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86 results for Litigation Attorney in Lake Forest, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 160000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Are you looking to transition out of personal injury or insurance defense and get into more sophisticated litigation? Our client is looking for a REMOTE California-barred attorney to join its complex fraud litigation practice! </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Role:</u></strong></p><ul><li>The associate will work with a team of 2 partners, 1 other associate, and at least 1 paralegal.</li><li>The team usually handles anywhere from 2 to 4 cases at any given time.</li><li>The associate will get to know the entire case, as it is a team approach, and will handle research, law & motion, depositions, and trial preparation.</li><li>Yearly Billable Requirement: 1850 hours</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Work 100% remote anywhere in California</li><li>Opportunity for growth </li><li>Firm invests in the attorneys and regularly has trainings like deposition trainings and 1:1 writing coach sessions</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits:</u></strong></p><ul><li>100% firm-paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term and short-term disability</li><li>401 (k) with up to a 4% match</li><li>Unlimited vacation</li><li>Paid sick days</li><li>15 paid holidays</li><li>Paid CA bar dues and MCLEs</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Complex Litigation Attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Orange County, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
- <p>A respected Irvine-based law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Legal File Clerk for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and interested in working in a professional legal environment. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff with file management, document organization, and general administrative duties. Previous law firm experience is preferred but not required for candidates with strong organizational and administrative skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Organize, maintain, and update physical and electronic legal case files</li><li>File, scan, copy, and process legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure documents are properly labeled and stored</li><li>Assist with opening, closing, and maintaining client matter files</li><li>Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail</li><li>Retrieve and organize documents for attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff</li><li>Assist with document preparation, printing, binding, and copying</li><li>Maintain electronic document management systems and update case information as needed</li><li>Ensure confidential client information and legal documents are handled appropriately</li><li>Provide general administrative and clerical support to the legal team as needed</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential</li><li>Flexible on-site or hybrid work arrangement</li><li>Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a legal environment</li><li>Collaborative and supportive law firm culture</li><li>Great opportunity for someone looking to grow within the legal industry</li><li>Hands-on exposure to litigation files and legal operations</li><li>Stable Irvine-based firm with opportunities for professional development</li><li>Compensation: $22–$30/hour, depending on experience.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Interested in learning more?</strong> Apply today! We would love to connect with organized and motivated candidates looking for their next opportunity in the legal field.</p>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Newport Beach, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>Full-Service, Friendly Firm Seeks Corporate Paralegal</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This established, full-service law firm has been part of the Southern California legal community for over three decades and is widely respected for its sophisticated work across multiple practice areas. The firm operates with a collaborative structure and supports a broad client base through offices in Southern California. The Corporate Paralegal position supports attorneys handling high-level transactional matters, with direct exposure to complex corporate work and long-term growth opportunities within a stable environment. <strong>No one leaves this firm!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Corporate Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Support attorneys with mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and transactional matters.</p><p>• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, agreements, and corporate records.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain entity formations, resolutions, and governance documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate deal closings, including managing checklists, signatures, and post-closing deliverables.</p><p>• Organize and maintain electronic files using document management systems.</p><p>• Assist with calendaring, deadlines, and compliance tracking in coordination with attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>• 40-hour workweek with flexibility on start time.</p><p>• Overtime is extremely rare.</p><p>• <strong>No billable hour requirement </strong>for this Corporate Paralegal role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• Lifestyle-focused firm with strong work-life balance.</p><p>• Exposure to sophisticated, high-end corporate and transactional matters.</p><p>• Long-tenured team with nearly nonexistent turnover.</p><p>• Firm growth has been consistent and sustainable, not reactive.</p><p>• We’ve placed multiple attorneys and support staff with this firm over several years — the majority remain there and speak highly of the culture and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>• $100,000 - $120,000 (Dependent on M&A experience)</p><p>• Additional bonus opportunities, including quarterly billable-hour bonuses and a discretionary year-end bonus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Medical plan options (Anthem or Kaiser), with a monthly employer contribution toward employee and dependent coverage.</p><p>• Dental coverage paid by the firm for the employee.</p><p>• 401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing contribution.</p><p>• Paid time off beginning in the first year of employment.</p><p>• Paid sick time in accordance with firm policy.</p><p>• Annual performance reviews.</p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p>
- 2026-11-14T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
- <p>This is a remote opportunity listed as hybrid to encourage local (southern California) attorneys to apply. The firm is located in Irvine, but someone in Long Beach or Los Angeles could apply because this person won't be expected to work onsite other than rare trials. I have made successful placements here</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is proud to partner with one of California's premier insurance coverage firms. Located in Orange County, this is an opportunity for attorneys to work with a stable group of attorneys who provide insurance coverage counseling and represent insurers accused of insurance bad faith. This is an opportunity for an attorney to help shape law because the firm takes on novel, intellectually stimulating cases that go to appeal!</p><p><br></p><p>This is an associate role defending complex civil litigation cases and representing matters pending in state and federal courts throughout California.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>The firm does not want any person, associate or partner, handling their own case A-Z. There are two attorneys per file.</li><li>This attorney will begin working with partners on about fifteen cases. As this attorney grows with the firm and in experience, they will drive more of the case forward.</li><li>Responsible for discovery including depositions, motion practice, court appearances, trial preparation and coverage analysis.</li><li>There is a lot of law and motion – many MSJ, appeals, etc. Somebody with experience in a heavy writing role is crucial.</li><li>The firm goes to trial, with some years heavier than others. 2022 had five trials, 2023 had one or two. Some years have none. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation, Benefits, Other Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Compensation ranges from 140,000 to 170,000 per year.</li><li>1600 hours billable requirement + every hour is paid $145/hour.</li><li>Discretionary annual bonus in addition to billing bonus listed above.</li><li>Medical coverage for employee (no dental or vision).</li><li>Unlimited PTO - everyone in the firm takes multiple vacations per year.</li><li>401k/profit sharing</li></ul>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Glendale, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 95000 - 97000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>In House Legal Team Seeks Real Estate Paralegal</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>In House Legal Team is seeking a <strong>Real Estate Paralegal</strong> to join its team in Glendale. </p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has worked with this organization for more than 10 years. The organization offers a mission-driven environment, strong long-term stability, annual merit increases, and an exceptional retirement and benefits package.</p><p>This is a <strong>100% onsite position in Glendale</strong> with consistent 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. hours. The Transfer Paralegal will work 40 hours per week.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Meet with clients in person, by telephone, and via email to facilitate transfers of real property-related ownership interests.</li><li>Gather detailed legal and family information necessary to initiate ownership transfers.</li><li>Gather information and prepare legal documentation, including name changes, affidavits, transfer agreements, and certifications.</li><li>Obtain and verify notarized signatures required to complete transfers.</li><li>Review documents including living wills, trust certifications, trusts, powers of attorney, and certified court orders before forwarding completed documentation for attorney review.</li></ul><p>The <strong>Real Estate Paralegal</strong> will report directly to the department supervisor and should be comfortable balancing detailed legal/document review with significant client interaction.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation and Benefits:</strong></p><p>The position pays <strong>$40-47/hour</strong>, depending on experience and qualifications.</p><p>The organization offers annual merit increases, with the first merit-based increase available after six months, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>Employer-paid long-term disability insurance</li><li>Employer-paid life insurance</li><li>Supplemental life insurance options</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>Employer-funded cash balance retirement plan</li><li>401(k) plan with employer matching</li><li>Paid vacation accruing up to 15 days per year</li><li>10 paid holidays, including two floating holidays</li><li>Paid absence plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement of up to $5K per year for eligible full-time employees</li><li>Annual merit increases</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>
- 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
- Manhattan Beach, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A well-known top plaintiff trial firm is seeking a paralegal with 5+ years of experience in civil litigation. This paralegal will be working with 2 attorneys who handle plaintiff personal injury matters.</p><p> </p><p><strong>My team has placed 2 paralegals and 1 legal assistant with this firm!! The role is onsite for the first 3 months, and then the paralegal will work 3 days onsite and 2 days from home.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This paralegal <strong><u>must</u></strong> have plaintiff personal injury experience. The ideal paralegal will have experience propounding and responding to discovery, legal research, trial preparation, and assisting attorneys during trial.</p><p> </p><p>The firm is offering this paralegal a fantastic compensation package that includes 100% firm-paid benefits (medical/dental/vision) for the employee AND pays the majority of the premium for dependents, 401k with matching, paid parking, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Laguna Hills, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>Litigation Attorney – Insurance Defense | Remote (SoCal Appearances Required)</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm:</strong></p><p>This growing litigation firm focuses on defending catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, uninsured motorist, pre-litigation, and punitive damages matters. The team offers a collaborative environment with strong mentorship, substantial litigation exposure, and clear opportunities for long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>Interested in handling high-exposure litigation and gaining meaningful courtroom experience? This role is ideal for an attorney who genuinely enjoys litigating and wants hands-on involvement in complex insurance defense matters from inception through trial.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle court appearances in insurance defense matters throughout Southern California</li><li>Review medical records, claim files, and litigation documents</li><li>Interview clients, witnesses, and insureds regarding case facts and litigation strategy</li><li>Draft and argue motions, including substantive law & motion work</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare case evaluations and analysis</li><li>Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and second chair trials approximately 5–7 times annually</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks of the Firm:</strong></p><ul><li>Remote flexibility</li><li>Encouraging and collaborative work environment</li><li>Strong mentorship and training</li><li>Good mix of junior and senior attorneys for support and growth</li><li>Rapidly growing firm with advancement opportunities</li><li>Substantial support staff, including eight paralegals</li></ul>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 290000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>Contracts Counsel: Public Company</u></strong></p><p>A stable, national healthcare services organization is seeking a Senior Counsel – Customer Contracts to join its established legal team.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced <strong><u>Contracts Counsel,</u></strong> who enjoys sophisticated customer negotiations and variety rather than a high-volume contract mill environment. The <strong><u>Contracts Counsel</u></strong> will work closely with a professional, highly tenured legal team and business stakeholders across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>We have worked extensively with this legal department and have placed multiple corporate legal professionals with the team. The group has exceptional retention, with several placements remaining with the company for many years, including one for more than a decade.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Contracts Counsel Responsibilities</u>:</p><ul><li>Review, draft and negotiate sophisticated healthcare-related customer contracts.</li><li>Lead direct contract negotiations with customers, including large enterprise organizations, healthcare companies, insurance organizations and governmental entities.</li><li>Review and negotiate agreements primarily using customer-provided contract forms.</li><li>Advise internal stakeholders regarding contractual risk, liability exposure, compliance requirements and business considerations.</li><li>Review and negotiate data protection addenda (DPAs), information-security provisions, business associate agreements (BAAs), confidentiality agreements and AI-related contractual terms.</li></ul><p><u>REMOTE</u>:</p><p>This <strong><u>Contracts Counsel</u></strong> position is mostly remote. Legal team meets quarterly in Southern California for 2-3 days. Travel will be covered.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Perks</u>:</p><ul><li>Sophisticated, low volume, highly complex agreements (not a contract mill).</li><li>Sophisticated contract work involving privacy, compliance, and AI-related issues.</li><li>We have successfully placed multiple legal professionals within the legal department. Several approaching 10 year mark!</li><li>Work-life balance position + stability!</li></ul><p><u>Salary</u>: $225,000 - $275,000 base salary (DOE) + annual bonus.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Benefits</u>:</p><ul><li>Full m/d/v packages</li><li>401(k) with employer matching contribution.</li><li>Vacation + sick + holidays + floating holidays.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A thriving high-end, full-service, mid-sized firm seeks a Paralegal to join its Trusts & Estates department!</p><p><br></p><p>This Trusts & Estates Paralegal will communicate with clients, prepare estate and gift tax returns, and draft various trust administration documents.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This Paralegal must live in and be able to commute to Irvine, CA.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include medical, life insurance, FSA, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting trusts & estates paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 145000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A thriving business and real estate law firm is seeking an HOA Transactional Attorney to join its team! The firm has a supportive, collaborative environment and offers a path to partnership. The firm encourages work-life balance and supports its attorneys in getting involved with extracurricular activities. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The firm is very flexible, and this HOA Attorney will work 100% remotely! I have placed an attorney and a paralegal with this firm, and both have been there for 3+ years!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The ideal Attorney will have:</p><ul><li>2+ years of HOA experience</li><li>JD from an ABA-accredited law school</li><li>CA Bar license</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This Attorney will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Client interaction</li><li>General corporate governance – reviewing and interpreting documents and providing guidance</li><li>Drafting policies, rules, and new sets of CC&Rs</li><li>Contract review and negotiation</li><li>Architectural guidelines</li></ul><p> </p><p>The firm is offering this HOA Transactional Attorney a fantastic compensation package:</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision</li><li>401k</li><li>PTO</li><li>Sick Days</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Paid Bar Dues and MCLE credits</li><li>Annual discretionary bonus</li></ul><p> </p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting transactional attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Patent Agent to join a growing legal team in Los Angeles, DC, or remote, supporting innovative clients across advanced technology sectors. This opportunity is well suited for a patent agent who is ready to manage prosecution matters in complex intellectual property. We have placed happy patent professionals at this firm!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead patent prosecution matters from initial strategy through filing and follow-up actions before the USPTO.</p><p>• Prepare and submit patent applications, office action responses, appeal briefs, and other prosecution documents with strong technical and legal analysis.</p><p>• Conduct examiner interviews and communicate effectively with the USPTO to advance client matters toward allowance.</p><p>• Present arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board when appeals are required.</p><p>• Manage individual docketed matters and serve as a primary contact for assigned cases while coordinating with attorneys and internal support resources.</p><p>• Advise on patent portfolio development by aligning prosecution strategy with client technologies and business objectives.</p><p>• Perform patentability assessments and related research to support drafting and prosecution decisions.</p><p>• Contribute to matters involving emerging technologies such as software, machine learning, AR/VR, and other innovation-driven fields.</p>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z