Talkov Law is seeking a California attorney with zero to six years of litigation experience to handle real estate partition actions throughout California. This fully remote position offers substantive litigation experience, significant case responsibility, structured training, monthly performance bonuses, regular opportunities for salary increases, and a path to leadership and partnership.

The position is open to newly admitted attorneys, 2026 law school graduates taking the California Bar Examination, and litigators with up to six years of experience. Newer attorneys will receive training and supervision, while more experienced attorneys will be expected to independently manage cases and exercise greater strategic responsibility.

About Talkov Law

Talkov Law is California’s first and largest law firm focused on partition litigation. We represent property owners in disputes involving high-value homes, investment properties, inherited real estate, and conflicts between family members, former partners, and business associates.

Our firm has handled more than 600 partition matters throughout California. We operate fully remotely using litigation systems, automated workflows, established templates, and case-management processes developed specifically for partition actions.

The pace is fast, the work is substantive, and attorneys receive meaningful responsibility.

About the Role

Attorneys manage or assist with partition actions from the initial complaint through settlement, buyout, sale, or judgment.

The work includes legal writing, discovery, negotiation, motion practice, client counseling, and courtroom advocacy. Trials are uncommon and attorneys will have the opportunity to learn from the firm's partners in the rare cases that go to trial.

The attorney will assume primary responsibility for an active caseload. Responsibility increases as the attorney demonstrates sound judgment, reliable case management, strong legal work, and the ability to independently move cases toward resolution.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with partition actions from initial evaluation through settlement, buyout, sale, or judgment
• Draft complaints, answers, discovery, motions, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents
• Analyze ownership rights, reimbursements, credits, rental value, improvements, and other accounting issues
• Develop litigation strategy and make recommendations regarding case direction
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, referees, brokers, experts, and other professionals
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Prepare for and appear at hearings, case management conferences, settlement conferences, and very infrequent trials
• Evaluate settlement opportunities and advise clients regarding risks, costs, and likely outcomes
• Maintain accurate deadlines, case records, and strategic case plans
• Use the firm’s established litigation systems, templates, and workflows
• Contribute to improvements in the firm’s litigation processes, technology, and training materials

Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar, or eligibility for admission following the California Bar Examination
• One to six years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent judgment, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple active matters
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and opposing counsel
• Willingness to accept responsibility for case outcomes
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment
• Interest in real estate litigation and developing expertise in a specialized area of law

Prior experience drafting motions, conducting discovery, appearing in court, or managing clients is preferred for more experienced applicants but is not required for entry-level candidates.

Experience in real estate litigation, probate litigation, business litigation, or disputes involving ownership and accounting issues is helpful but not required.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range is $150,000 to $220,000 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability.

Attorneys also receive performance bonuses and salary increases for meeting or exceeding expectations.

Leadership and Partnership Opportunities

This position offers meaningful opportunities for long-term advancement.

Attorneys who demonstrate strong judgment, leadership, client-service skills, and consistent litigation performance may have opportunities to:

• Lead litigation teams or firm initiatives
• Train and supervise junior attorneys
• Develop firmwide litigation strategies and systems
• Participate in management and operational decisions
• Assume responsibility for significant cases and client relationships
• Be considered for partnership

Partnership is not based solely on seniority. Advancement depends on performance, leadership, judgment, contribution to the firm, and the ability to help the practice grow while maintaining high standards of legal work and client service.

Benefits

• Fully remote position
• Approximately 99% employer-paid health insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Monthly performance bonuses
• Opportunities for salary increases based on performance
• Reasonable billable-hour expectations
• Established litigation templates and dedicated support
• Substantive case responsibility without a traditional large-firm schedule
• Training in a highly specialized area of California real estate law
• Opportunities for leadership and partnership

Work Environment

Attorneys generally work during ordinary business hours, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, subject to litigation deadlines, hearings, and client needs.

The Ideal Candidate

The strongest candidate will:

• Want meaningful responsibility rather than a narrow research or document-review role
• Enjoy legal writing, strategy, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy
• Be organized, accountable, and responsive
• Appreciate established systems while exercising independent judgment
• Want to become highly knowledgeable in a focused area of litigation
• Be interested in long-term advancement, leadership, and potential partnership
• Work well with attorneys and staff in a fast-moving remote environment
• Have a strong work ethic and a sense of humor

Pay: $150,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you a California attorney or sitting for the July 2026 bar exam?

Experience:

• Litigation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote