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Litigation Attorney

Mission Viejo, CA
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Temporary to Hire
79.1635 - 91.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Litigation Attorney to join a growing legal team in California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for an attorney with civil litigation experience who is ready to take on increasing responsibility and contribute to a busy practice. The role offers the chance to work across active matters, build deeper ownership of cases over time, and support clients through key phases of the litigation process. Responsibilities: • Oversee civil litigation matters through each stage of the case lifecycle, from initial review through settlement or other resolution. • Prepare, revise, and respond to written discovery, pleadings, motions, and related legal filings with accuracy and strong attention to deadlines. • Develop clear case updates, written reports, and client communications to keep stakeholders informed on progress and next steps. • Represent the firm at hearings, conferences, mediations, and other court-related proceedings as needed. • Contribute to litigation strategy by organizing case materials, evaluating developments, and supporting preparation for major milestones. • Assist with insurance defense assignments, including work performed in a billable environment. • Provide near-term support on active overflow matters such as reporting and status tracking, with the opportunity to transition into direct case ownership.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Westwood, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Are you looking for a litigation opportunity where you can gain meaningful courtroom experience, receive hands-on mentorship, and build a long-term career with a growing plaintiff-side practice?Our client, a well-established mid-sized law firm based in West Los Angeles, is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its successful Plaintiff Lemon Law team. The firm is open to attorneys at various experience levels and offers a unique combination of substantive litigation work, trial exposure, mentorship, and flexible remote work arrangements for experienced candidates. Attorneys and staff love the firm's collaborative environment! Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Open to attorneys at various experience levels</li><li>Remote flexibility available for experienced attorneys</li><li>Robust mentorship and training program</li><li>Established, mid-sized plaintiff firm with a strong reputation</li><li>Clear path for professional growth and advancement</li></ul>Position OverviewAttorneys will manage cases throughout the litigation process while working closely with experienced litigators and trial attorneys. The firm is committed to developing strong advocates and provides significant opportunities for hands-on learning, client interaction, and courtroom experience.Responsibilities<ul><li>Handle all phases of litigation from case inception through resolution</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy recommendations</li><li>Manage written discovery and document review</li><li>Take and defend depositions as experience permits</li><li>Attend court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences</li><li>Work directly with clients throughout the litigation process</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and trial proceedings</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Active California Bar license in good standing</li><li>Litigation experience preferred, but strong junior attorneys are encouraged to apply</li><li>Excellent legal writing and analytical skills</li><li>Strong organizational and case management abilities</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating with a litigation team</li><li>Trial, deposition, or courtroom experience is a plus but not required</li></ul>Benefits & Perks<ul><li>Competitive base salary plus bonus potential</li><li>Remote flexibility for experienced attorneys</li><li>Comprehensive mentorship and attorney development programs</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement plan</li><li>Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>Supportive culture focused on attorney growth and success</li></ul>Ideal CandidateThis opportunity is ideal for a motivated attorney who wants to become a stronger litigator, gain meaningful courtroom experience, and learn from experienced trial lawyers in a firm that is invested in long-term career development.Whether you are a newer attorney seeking mentorship or an experienced litigator looking for greater flexibility and trial opportunities, this firm offers the resources, support, and platform to help you succeed. Submit resumes to Vice President Quidana Dove at quidana.dove<at>roberthalf.<com>
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
High-end boutique law firm located in Irvine; CA has an immediate opportunity for a litigation attorney to join their team. This firm is offering the litigation attorney mentorship and development as well as the opportunity to work on complex litigation matters related to commercial litigation, employment law and real estate. Responsibilities: • Handle employment and business litigation cases• Utilize case management software and legal software such as LexisNexis for efficient management of cases• Employ strong litigation skills with a minimum of 5 years of experience• Demonstrate significant state and federal court experience• Show familiarity with class action procedural rules and ESI discovery• Handle PAGA cases and A-Z class action employment • Conduct depositions and manage law & motion • Apply trial experience in handling cases• Use management systems for efficient workflow• Conduct briefings and present complex legal information in an understandable manner. To apply, submit resumes to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove <at> RobertHalf. <com> #SoCalRHL
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

West Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
A successful boutique defense firm in West LA is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join their team of litigators and support staff. The ideal Litigation Attorney candidate will have at least 5+ years of California civil litigation experience as a licensed attorney. Once hired, the Litigation Attorney will handle litigation matters from inception through final resolution, managing her/his own caseload. Target billables are 1800 per year. Duties will include but are not limited to independently handling court appearances, taking and defending depositions, discovery, legal research and analysis, and law and motion. Mentorship and training are available for associates; previous trial experience is not required. My team has placed 3 attorneys with this firm, and the firm offers hybrid or 100% remote work for attorneys! The firm boasts a friendly and collaborative culture and a long-standing history of representing well-known clients for over 30 years. If you are seeking a firm that values life outside of work and prioritizes maintaining work-life balance, this may be the job for you! Benefits medical, 401k with employer match, paid Holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parking, paid bar dues and MCLEs, and a defined bonus plan. For immediate consideration for this exciting attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com> #SoCALRHL
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
A thriving national defense firm is seeking an Attorney to join its team! The ideal Attorney candidate will have at least 1 full year of California civil litigation experience as a licensed attorney and an interest in employment litigation. Along with mentorship and training, this firm is offering this Attorney the ability to work hybrid remotely. This Attorney must be able to commute to Downtown Los Angeles. This Attorney will primarily handle employment defense litigation matters from inception. Duties will include but are not limited to independently handling court appearances, taking and defending depositions, discovery, drafting motions, and trial preparation. Benefits include health, vision, dental, 401(k) with employment matching, and a defined billable bonus plan that is paid out quarterly. TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly to Tess Poliakin at Tess [dot] Poliakin [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com] #SoCALRHL
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Westwood, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
A thriving 15 attorney defense law firm is seeking an Attorney with 3+ years of California civil litigation experience. The ideal Attorney will have experience handling discovery, drafting law and motion, and making appearances. This new attorney will have their own caseload managing general civil litigation defense matters. The billable requirement is 1900 (based on gross). I have placed a legal secretary, paralegal, and attorney with this firm. All are still happily with the firm, and the paralegal and attorney work 100% remotely! This firm will permanently allow this new attorney to work either hybrid remote or 100% remote. The firm is offering this Attorney a competitive salary package that includes bonuses (billable bonus, discretionary yearend bonus, and origination bonus) and benefits (medical, dental, 401k with a match, unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and paid bar dues and MCLEs)! TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com> #SoCALRHL
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Los Angeles, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
We’re partnering with a well-established insurance company seeking an experienced Litigation Defense Attorney to join its in-house legal team. This is a 100% remote role, but courtroom presence is still key—travel for trials will be required across Southern California (from Orange County to Ventura). What they’re looking for:• 2+ years of California personal injury litigation experience as a licensed Attorney (open to plaintiff or defense)• Active California Bar license• Trial preparation experience• Currently reside in California **DO NOT APPLY IF DON'T CURRENTLY LIVE IN CALIFORNIA This is a rare in-house opportunity for an Attorney who is looking for the stability and focus of working directly with one client. Benefits• Company car• Company paid phone• Medical, dental, and vision,• 401K• PTO• Life Insurance • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability• HSA and FSA options Bonuses:• Holiday bonus• Referral bonus• Performance bonus For immediate consideration for this exciting Remote Attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com> #SoCalRHL**Local applicants only
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Attorney (1680 Annual Billables)

Long Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
Attorney opportunity with esteemed law firm with statewide presence!! Low billable hour requirement - 140 per month/1680 annual Robert Half has partnered with a California insurance defense law firm with offices in northern and southern California. This firm is established, with over 50 years of serving California businesses and individuals. The established, thriving Long Beach office is looking for an associate attorney to join its tight-knit team! The ideal associate attorney would live within commuting distance to collaborate on-site, but the firm is flexible with hybrid schedules once attorneys are settled!! This will likely begin as a fully onsite role for the first three months. Responsibilities of Role<ul><li>Attorneys will begin with project-based work and begin loading up a caseload of around 10-20 cases.</li><li>Cases involving personal injury (auto & premises) defense, employment, some construction.</li><li>Discovery, law and motion, legal research.</li><li>After ramping up, this attorney will be making court appearances, taking depositions, and managing their caseload with more autonomy.</li><li>Hours: 140/month (1680 annual)</li></ul> Perks of Firm:<ul><li>EXTREMELY low billables! Only 140/month, 1680 per year!</li><li>Very stable firm.</li><li>Attorneys here are willing to train!</li></ul> Compensation:<ul><li>Salary range: $140,000 to $160,000</li><li>Billable hour bonus for each hour above 140/month</li><li>Medical and dental insurance kick in after 3 months.</li><li>The firm covers 100% of the premiums for both plans!</li><li>Kaiser – 2k deductible plan & HSA plan, they firm pays 1/12 of the deductible every month.</li><li>Dental – 1500 max yearly, $50 deductible.</li><li>No vision coverage.</li><li>Unlimited PTO as long as attorneys are hitting billable hours and getting appearances covered appropriately.</li><li>401k kicks in after 1 year, 3% of salary with a discretionary about 1%.</li><li>Profit sharing kicks in after 1 year even if they do not contribute, broken down based on how many years they have been with the firm. After 6 years, it becomes 100% vested.</li></ul>
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

1+ Year Real Estate Attorney

Cheviot Hills, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 280000 USD / Yearly
A highly respected midsize firm in West LA seeks a real estate transactional attorney with 1+ years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, long-standing team handling sophisticated real estate matters while receiving mentorship and growth opportunities. You’ll work on:<ul><li>Purchase and sale transactions</li><li>Commercial leasing</li><li>Real estate development</li><li>Real estate financing</li></ul>Why consider this firm?<ul><li>1800 billable hours</li><li>Excellent benefits and firm culture</li><li>Strong retention — attorneys thrive here long term</li><li>High-end work without big firm burnout</li><li>Hands-on training and direct partner access</li></ul>If you’re looking to build your real estate practice in a supportive and balanced environment, this is a role worth exploring. For immediate consideration for this exciting real estate transactional attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Pre-Litigation Attorney

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
135000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
Boutique Plaintiff Firm Seeks Pre-Litigation Attorney--Want to Switch to Pre-litigation instead? About Firm & Position: A FRIENDLY boutique plaintiff personal injury firm with 6 attorneys and over 25 staff members is seeking a Pre-Litigation Attorney to join their Los Angeles office. The practice is highly regarded for its professionalism and dedication to clients, handling a wide range of catastrophic and serious injury cases including car accidents, wrongful death, pedestrian accidents, brain and spinal injuries, motorcycle and truck accidents, slip and fall claims, and dog bite matters. Attorneys at this firm have consistently praised its collaborative culture and strong leadership. Pre-Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and oversee the firm’s pre-litigation matters with the support of case managers, assistants, and specialized departments (property damage, medical records, demands, negotiations, and lien resolution).</li><li>Strategically evaluate case value and liability issues, working closely with clients and staff throughout the process.</li><li>Provide mentorship and direction to support staff handling intake, negotiations, and medical documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with the trial team for seamless transition of cases, where appropriate.</li></ul>Hours: WORK-LIFE Balance, 5 days onsite.Perks: Attorneys we’ve placed have described this as one of the most professional plaintiff PI firms in Los Angeles, with a managing partner who is known for being personable and supportive. The role offers work-life balance, particularly appealing for attorneys seeking a transition from litigation to pre-litigation work. We've placed multiple people with this firm!!!Salary: $120k-$170k base salary + bonus potential.Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 4% match, paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 6 sick days, and covered parking.TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Employment Attorney

Westwood, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
135000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Respected Plaintiff Trial Firm Seeks Employment Attorney About Firm & Position: A well-regarded plaintiff trial law firm in West Los Angeles seeks an Employment Attorney to join its litigation team. This established trial practice represents individuals in significant employment disputes and complex civil litigation matters.The firm is known for its collaborative environment and strong reputation within the plaintiff bar. Attorneys work closely together in a team-oriented setting while maintaining significant autonomy in managing their cases. The Employment Attorney will play a key role handling employment litigation matters from case evaluation through resolution or trial. This Employment Attorney position offers the opportunity to work on compelling employment disputes while mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to the firm’s continued growth. Employment Attorney Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage plaintiff-side employment litigation matters from intake through trial.</li><li>Conduct depositions, including plaintiff, defendant, and key witness examinations.</li><li>Draft and argue motions including dispositive motions and motions for summary judgment.</li><li>Develop litigation strategy and oversee discovery, including written discovery and document production.</li><li>Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel regarding case developments.</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff on assigned matters.</li><li>Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial.</li></ul> Perks:<ul><li>Trial-focused plaintiff litigation practice with compelling employment matters.</li><li>Collaborative team environment with attorneys who regularly work together on cases.</li><li>Opportunity for meaningful professional development and financial growth.</li></ul>Salary: $185k-$250k (DOE) + bonus Benefits:Full benefits. 100% paid medical benefits. TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z