<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Attorney to join our amazing client in San Diego, California, on a Contract to permanent basis. This role requires a motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong litigation skills and a keen ability to manage cases effectively from initial filings through trial preparation. The ideal candidate will excel in legal research, written advocacy, and collaboration with senior attorneys to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, review, and revise various litigation documents, including motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research and craft compelling briefs and motions.</p><p>• Prepare for trials by developing strategies, organizing exhibits, and coordinating witness testimonies.</p><p>• Participate in depositions, including witness preparation and cross-examinations.</p><p>• Manage discovery processes by drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.</p><p>• Evaluate case files, analyze legal options, and provide strategic recommendations to clients and the litigation team.</p><p>• Assist in planning for diverse litigation outcomes, such as settlement negotiations, mediation, or trial.</p><p><br></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>Robert Half is proud to partner with one of Riverside's most well-established, respected law firms that is looking to bring on an experienced Senior Attorney to join its team. The firm specializes in civil litigation, primarily focusing on public entity defense cases that range from employment discrimination and medical malpractice to constitutional law claims and jail-related lawsuits. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile federal cases and contribute to impactful legal matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage civil litigation cases from inception through trial, including overseeing all phases of case progression.</p><p>• Conduct discovery processes, including depositions of experts and plaintiffs.</p><p>• Draft and argue motions, including motions for summary judgment, while preparing complex legal briefs.</p><p>• Represent clients in court appearances and hearings with professionalism and precision.</p><p>• Prepare and file pleadings in alignment with case requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, and witnesses to ensure effective communication and case strategy.</p><p>• Meet billable hour requirements of 1,920 annually, averaging 160 per month.</p><p>• Provide detailed case analysis and legal strategy recommendations to clients and partners.</p>
<p>An established Orange County law firm specializing in <strong>trusts & estates and family law</strong> is seeking a <strong>Litigation Attorney</strong> to join their team. This Litigation Attorney opportunity is onsite in Orange County, CA. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm:</strong></p><p> This firm is well-respected in the community and provides a supportive environment with a steady flow of sophisticated matters in both trusts/estates and family law.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Highlights:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle a diverse caseload of <strong>trusts & estates disputes, will contests, conservatorships, and family law litigation</strong></li><li>Appear in court for hearings, motions, and trials</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements</li><li>Collaborate with partners and clients to deliver effective, compassionate advocacy</li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation and benefits</li><li>Established caseload with opportunity for growth</li><li>Collegial, professional work environment</li></ul><p>If you are an experienced litigator seeking to expand your practice in a thriving Orange County firm, this is an excellent opportunity. </p><p><br></p><p>To apply, submit your resume to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com > </p>
<p>A well-respected regional law firm specializing in professional malpractice defense (architecture/engineering), premises liability, and slip-and-fall defense for hotels is seeking a talented Defense Litigation Attorney to join its growing team in Irvine Spectrum. This firm is recognized for providing high-quality legal services, strong associate mentorship programs, and an opportunity to work from its state-of-the-art brand-new office.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Firm:</p><p>This <strong>regional law firm</strong> has carved its reputation by defending clients in high-stakes cases involving <strong>architectural and engineering malpractice</strong>, <strong>premises liability claims</strong>, and <strong>slip-and-fall incidents</strong> for prestigious hotel chains. </p><p><br></p><p>Associate Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Conduct detailed <strong>legal research</strong> and draft comprehensive documents, including <strong>pleadings, motions, and briefs</strong>.</li><li>Review and prepare <strong>contracts</strong> and <strong>agreements</strong> to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Negotiate settlements with opposing parties to secure <strong>favorable outcomes</strong> for clients.</li><li>Collaborate with other <strong>attorneys</strong> and staff to develop strategies and execute litigation plans.</li><li>Represent clients in <strong>court hearings</strong>, <strong>trials</strong>, and <strong>mediation sessions</strong> as required.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Perks and Benefits:</p><ul><li>Opportunity to be part of a <strong>collaborative team</strong> with <strong>heavy mentorship/training</strong> provided to help you grow professionally.</li><li>Access to a modern, <strong>brand-new office</strong> workspace in the <strong>prime Irvine Spectrum location.</strong></li><li><strong>Bonus opportunities</strong> available.</li><li>Comprehensive <strong>benefits package</strong>, including medical, dental, vision, and participation in <strong>401(k)</strong> plans.</li></ul><p><br></p><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><strong>Prestigious defense firm with multiple offices</strong> seeks a Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join their GROWING team! This firm boasts 70+ trial attorneys across the US. We have placed people here who are happy!</p><p><br></p><p>The Litigation Attorney will be responsible for legal research, case management, motion drafting, depositions and appearances with an annual billing requirement of 1850. The firm is offering the litigation attorney a collaborative environment with excellent mentorship!</p><p><br></p><p>This Litigation Attorney role offers remote flexibility, a comprehensive benefits package including 100% firm paid benefits, 401K and vacation time, and paid bar dues.</p><p> </p><p>If you ready to grow your career and desire<strong><em> mentorship</em></strong> this is the opportunity for you!</p><p> </p><p>To apply, ONLY send resume to Vice President, Quidana Dove, at Quidana. Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p><p> </p><p>#SoCalRHL</p>
<p><strong><em>Financial Services Company Seeks Senior Attorney Focused on Broker-Dealer Compliance & FINRA Arbitrations</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p> A well-established financial services organization is seeking a <strong>Associate General Counsel – Broker-Dealer Regulatory Compliance</strong> to join its growing corporate legal department. This position will report directly to executive leadership and play a pivotal role advising key business units on a wide range of broker-dealer and investment advisory compliance issues. The firm has a reputation for internal promotion, work-life balance, and a collaborative, business-minded legal team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>100% remote in US</u></strong>: This is a true <strong>lifestyle attorney</strong> role—100% remote, capped at 40 hours per week, with sophisticated legal work in a supportive, non-law firm culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Counsel Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as day-to-day legal advisor to the broker-dealer and investment advisory platforms, focusing on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.</li><li>Respond to and manage FINRA arbitrations and regulatory inquiries, including overseeing document production and drafting responses in coordination with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Provide legal analysis and develop policies in response to regulatory developments.</li><li>Manage and mentor a team of attorneys focused on regulatory oversight and governance.</li><li>Interface regularly with Compliance and Risk departments to ensure enterprise-wide adherence to securities regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p><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>We are looking for an experienced In-House Contracts Counsel to join our team in Laguna Hills, California. This role involves drafting, redlining, and negotiating a wide range of legal agreements and contracts independently - 5 years of contracts experience is required. </p><p><br></p><p>This In-House Contracts Counsel will require having a proactive approach and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in contract negotiations and legal analysis to operate with minimal oversight. This is not an entry-level position. </p><p><br></p><p>The Contracts Counsel will draft, review, redline, and negotiate various types of contracts, including sales agreements, vendor contracts, software licenses, NDAs, real estate agreements, and research and development contracts. They will also conduct detailed business and risk analyses and leverage the contract management software, Agiloft, to streamline processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Personality Fit</u></strong>:</p><p>o Confidence to work independently. </p><p>o Friendly, collaborative, and someone who enjoys coming to work in-office. </p><p>o Someone who wants to work on contracts almost exclusively. </p><p>o Resourcefulness. “We are happy to answer questions, but want someone who is always trying to figure it out, coming like “this is what I’m thinking…” A self-starter mentality…”</p><p>o “If someone came in rigid, that might not work well here. Sometimes, we have to get creative and need to be flexible.”</p><p>o Someone who asks, “what can we do” not shut down ideas immediately saying “we can’t do that.”</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· In-house: no billable hours, limited overtime.</p><p>· Flexibility on start/end time.</p><p>· Collaborative, collegial culture. “If someone has no sense of humor, they won’t be a great fit here!”</p><p><br></p><p>Pay is contingent upon experience. This role requires being in Dana Point 3x/week (including Monday).</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>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic mid-sized law firm that is opening a new <strong>Berkeley office</strong> to expand the growing practice. As part of this exciting growth, the firm is seeking <strong>two Paralegals</strong> to join its expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a collaborative legal environment while growing your skills in consumer law.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Support attorneys with case preparation, discovery, and trial readiness.</li><li>Draft and proof legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence.</li><li>Manage case files, deadlines, and document production.</li><li>Conduct legal and factual research related to lemon law matters.</li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, and internal team members.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A trendy, growing, education-based plaintiff personal injury firm is seeking an experienced Spanish-speaking intake legal assistant to join their growing team.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Prior personal injury intake experience is a must-have. Please do not apply without it. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>Will be responsible for intake only, not comprehensive case management.</p><p>o About 4.5 hour of phone time per day.</p><p>o 50 outbound calls per day, sometimes the same person, just trying different phone numbers/area codes.</p><p>o AI helps with outbound dialing.</p><p>o Filling out forms with clients.</p><p>o Screening clients to make sure they are a good fit (discussing the injury, assessing the potential case).</p><p>o Sending out e-retainers</p><p>o Once the retainer is signed, it’s done – they don’t set up treatment or handle client throughout.</p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><p>· <u>Hours</u>: Ideally 10am-7pm but not set on that (intake hours are 7am to 9pm). One Saturday every 6 weeks; you’ll know far in advance. And day off during the week because of that.</p><p>· <u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</p><p>o Nobody from a low-volume shop</p><p>o Nobody who wants to be a paralegal; this is an intake role</p><p>o Someone comfortable being on the phone</p><p>o Someone who understands the necessity of building rapport with clients, understanding the injury, sassing out the case.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· “We take our time training, we want people to be here for a long time!” – Managing Partner</p><p>· They have a suite at the Honda Center and regularly go watch the Ducks play. People hang out outside of work!</p><p>· Lunches as a team most weeks, whether it’s a potluck, lunch & learn, catered, etc.</p><p>· Trendy office: cool mood lighting, multiple bars, lots of plants, meditation/rest room with blankets to take naps on your break, fancy espresso machine, and dogs welcome (they stay in their attorney’s offices generally, though).</p><p>· Casual office dress, most people wear jeans. They believe people should be comfortable at work.</p><p>· This role is not just a cog in a machine. “Intake is the gas line that makes everything go!”</p><p>· Unlike some plaintiff PI firms, “our approach is educational based. We say, here is what an attorney can do for you, here’s how we can help: with PT, doctors, insurance etc.” – Managing Partner</p>
<p>One of RHL's long-time clients, a boutique real estate litigation firm in downtown San Diego with a 37.5 hour work week, is seeking a <strong>Litigation Assistant </strong>to join the team and provide essential administrative support to our attorneys. This role requires proficiency in eFiling, court calendaring, document formatting, and discovery management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>eFile pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with state and federal courts.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date court calendars and trial deadlines.</li><li>Format and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.</li><li>Manage and organize electronic and physical case files.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and service of discovery requests and responses.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule depositions.</li></ul>
