land use litigation.
- Comfort with real estate transactions as they relate to valuation.
- Experience mentoring junior attorneys on case strategy.
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 215,000 to 315,000 per year
- Discretionary performance bonus
Location and work model
- San Diego, Los Angeles or Oakland, California, United States (candidate's choice of city)
- Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in office
- Full-time
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Raydar is an AI-powered talent acquisition firm that serves tech-focused organizations on a contingency basis, charging client companies only after a successful hire. It uses proprietary AI to identify a large pool of candidates and conducts a short 15-minute AI-driven interview (recorded and transcribed) before human recruiters review materials, provide interview prep, and assist with offers and negotiations. What sets it apart is the blend of automated sourcing and screening with hands-on human oversight and tailored client support. Its goal is to help organizations hire more efficiently by speeding up sourcing while maintaining thorough evaluation and negotiation assistance.
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