<p>One of Robert Half Legal's best clients - the legal department in a Fortune 50 company's subsidiary - is seeking an <strong>in-house employment law counsel, focused on labor & employment law compliance.</strong> This role is transactional in nature, but a litigation background is helpful. For now, the position requires being <strong>onsite daily in Irvine</strong> (near airport).</p><p><br></p><p>This counsel will be responsible for identifying employment & labor law issues, bringing them to resolution, and managing the fix (in conjunction with different internal teams & occasionally outside counsel). <em>Pay is contingent upon years of experience doing this independently</em>, but the company is targeting 2-8 (no more, no less).</p><p><br></p><p><u>Perks of Company</u>:</p><ul><li>I have placed 6/9 people in the legal department. All are still there, happy, and thriving!</li><li>“This team is so good about picking up slack, and nobody says, ‘this isn’t my job.’ They just get it done! That has made for such a good culture. That’s what we want to continue to cultivate. The team we’ve built is 100% the best part of my job.” – AGC</li><li>This company is a subsidiary of a multi-billion, Fortune 50 company. They have the resources of a big company with the benefits of a smaller company (autonomy, not much bureaucracy, autonomy).</li><li>Lots of ownership and growth. For someone who is a go-getter, this is a great place to be!</li><li>Free gym membership (you get 9 options of local gyms!).</li><li>Cell phone and laptop provided by company (for company work, even though it’s 100% in office)</li><li>The GC is young, kind and has high standards of excellence. The AGC is similar, down to earth and trusting. “We are very proud of the teams we are building. The culture is a thing we take very seriously!”</li><li>Company is rolling out some aggressive ESG goals (100% landfill waste elimination by 2030)</li></ul>
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A well-established financial services organization is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its in-house legal department. This position will support a collaborative team of attorneys and legal professionals handling litigation, arbitration, claims, and regulatory matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation paralegal interested in transitioning from a law firm environment into an in-house legal role while gaining exposure to arbitration matters and corporate legal operations.</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p><p><strong>Work Arrangement:</strong> Fully onsite</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Consider This Role?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to move in-house and broaden legal experience</li><li>Exposure to arbitration matters and specialized dispute resolution processes</li><li>Collaborative legal team with approachable leadership and mentorship (RHL placed your would-be boss 3+ years ago!)</li><li>Stable organization with strong employee retention</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and other employee benefits</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Organize and maintain case files, legal records, calendars, and critical deadlines.</li><li>Review incoming claims and disputes, gather relevant documentation, and prepare factual summaries and chronologies.</li><li>Draft notices, correspondence, settlement-related documents, promissory notes, tender notices, and related legal documents.</li><li>Coordinate discovery efforts, including document collection, review, production tracking, and follow-up on outstanding requests.</li><li>Work closely with outside counsel by compiling client records and supporting documentation necessary for litigation and arbitration matters.</li><li>Partner with various internal departments to obtain records and information needed for legal matters.</li><li>Review and summarize pleadings, deposition transcripts, and other case materials.</li><li>Respond to subpoenas and assist with document retrieval and production.</li><li>Track assignments, monitor deadlines, and help keep matters progressing efficiently.</li><li>Assist with document management and records organization across multiple matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary is commensurate with experience and fluency with the tasks above, generally not to exceed <strong>$90,000.</strong></li><li>Potential discretionary bonus eligibility.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement savings plan with employer match, paid vacation, and additional paid time off.</li></ul>
<p><strong><u>Senior Counsel</u></strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Irvine, CA</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $200,000 - $220,000 + discretionary bonus</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> 5 days onsite</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>A growing technology-focused company is seeking a Senior Counsel to join its legal team. This role will primarily focus on commercial contracts, with additional responsibility for technology, privacy, regulatory, and operational legal matters.</p><p>The Senior Counsel will report directly to the General Counsel and work closely with cross-functional business teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts from start to finish.</li><li>Handle SaaS, technology, vendor, data, licensing, confidentiality, and customer agreements.</li><li>Support enterprise customer agreements, strategic partnerships, reseller relationships, and data licensing arrangements.</li><li>Advise Product, Technology, Information Security, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Executive teams on legal and business matters.</li><li>Support privacy, data security, regulatory compliance, consumer financial services, AI, and technology matters.</li><li>Provide legal support for product launches, partnerships, and other strategic initiatives.</li><li>Assist with corporate governance and coordinate with outside counsel on specialized legal matters.</li><li>Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, clause libraries, and approval workflows.</li><li>Help optimize contract lifecycle management and AI-enabled legal technology.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><p>Base Salary: $200,000 - $220,000</p><p>Bonus: Discretionary</p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid parking</li><li>Vacation</li><li>Sick time</li><li>Paid holidays</li></ul>
<p>A high-end 20+ attorney firm in Irvine seeks an Attorney with 1+ years of Estate Planning experience to join the firm's Estate Planning group!</p><p><br></p><p>This estate planning attorney will start primarily drafting trusts, wills, POAs, healthcare directives, and asset transfer documents, with a yearly billable requirement of 1800 hours.</p><p><br></p><p>This Attorney will have multiple ways to earn bonuses, and the firm provides a comprehensive benefits package.</p><ul><li><strong><u>Benefits: </u></strong>100% firm-paid medical for employee (1/3 covered for dependents!), medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D, 401k, profit sharing, 3 weeks' vacation, 2 weeks sick time, paid holidays, paid bar dues & MCLEs.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>This Attorney must be licensed in CA and have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
<p><strong><u>Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts</u></strong></p><p><strong>Remote | $150,000-$180,000 Base Salary</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A publicly traded company in the retail industry is seeking a <strong>Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts </strong>to join its collaborative in-house legal team. This <u>fully remote</u> position offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex commercial agreements while partnering closely with business leaders across a growing international organization. The role is ideal for a practical, business-minded attorney who enjoys negotiating deals, solving problems, and serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Licensed attorneys in any U.S. jurisdiction are encouraged to apply.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Negotiate, draft, review, and redline a broad range of commercial agreements</li><li>Manage contracts through the full lifecycle, from intake through execution</li><li>Handle agreements including MSAs, SOWs, SaaS agreements, data protection addenda, procurement agreements, and sales contracts</li><li>Partner with business stakeholders to balance legal risk with commercial objectives</li><li>Advise internal teams on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and compliance matters</li><li>Utilize contract lifecycle management tools and contract playbooks to streamline negotiations</li><li>Leverage legal technology and AI tools to support efficiency and scalability</li><li>Assist with special projects and gain exposure to areas such as privacy, data protection, M&A, and other strategic legal initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>100% remote with no expectation of coming into an office.</li><li>Family-friendly culture with a leadership team that values work-life balance.</li><li>Flexible schedule focused on results rather than hours, with autonomy to manage your day.</li><li>Stable, long-tenured legal team with very low turnover.</li><li>Strong relationships within the legal department and across the business.</li><li>Forward-thinking organization at the forefront of AI adoption, including recent investment in AI leadership.</li><li>Clear track record of internal promotion and career growth.</li><li>Opportunity to gain exposure to privacy, M&A, and other areas of interest.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary: $150,000-$180,000</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li></ul>
<p>Are you passionate about fighting for fairness in the workplace? Do you want to <strong>make a real impact</strong> in people’s lives while building a rewarding legal career? A well-established <strong>plaintiff employment law firm in Orange County</strong> is seeking an <strong>Entry-level Litigation Attorney</strong> to join their growing team.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not just another litigation role — it’s a chance to be <strong>mentored by experienced trial attorneys</strong>, gain <strong>hands-on courtroom exposure</strong>, and do meaningful work advocating for employees facing discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes.</p><p><br></p><p>We’ve placed attorneys and staff here before, and they’ve told us this firm is a place where you can <strong>learn, grow, and actually enjoy coming to work</strong>. The culture is supportive, collaborative, and focused on helping every team member succeed.</p><p><br></p><p>Why This Opportunity Stands Out:</p><ul><li><strong>Real impact</strong>: Work on cases that directly improve clients’ lives.</li><li><strong>Career growth</strong>: Mentorship from seasoned litigators and the chance to build trial skills early.</li><li><strong>Positive culture</strong>: A friendly, close-knit team where attorneys and staff are genuinely happy.</li><li><strong>Hands-on experience</strong>: From discovery to hearings and mediations, you’ll be in the action.</li></ul><p>What You’ll Do:</p><ul><li>Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses</li><li>Conduct legal research and support case strategy</li><li>Interact with clients and opposing counsel</li><li>Participate in hearings, depositions, and mediations</li><li>Support trial teams and take on increasing responsibility as you grow</li></ul><p>What We’re Looking For:</p><ul><li>1–3 years of litigation experience (employment law a plus, but not required)</li><li>California Bar admission in good standing</li><li>Strong writing and research skills</li><li>Passion for employee rights and justice</li><li>A team-oriented mindset and eagerness to learn</li></ul><p>What You’ll Get:</p><ul><li>Competitive salary and full benefits package</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>Mentorship and trial exposure uncommon at the junior level</li><li>A firm culture that values your voice and contributions</li></ul><p>If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want to <strong>be part of a mission-driven practice</strong> while building a strong foundation for your litigation career — this is the opportunity for you.</p><p><br></p><p>📩 <strong>Apply today with your resume in confidence and take the first step toward a more meaningful legal career to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com></strong></p>
<p>A small family law practice in downtown San Diego is expanding, due to an influx in work. "I am trying to maintain this boutique atmosphere where my clients get personalized attention. "Anytime you get above 30, people start feeling like a number, not someone you are actually trying to help,” the partner lamented. Robert Half Legal is helping grow the practice while maintaining quality representation the firm is known for.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>· Will be responsible for:</p><p>o 15-25 family law cases. 20 is average. Taking cases from beginning to end.</p><p>o Weekly court appearances.</p><p>o Some law & motion, briefs.</p><p>o All types of cases: DV, dissolutions, support, custody – no adoption.</p><p>· Billables: 110 target. 130 billable hours/month = bonuses. Current associate averaged 130/month. “I want my employees to earn those bonuses.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><p>· <u>Hours</u>: Flexible, starting anytime between 7am-9am. Some people come in at 7am and leave by 2pm.</p><p>· <u>Work Plan</u>: 3 days in office, 2 days from home. The main partner is in the office from 9am-3pm. That’s fine. “I want them to learn by osmosis.”</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· Work-life balance: low volume, flexible hours, hybrid schedule. “Outside of work, you don’t have to worry about work on weekends. You are not expected to reply to clients on the weekends.”</p><p>· Opportunity to shine! “You’re given the opportunity to manage your own cases.”</p><p>· Lucrative bonus structure, paid out monthly (during trial, monthly bonuses can be $10K).</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Compensation</u></strong>:</p><p>· Salary: $180,000 and $225,000, DOE</p><p>· Bonus: multiple ways to bonus, due to billables, referrals, and firm performance (paid out monthly! </p><p>o Healthcare: A silver level plan is available that the firm covers (employee only). Beyond that, is employee pays difference.</p><p>o 401K: 3% SIMPLE IRA match</p><p>o PTO: unlimited (assuming billable hours are met) + 10 holidays</p><p>o Other: CA bar fees, CLEs, SD Family Law Association Fee covered</p>
<p><strong><u>Family Law Attorney - 50% on site, 50% remote</u></strong></p><p>A respected boutique family law firm located in downtown San Diego is seeking an experienced <strong>Family Law Attorney (5+ years)</strong> to join its growing practice. The firm is known for providing compassionate, strategic counsel and delivering exceptional client outcomes across all aspects of family law - from complex dissolutions to custody disputes and premarital planning.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for a Family Law Attorney who enjoys hands-on case management and client interaction within a collaborative, high-caliber team. The role offers <strong>a hybrid schedule (50% on-site, 50% remote)</strong> and the chance to take ownership of a diverse caseload.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cases from initial consultation through resolution or trial.</li><li>Handle all aspects of discovery, depositions, mediation, and motion practice.</li><li>Draft pleadings, declarations, and settlement agreements.</li><li>Appear in court regularly for hearings, conferences, and trials.</li><li>Provide strategic guidance and empathetic support to clients navigating sensitive family matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.</li><li>Bonus potential tied to performance and billable hours.</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (downtown office + remote flexibility).</li><li>Comprehensive benefits including health, and 401(k) with match.</li><li>Unlimited PTO</li></ul>
<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>
We are looking for an experienced Business Immigration Associate Attorney to join a high-volume legal practice. This contract-to-permanent position is suited for a lawyer who is confident handling employment-based immigration matters in a fast-moving, writing-focused environment. The attorney in this role will work closely with clients and internal teams to develop effective case strategies, prepare strong filings, and deliver responsive legal support throughout the matter lifecycle.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee a substantial portfolio of employment-based immigration cases from initial evaluation through final filing and follow-up.<br>• Prepare, revise, and submit a range of immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions, applications, and supporting materials with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Write compelling legal analyses, attorney support letters, and other case documentation tailored to each matter.<br>• Determine eligibility for employment-based immigration options and recommend practical approaches based on case-specific facts.<br>• Advise corporate clients and employees on strategy, procedural steps, and filing progress in a clear and timely manner.<br>• Research immigration laws, regulations, and policy updates to address nuanced legal questions and strengthen case outcomes.<br>• Partner with colleagues to coordinate case preparation, maintain deadlines, and support efficient workflow across a busy practice.<br>• Contribute to immigration compliance efforts and broader program support initiatives as needed.<br>• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to team members when appropriate.
<p>We are looking for a litigation attorney with 3+ years of experience to join a reputable, 200+ attorney firm, serving hospitals and health plans. The healthcare team at this firm is woman run; it’s a combination of litigators and transactional lawyers. This position focuses on resolving complex disputes and advising clients on regulatory, operational, and contractual issues affecting care providers. The role offers a strong mix of counseling and dispute resolution work, with an emphasis on mediation and arbitration rather than frequent courtroom trials. <strong>This role can be remote, with a strong preference for candidates local to Southern California. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u>:</strong></p><p>• Represent healthcare clients in litigation-related matters with a primary emphasis on mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution proceedings.</p><p>• Counsel health plans, hospitals, and related organizations on healthcare regulations, compliance obligations, and day-to-day operational legal issues.</p><p>• Provide legal guidance on reimbursement matters, including issues involving public healthcare programs and managed care arrangements.</p><p>• Advise clients on health information privacy and security requirements and support risk management efforts related to sensitive data.</p><p>• Assist with healthcare transactions, including merger and acquisition matters, by evaluating legal risks and supporting deal execution.</p><p>• Prepare motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other legal documents in support of active healthcare disputes.</p><p>• Maintain a practice consistent with an annual billable expectation of 1,850 hours, with eligible pro bono time counting toward that target.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><p>· Work-from-anywhere policy.</p><p>· Good community, despite being mostly remote. Every office has weekly lunches and regular practice group meetings.</p><p>· Employee resource groups for certain demographics / employees interested in certain topics.</p><p><br></p>
<p><strong><u>Business & Employment Attorney - Newport Beach </u></strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>A growing boutique litigation firm in Newport Beach is seeking a Business/Employment Litigation Attorney to join its team. The firm represents businesses, employers, property owners, developers, and high-net-worth individuals in complex civil disputes and offers attorneys the opportunity to take ownership of cases while working directly with clients and experienced litigators.</p><p> </p><p>The firm specializes in a range of practice areas including:</p><ul><li>Business and commercial litigation</li><li>Employment litigation and class actions</li><li>Breach of contract disputes</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Attorney Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft motions, pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents</li><li>Manage cases from inception through trial</li><li>Take and defend depositions</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts</li><li>Assist with case strategy, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ideal Backgrounds</strong></p><p>Employment Class Action Attorney</p><ul><li>3+ years of employment class action experience</li><li>Ability to manage matters from inception through settlement, including court approval processes</li></ul><p> </p><p>Business/Commercial Litigation Attorney</p><ul><li>2+ years of business, commercial, or employment litigation experience</li><li>Experience handling complex discovery and high-exposure matters</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters</li><li>Direct client interaction and meaningful case responsibility</li><li>Clear path for growth and advancement</li><li>Firm culture focused on quality work rather than excessive billable requirements</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary: $125,000-$200,000 DOE</li><li>Discretionary bonuses throughout the year and at end of year</li><li>Medical benefits (HMO and PPO options)</li><li>401(k) with employer match</li></ul>