<p>An established, high-end boutique firm is looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney to join the team in Del Mar, San Diego. This role is ideal for an Associate Attorney with substantial experience in civil litigation, particularly on the defense side (labor & employment, and insurance law). This firm on High Bluff Drive offers a hybrid, flexible schedule with lots of room for growth!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Handle all aspects of civil litigation, including drafting motions, preparing discovery responses, and managing discovery requests.</p><p>• Conduct thorough case reviews, including reviewing complaints and performing case workups after intake.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, focusing on witness depositions and discovery-heavy tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate with partners on trial preparation and attend trials as part of the litigation team.</p><p>• Draft and argue motions in court, contributing to case strategy and resolution.</p><p>• Prepare detailed status reports and correspondence to keep clients informed of case progress.</p><p>• Manage client files and ensure all relevant information is organized and accessible.</p><p>• Work closely with other associates and partners to ensure cases are handled efficiently and effectively.</p><p>• Provide hands-on support throughout the litigation process, from intake to trial.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and detail-oriented billing practices, adhering to firm standards.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>The associate will truly be involved in the cases (not just sitting in a back room writing), including going to trial alongside partners.</li><li>They have 50 templates on iManage and thorough training notes – tons of resources!</li><li>They are currently remodeling their office, on one of the most expensive streets for real estate in the country!</li><li>Office serves the “best coffee in San Diego” (Seven Seas). They roast the beans the day before they send them to the office.</li><li>The firm does something fun together once a month (lunches, happy hours, etc.).</li><li>“We do not allow any yelling. If that happens, the attorney is in trouble!” – managing partner</li><li>“We regularly meet in the kitchen for lunches and coffee breaks.” – office manager</li><li>“The people here really appreciate each other’s lives outside the office.” – senior legal secretary</li><li>“Your efforts are acknowledged and rewarded. The named partner is a good example: he always says please and thank you. You won’t be asked to give 100% unless they are also giving 100% themselves.” – senior legal secretary</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high end commercial litigation firm in lovely San Clemente, needing another associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience. However, this firm also has a sattelite office in Downtown Los Angeles, and this associate can sit there, too.</p><p><br></p><p>This attorney will be responsible for a variety of cases in different practice areas – from white collar criminal defense to trade secret litigation. The ideal candidate will be someone who wants to take ownership of projects and grow as a litigator.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities: </u></strong></p><p>o Motions</p><p>o Briefs</p><p>o Discovery</p><p>o Meet & confer letters</p><p>o Depositions</p><p>o Trial prep/attendance (firm goes to trial 3-4x/year)</p><p>· Billables: 1800. Most associates bill just around that.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Pay is contingent upon fluency with the duties above, pedigree of firms worked at, and stability on resume.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· Multiple partners went to Ivy Leage law schools – Yale, NYU, Penn – or other strong UC schools.</p><p>· They bring in lunch Tuesday – Thursday.</p><p>· Casual dress (jeans and t-shirts are the norm).</p><p>· The level and type of cases are complex, sophisticated, with opportunity for high-profile litigation</p><p>· Mentorship from partners is better than at Big Law (“hey, come over here and watch this!”)</p><p>· Great benefits, from annual profit sharing to pet insurance.</p><p>· Strong tenure – their current GC started as a 4th year attorney and has been there for 15 years.</p>
<p><strong>Top Am Law firm Seeks Associate Attorney to Handle Transactional & Litigation Employment & Commercial Litigation</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Am Law law firm seeks <strong>Attorney wanting to learn employment law (or grow their skills within employment law defense)!</strong> This firm prides itself in diversity amongst the partnership! The attorneys are nationally recognized for their diversity amongst leaders! This is a <strong><u>hybrid</u></strong> onsite position. </p><p><br></p><p>Will work on employment advising and defending wage and hour, single party claims along with supporting commercial litigation teams too! 60% litigation--40% advising! Litigation covers: Northern, Central, and Southern California state courts and the Ninth Circuit federal district court.</p><p><br></p><p>Billables: 1850/year</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits: generous profit sharing plan, unlimited PTO, multiple ways to bonus (billables, partnership amongst the group, productivity, and annual performance), bonuses are $25k-$90k! Firm has never had layoffs!</p>
<p><strong>Employment Defense Associate Attorney – Litigation & Advisory (Hybrid – California)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Are you a civil litigator looking to expand into a dynamic blend of litigation and advisory work? A highly respected California-based law firm, recognized as an Am Law 200 firm with over 230 attorneys across 9 offices, is seeking an <strong>Employment Associate Attorney</strong> to join its growing team.</p><p>This role is ideal for an attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in employment defense, and a stable employment track record. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in both employment litigation and transactional work, including workplace investigations and employment handbook drafting, serving mid-cap to Fortune 500 clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About the Firm</u></strong></p><p>This midsize, statewide firm is known for its collegial culture, strong mentorship, and long-term attorney retention. The Employment Group, which spans five California offices, is chaired by respected leaders in the field and is doubling in size in key markets like San Diego. Diversity is not just a slogan—this firm ranks #1 nationally in management diversity among law firms.</p><p>Key Practice Areas:</p><ul><li>Defense of employers in claims involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and employment contracts</li><li>Federal and California state court litigation, including Ninth Circuit cases</li><li>Employment advice and counsel</li><li>Workplace investigations and handbook/policy drafting</li></ul><p>Associate Position Highlights:</p><ul><li>Approximately 60% litigation / 40% transactional employment law</li><li>Highly collaborative group with strong mentorship from senior attorneys</li><li>Exposure to both high-impact cases and preventive counseling</li><li>Hybrid schedule: minimum of 2 days/week onsite with flexible options</li><li>Truly partnership-track potential</li></ul><p>Associate Benefits & Compensation:</p><ul><li>Competitive base salary (based on experience)</li><li>Monthly productivity bonuses and annual discretionary bonuses</li><li>Average annual associate bonus: $25K</li><li>401(k) with profit sharing contribution (vests over 5 years)</li><li>Profit-sharing based on total compensation with a firm-funded contribution of 9.3%</li><li>Comprehensive health benefits package</li><li>Strong associate development and training programs</li><li>“No jerks” firm culture – built for attorneys who want to finish their careers here</li><li>Financially stable firm — zero debt since founding</li></ul><p><strong>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</strong></p>
<p>One of RHL's repeat clients, a regional civil litigation firm in San Diego, retained us again to find their next civil litigation defense attorney. We have placed 3 legal professionals here who love it! The last attorney has had nothing but positive things to say. </p><p><br></p><p>This role will ideally be hybrid, based out of San Diego (and associates with less than 4 years of licensed experience should live/be willing to work onsite here), but remote candidates in other parts of SoCal are welcome to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>This defense attorney will be handling cases start to finish, and should have at least 2 years of civil litigation experience in CA. <em>Please do not apply without this!</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><ul><li>law & motion</li><li>ex partes, pleading challenges, discovery motions, meet & confers, motions to compel are most common</li><li>discovery</li><li>depositions (once up and running, they will take/defend 1-2 per week).</li></ul><p>· Billable requirement: “The goal is 1950 but the minimum is 1800.”</p><p>· Software: Word and Adobe for drafting. Outlook for calendaring. Firm Central is used for document management and billing time. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>This role offers flexible working hours and hybrid remote days, but the candidate should be local to SoCal (ideally local to San Diego if less than 5 years of experience).</em></strong></p>
<p>A national law firm is seeking an associate attorney to join their growing team!<strong> This associate attorney must be barred in CA or NV </strong>and sit in one of the firm’s states: WA, OR, CA, NV, ID, UT, NM, AZ, TX, AK, TN, AL, GA, FL, NY.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Summary of role: </u></strong></p><p>This national law firm represents banks, but the work is not collections. The issues this associate attorney will work on are often related to if an eminent domain or foreclosure goes awry (probate issues, ADA violations, expenses of administration prioritized over deed of trusts, or spouses get divorced and partitioned actions are filed during foreclosure). This attorney will be looking at causes of action, negligence or torts, and be focused on motions: MSJs, motions to dismiss, IRAC motions, etc. There are not many depositions and discovery is not a focus of this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of firm</u></strong>:</p><p>· “Will teach on the practice area of law. We are constantly training!” – supervising partner</p><p>· Most cases do not go to trial.</p><p>o "All of our cases are evidentiary. There is not much factual dispute. Our clients are approaching these cases in a strong position. From an evidentiary standpoint, the evidence is in our favor. We are not exclude evidence. The evidentiary challenges are lower. It makes our job easier." - managing partner</p><p>· Various departments collaborate often, to ensure clients are represented well. They do not compete within the firm for clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Compensation</u></strong>:</p><p>· Salary: Contingent upon experience, between $100-140K. Could go higher for more senior candidates with practice area experience.</p><p>· Bonus: Based on hours, paid annually.</p><p>· Benefits:</p><p>o Healthcare: Firm covers about 60% of medical premiums (3 different plan options, which can include dependents) plus good dental and vision coverage.</p><p>o 401K: Yes, match up to 6% of salary.</p><p>o PTO: CA attorneys are unlimited, just meet your hours.</p><p>o Other benefits: Firm pays for long-term disability (you can purchase short-term) and up to $25K life insurance policy (you can purchase a higher one, too).</p>
<p>Robert Half is offering an exciting opportunity for an Attorney to join an established law firm in Irvine, California.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm has incredible stability and tenure, with many attorneys and staff having worked together for 10+ years! This is a full-service firm and attorneys will be given an opportunity to touch on practice areas ranging from construction defect litigation, real estate litigation, business litigation, medical malpractice litigation, personal injury litigation, employment litigation, and transactional services</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role: </u></strong></p><ul><li>There is a mix of cases – people will work with partners across the state and work on different sorts of matters. Civil litigation and construction.</li><li>Initially, this attorney will be working more closely with a partner but the expectation is this associate will grow into doing more autonomous case management.</li><li>Writing – this will take some mentorship and the firm gives it.</li><li> </li><li>A-Z case management of cases in PRACTICE AREA from inception through trial.</li><li>Discovery, including depositions.</li><li>Law and motion.</li><li>Court appearances.</li><li>Pleadings.</li><li>Communicating and reporting up to with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.</li><li>Attending site inspections.</li><li><u>Billable Hour Req</u></li><li>1800 per year</li></ul><p><strong><u> </u></strong></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Great tenure with the firm/group of people – the firm administrator has been with these partners since 1999, the head of Northern CA has been with them for 11 years, another paralegal in Irvine has been with the firm for 25+ years.</li><li>Office lunch once a week with everyone!</li><li>The firm pays 100% of benefits for the employee and dependents.</li><li>Open door policy for everyone – they are big on doing things to keep people happy and want to stay.</li></ul><p><strong><u> </u></strong></p><p><strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Salary range up to 170k</li><li>Monthly bonus for hitting billable hours. Everything after 170 per month gets a $500 bonus,</li><li>Additional discretionary bonuses!</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision are covered 100% for the employee and family, these kick in 30 days after employment. </li><li>PTO / sick Days?</li><li>401k w/ safe harbor matching contribution up to 3%, paid semi-monthly</li><li>Life insurance </li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Carlsbad, California. This role is essential in ensuring smooth HR operations, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR practices and be committed to supporting organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage employee relations, addressing concerns and ensuring a positive work environment.<br>• Oversee onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization.<br>• Administer benefits programs, providing guidance and support to employees on available options.<br>• Ensure compliance with legal and organizational HR standards and policies.<br>• Assist with payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate compensation.<br>• Maintain and update HR systems to keep employee records current.<br>• Provide general HR support across various functions as needed.<br>• Collaborate with management to implement HR strategies that align with business objectives.<br>• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to enhance employee development.<br>• Monitor and analyze HR metrics to identify and address trends or areas for improvement.
We are looking for a skilled HR Coordinator to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Newport Beach, California. This role is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting HR operations. As part of this position, you will collaborate closely with various departments to ensure smooth onboarding, compliance, and reporting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Facilitate onboarding processes for new hires, including orientation sessions and paperwork completion.<br>• Manage offboarding procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.<br>• Oversee I-9 documentation and audits to maintain regulatory compliance.<br>• Create and maintain detailed reports using advanced Excel features such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP.<br>• Coordinate with IT to ensure timely delivery of necessary technology for new employees.<br>• Assist in HR-related reporting and analytics to support organizational decision-making.<br>• Conduct background checks and ensure compliance with HR policies.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions and concerns related to HR operations.<br>• Collaborate with the HR Director to implement best practices and improve processes.
<p>Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization in San Diego, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support the executive leadership team. This pivotal role will help ensure the organization's daily operations run smoothly, supporting both administrative and programmatic functions to further its impact in the community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative support to executive leadership, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, organizing events, and coordinating travel.</li><li>Prepare grant proposals, reports, board meeting materials, donor communications, and other mission-critical documents.</li><li>Act as a liaison between executives, board members, staff, donors, volunteers, and external partners, ensuring the timely and accurate flow of information.</li><li>Maintain confidential records including donor databases, meeting minutes, and legal or compliance documentation.</li><li>Support fundraising and community outreach initiatives, assisting with event planning, logistics, tracking donations, and managing related communications.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and workflow automation where possible, demonstrating strong digital fluency and a problem-solving mindset.</li><li>Coordinate onboarding of new team members and support cross-functional projects through collaboration with various departments.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Company:</strong></p><p>A nationally recognized, hospitality-driven organization founded in the mid-1990s and now a nationwide leader serving the aviation, travel, and luxury hospitality industries. Known for exceptional service, strong industry partnerships, and a collaborative, people-first culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The company seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support its growing licensing, regulatory, and corporate governance needs. This role works cross-functionally and partners closely with outside counsel. Ideal for someone organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy who enjoys a fast-paced, regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage business licensing, permitting, and regulatory filings</li><li>Handle entity registrations, annual reports, and governance documents</li><li>Administer contracts using MFILES (or similar systems)</li><li>Coordinate with outside counsel on corporate and compliance matters</li><li>Support trademark filings and collaborate with marketing</li><li>Maintain corporate records and assist with research and special projects</li></ul><p><strong>Work Plan:</strong></p><p>5 days onsite in a stable, team-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits:</strong></p><p><strong> Salary:</strong> $85,000–$105,000 DOE</p><p> <strong>Benefits:</strong> Medical (PPO/HMO), 401(k), PTO (vacation + sick), disability coverage</p><p> <strong>Perks:</strong> Beautiful office, luxury-oriented industry, collaborative culture, in-house stability</p>
<p><strong>Respected OC Mid-Sized Firms Seeks Trust Litigation Attorney – Lifestyle firm LOW BILLABLES</strong></p><p><br></p><p>An established Orange County-based boutique law firm—recognized for its high-end work, community reputation, and low turnover—is seeking a <strong>trust litigation attorney</strong> to join its probate and estate litigation practice. With more than three decades in practice, this full-service firm has a thriving caseload, loyal client base, and a strong footprint in Southern California, with offices in Newport Beach and Del Mar.</p><p>This opportunity offers a mix of courtroom work, strategic litigation, and close client interaction. This is not a back-office role—clients meet face-to-face and expect sharp, personable advocacy. The firm provides training, career development, and a proven partnership track for attorneys ready to commit to long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Trust Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Handle probate and trust litigation matters from A to Z</li><li>Manage all phases of discovery and draft substantive motions</li><li>Conduct and defend depositions</li><li>Prepare for and attend court hearings and trial</li><li>Directly interface with clients and support case strategy development</li></ul><p>Hours:</p><ul><li><strong>Billable goal: 120–130 hours/month</strong></li></ul><p>Perks:</p><ul><li>High-profile, high-value cases</li><li>Direct client interaction</li><li>Collegial, lifestyle-oriented firm culture</li><li>Formalized partnership track and training program</li><li>Proven attorney retention—nearly all prior placements remain with the firm</li></ul><p>Salary:</p><p>$120K to $200K+ depending on experience</p><p> Significant bonus potential, including:</p><ul><li>Quarterly bonuses for billable hours</li><li>Year-end discretionary bonuses</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Healthcare: Anthem or Kaiser plans available; firm pays $350/month toward premiums (often fully covers base plan for employee + dependents)</li><li>Dental: 100% employer-paid for employee</li><li>401(k) with discretionary profit sharing</li><li>PTO: 10 vacation days in year one</li><li>Sick time: 3 days in year one, increases to 6 days after January 1</li><li>Annual performance reviews</li></ul><p><strong>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</strong></p>
<p>Prominent defense firm specializing in commercial litigation has an immediate opportunity for a litigation associate to join their team! The litigation associate will work in collaboration with the partnership team and will be responsible for managing 25 complex matters from inception to resolution. The litigation associate ideally will have 3+ years of civil litigation experience and will have a solid understanding of drafting various motions, all aspects of written discovery, taking and defending depositions as well as trial preparation and attendance. </p><p><br></p><p>The litigation associate opportunity offers a hybrid remote work schedule, above market compensation, defined bonus structure, paid health benefits and 401k. </p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy litigation and have the desire to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, submit resumes only to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove < at > RobertHalf. < com > </p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL </p>
<p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Robert Half is partnering with a growing insurance firm to identify a highly organized and detail-oriented <strong>Licensing Coordinator</strong>. This role is responsible for supporting agent and agency licensing compliance, ensuring all state and regulatory requirements are met in a timely and accurate manner. The ideal candidate thrives in a deadline-driven environment and has experience working within regulated industries.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and maintain insurance producer and agency licensing across multiple states</li><li>Track license applications, renewals, appointments, and terminations</li><li>Prepare, submit, and monitor licensing documentation through state insurance departments and the NIPR system</li><li>Maintain accurate licensing records and databases, ensuring compliance with state regulations</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for internal teams, carriers, and regulatory agencies regarding licensing matters</li><li>Monitor regulatory changes and assist with implementing updates to licensing procedures</li><li>Support audits and compliance reviews by providing required licensing documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements to enhance licensing efficiency and accuracy</li></ul><p><br></p>
