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- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with one of the most established plaintiff trial firms in Los Angeles looking to add a skilled trial attorney to their growing team. This role is ideal for a lawyer who thrives in the courtroom, enjoys taking ownership of complex litigation, and works well in a close-knit team environment. The position offers meaningful trial exposure, regular collaboration with experienced attorneys, and the support of a stable firm with a long-standing reputation in injury litigation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead plaintiff-side litigation matters from initial case strategy through verdict or resolution, maintaining full ownership of deadlines, filings, and case progression.</p><p>• Prepare and argue motions, draft pleadings and briefs, and handle all phases of written discovery in support of active litigation matters.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, appear at hearings and trials in Los Angeles, and represent clients confidently in court proceedings.</p><p>• Manage a steady caseload while coordinating with firm leadership on case assignments, legal strategy, and priority matters.</p><p>• Supervise and delegate substantive work to entry-level attorneys and support staff while ensuring high-quality legal execution across each file.</p><p>• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, insurance representatives, and other parties to advance matters effectively and professionally.</p><p>• Use litigation and research platforms such as case management and legal research tools to support preparation, analysis, and case development.</p><p>• Participate in team collaboration and periodic in-office meetings to review progress, align on strategy, and maintain strong working relationships.</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Orange County, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 65 - 90 USD / Hourly
- <p>A respected Irvine-based law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented attorney with experience handling civil litigation matters from inception through resolution. The firm is open to candidates with experience in a variety of civil litigation practice areas, including business litigation, employment, insurance defense, real estate, construction, and general commercial disputes.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through settlement or trial</li><li>Draft, review, and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and settlement agreements</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural legal issues</li><li>Take and defend depositions and attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences</li><li>Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis and recommendations</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel</li><li>Negotiate settlements and work toward favorable resolutions for clients</li><li>Prepare witnesses, exhibits, and trial materials for litigation proceedings</li><li>Manage multiple cases while ensuring compliance with court deadlines, calendaring requirements, and filing procedures</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential</li><li>Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement</li><li>Opportunity to work on sophisticated and challenging litigation matters</li><li>Collaborative and team-oriented firm culture</li><li>Hands-on responsibility and direct client interaction</li><li>Opportunity to take ownership of cases and develop litigation strategies</li><li>Professional growth opportunities within an established Irvine-based law firm</li></ul><p>Interested in learning more? Apply today! We would love to connect with California-barred attorneys who are looking for their next civil litigation opportunity.</p>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 175000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is working with an exciting, growing plaintiff employment practice! <strong>These attorneys have gone to trial and won </strong>and want to bring someone fantastic into a winning team!</p><p>This is an opportunity for a skilled attorney with employment experience to manage single-plaintiff employment law cases from start to finish. This firm values autonomy and this attorney will be able to run their cases from start to finish, including trial experience.</p><p>If you are passionate about employment litigation and thrive in a supportive environment, this position could be a great fit for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Oversee all aspects of employment law cases, including single-plaintiff matters, from initial filing to trial.</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive discovery processes, including depositions and interrogatories.</p><p>• Draft and file motions, pleadings, and other legal documentation.</p><p>• Represent clients at court appearances and hearings.</p><p>• Collaborate with a dedicated support team, including paralegals and case managers, to ensure efficient case management.</p><p>• Prepare clients and witnesses for trial proceedings and depositions.</p><p>• Provide legal guidance and strategy to clients throughout the litigation process.</p><p>• Stay updated on employment law developments to deliver informed legal counsel.</p><p>• Manage deadlines and ensure compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Contribute to a collaborative and results-driven work environment.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>This is a fully remote position marked as "Hybrid" to encourage local, southern CA attorneys to apply. Qualified, CA-barred attorneys from out of state are also encouraged to apply if they can work CA hours.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a licensed attorney to join a burgeoning litigation practice focused on consumer automotive defense matters. The firm has offices in DTLA and Irvine for people who want to work hybrid, but the role is a primarily remote work arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>This attorney will provide meaningful involvement in active cases across state and federal courts. The position is well suited for someone who enjoys litigation and wants the opportunity to contribute in areas such as motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation within a collaborative, support-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Manage a caseload of consumer automotive defense matters, including cases involving lemon law, fraud, and related business claims.</p><p>• Handle substantive litigation tasks such as drafting pleadings, preparing motions, and developing persuasive written arguments for court filings.</p><p>• Oversee discovery strategy and execution, including written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation and participation.</p><p>• Appear for hearings, conferences, and other court proceedings as needed in state and federal venues.</p><p>• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and internal team members to keep matters moving efficiently.</p><p>• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to coordinate case activity while taking the lead on higher-level legal analysis and advocacy.</p><p>• Contribute to litigation planning based on individual strengths, with opportunities to emphasize trial work, deposition practice, or law and motion.</p><p>• Maintain accurate time records and meet the annual billable expectation associated with the role.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Associate attorney opportunity in downtown Los Angeles with Chambers-ranked firm! I have made multiple successful placements here; these placements have been driven by growth, and everyone has spoken about the fantastic environment!</p><p><br></p><p>An established, 30+ year law firm specializing in legal malpractice and professional liability is seeking a senior attorney for its expanding team. Robert Half has placed several people here because the firm has been growing and bringing in more work!</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hybrid on-site role based in downtown Los Angeles. This attorney will be expected to come into the office at least three to four days a week.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Associate Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>This person will work on legal malpractice, professional liability, and business litigation matters.</li><li>A-Z case management of cases from inception through trial. Typically, cases will have a partner and anywhere from 1-3 attorneys.</li><li>The attorney will be given the ability to have these clients become their own client.</li><li>Discovery, including depositions.</li><li>Law and motion.</li><li>Court appearances.</li><li>Pleadings.</li><li>Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.</li><li><u>Billable Hour Req: </u>1850 – this includes time where senior attorneys mentor associates, time spent on client development, business development, time spent doing CLEs. </li></ul><p><strong>Compensation, Benefits, Other Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary range, 140k to 180k.</li><li>Anything above 1850 is bonused out, paid 2x per year.</li><li>10% generation for what is collected on any client brought in – even if the attorney does not work on that matter.</li><li>Medical is covered 100% for the employee and immediate family, this kicks in first of the month after employment.</li><li>Dental and vision plans covered.</li><li>No formal PTO. </li><li>401k.</li><li>Paid parking in covered lot. </li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Westlake Village, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Associate attorney opportunity in in Westlake Village!! We successfully placed an attorney here in 2024 and the firm is growing!!!</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who has at least 2-3 of experience and can manage civil matters while contributing to a collaborative, growth-oriented team. The firm handles a diverse range of disputes and offers meaningful client contact, hands-on case responsibility, and a path for long-term career advancement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage cases from inception to trial, ensuring all legal matters are handled efficiently.</li><li>Conduct discovery, including depositions, to gather necessary information for cases.</li><li>Attend court appearances as needed to represent clients.</li><li>Draft and review pleadings and other legal documents.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel to maintain strong relationships and ensure client satisfaction.</li><li>Handle project-based work, especially for first-year attorneys.</li><li>Utilize case management software and other legal software to manage and track case progress.</li><li>Manage litigation matters, including civil litigation and employment litigation.</li><li>Draft and review contracts as part of transactional work.</li><li>Maintain a focus on client outcomes, ensuring the best possible results for each case.</li><li><strong><u>Billable Hours Req: 1800</u></strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 180000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A well-established midsize (30+ attorneys) defense firm is looking to add a <strong>Law & Motion Attorney</strong> to its growing team. The ideal Law & Motion Attorney candidate will have at least 5+ years of California civil litigation experience as a California-licensed attorney and strong writing skills.</p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will draft motions to strike, demurrers, and discovery motions, as well as occasionally drafting dispositive motions and pretrial motions. This Law & Motion Attorney will also argue the motions they drafted. The firm's yearly billable requirement is 1800 hours.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My team has placed 5 attorneys with this firm, and 3 are now partners. The firm also offers 100% remote work throughout California.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Attorneys are drawn to this firm for its collaborative culture, strong reputation, and commitment to work-life balance. For more than 30 years, the firm has represented well-known clients while maintaining an environment where attorneys can build long-term careers.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm offers medical benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parking, bar dues, MCLEs, and a <strong>defined billable bonus plan</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>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></p>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z