<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 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>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>We are looking for a Family Law Associate to join a busy practice in Irvine, supporting a steady stream of sophisticated family law matters. This position is ideal for an attorney who wants meaningful courtroom exposure, close mentorship on active cases, and the opportunity to build a strong reputation in family law. The role offers substantial hands-on responsibility across high-asset divorce and custody matters, with flexibility for limited hybrid work while maintaining a strong in-office presence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage a personal docket of approximately 12 to 15 family law matters, handling cases from initial filing through resolution.</p><p>• Represent clients in disputes involving divorce, child custody, and marital agreements, including prenuptial and postnuptial matters.</p><p>• Prepare, revise, and finalize pleadings, motions, and related filings using firm templates and technology-assisted drafting tools.</p><p>• Appear in court for hearings and case proceedings, including independently handling child custody evidentiary hearings when appropriate.</p><p>• Support trial preparation and serve as second chair during trial, working closely with senior counsel on litigation strategy and presentation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><p>· Partner does a lot of MCLEs and writes a lot of articles and publishes a podcast – she is well respected in the family law field.</p><p>· Your own gorgeous office on 11th floor with big windows.</p><p>· Firm orders lunch every Friday</p><p>· Competitive quarterly as opposed to year-end bonuses. “In recent memory, I haven’t NOT given someone a bonus.” - Partner</p><p>· You make half a million dollars in the next few years!</p><p>· Congenial group of associates that goes out to happy hour together. The partners cares about maintaining that culture. </p><p>· AI help: "“We have the best AI software available to software; they can be trained on that. The associate will edit motions drafted by AI, so much know the civil codes well enough to review that.” - Partner</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><p>· <u>Hybrid</u>: One day per week remote to start, with the opportunity to scale up to two after training.</p><p>· <u>Hours</u>: 140 hours/month is minimum, but the partners are not sticklers about this. 120/month can still get a bonus. Start time is 9am. One hour paid lunch.</p><p>· <u>Profile that would be a fit</u>: Someone who wants to grow and build a name for themselves in family law, not just collect a paycheck.</p>
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>
<p><strong><u>Multi-Office Law Firm Seeks Estate Planning Attorney: LOW BILLABLES</u></strong></p><p>The Estate Planning Attorney will work directly with clients on complex wealth transfer strategies, trust and estate planning matters, business succession planning, and related tax-sensitive issues. This Estate Planning Attorney position offers substantial client interaction, mentorship, and a clearly defined path toward partnership for attorneys seeking a long-term career home. <strong>PEOPLE LOVE THE WORK CULTURE--LOW BILLABLES, FRIENDLY GROUP WHERE PEOPLE HAVE FAMILIES & LIVES OUTSIDE OF WORK!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>• Meet directly with clients to develop and implement estate planning strategies.</p><p>• Draft revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents.</p><p>• Advise clients regarding wealth preservation, asset protection, and business succession planning matters.</p><p>• Draft corporate governance and related business entity documents.</p><p>• Review financial records and collaborate on tax-sensitive planning strategies.</p><p>• Assist clients with trust administration matters and post-death planning issues.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours: </strong>~1500 hours/year</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• Sophisticated estate planning matters involving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.</p><p>• Significant client contact and relationship-building opportunities.</p><p>• Formalized partnership track and attorney development program.</p><p>• Lifestyle-focused practice with manageable billable expectations.</p><p>• Established and highly respected firm with a strong reputation in the Southern California legal community.</p><p>• Exceptional culture with extremely low turnover.</p><p>• We have successfully placed more than 10 attorneys and legal professionals with this firm over the years, and nearly all remain with the organization today.</p><p>• Strong long-term growth potential for attorneys interested in developing a book of business and becoming a future partner.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>$150,000 - $225,000</p><p>• Quarterly billable-hour bonuses.</p><p>• Year-end discretionary bonus.</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Medical coverage with multiple plan options for families. Dental coverage for employees.</p><p>• 401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing contribution.</p><p>• PTO + SICK</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an attorney to join an established boutique defense firm in Irvine, California. This position offers the opportunity to manage a meaningful caseload focused on medical malpractice matters while working closely with an experienced legal team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage a docket of medical malpractice and administrative defense matters at various stages of litigation with a high degree of independence. Newly barred attorneys will be trained!</p><p>• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents to support case strategy and client representation.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and develop persuasive written arguments for contested issues, hearings, and motion practice.</p><p>• Appear at court hearings, argue motions, and represent clients effectively in related proceedings.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, coordinate discovery efforts, and maintain momentum on case progression.</p><p>• Handle matters involving board and licensing defense for healthcare providers, including administrative hearings when needed.</p><p>• Track billable work consistently and maintain timely, high-quality work product in accordance with firm expectations.</p><p>• Use the firm’s legal technology tools, including case management and time-entry systems, to organize files, monitor deadlines, and support efficient case handling.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to support an innovative AI and biotechnology company for about 10 hours/week. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for a California-barred attorney who can provide timely legal guidance with strong day-to-day responsiveness. The role focuses on commercial, data, privacy, and research-related matters while partnering with business leaders on strategic legal risk and operational decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate data access, data use, data sharing, and research collaboration agreements with hospitals, universities, and academic medical institutions.</p><p>• Prepare and revise vendor-facing contracts, including SaaS, cloud services, AI platform, consulting, and laboratory-related agreements.</p><p>• Support early-stage commercial initiatives by structuring pilot engagements and proof-of-concept arrangements that align with business and legal objectives.</p><p>• Develop and negotiate master service agreements, statements of work, and standard commercial contract templates as customer relationships expand.</p><p>• Advise executives on governance, privacy considerations, commercial exposure, and rights related to AI model training and data usage.</p><p>• Coordinate with and manage outside counsel when specialized support is required for complex legal matters.</p><p>• Provide employment-related legal support, including offer documentation and invention assignment agreements.</p><p>• Deliver prompt legal feedback and maintain consistent same-day communication with internal stakeholders through collaboration tools such as Slack.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to support a plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Irvine, California. This Long-term Contract position will manage a mix of pre-litigation and active litigation matters involving motor vehicle collisions, animal attack claims, construction-related injuries, and premises liability cases. The role calls for someone who is detail oriented and can move cases forward efficiently, prepare strong legal documents, and guide matters through discovery and motion practice with sound judgment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee a portfolio of personal injury matters from early case evaluation through resolution, handling both pre-suit and litigated files.<br>• Represent clients in claims arising from auto accidents, dog bites, construction incidents, and slip-and-fall injuries.<br>• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal filings that support case strategy and advocate effectively for clients.<br>• Conduct and manage discovery, including drafting written discovery, reviewing responses, and identifying key evidentiary issues.<br>• Assess liability, damages, and case value by analyzing records, facts, and applicable legal standards.<br>• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, insurance representatives, and other parties to advance matters toward settlement or trial readiness.<br>• Develop litigation strategies, track deadlines, and maintain progress across multiple matters in a fast-paced legal environment.
<p>We are looking for an experienced attorney to join a litigation practice serving clients in California. This role focuses on handling defense matters involving public entities and insurance-related claims, with a caseload that may include sensitive abuse matters, premises liability disputes, and personal injury cases. The position offers flexibility in work arrangement based on experience and provides the opportunity to work with a collaborative legal team that values autonomy and work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Attorneys will be able to work remote after settling in; attorneys experienced with public entity defense may be able to start remote if they are not local to Riverside. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a docket of civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution, balancing case volume based on complexity.</p><p>• Prepare and file legal pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court documents in support of defense strategies.</p><p>• Conduct all phases of discovery, including drafting written responses, propounding requests, and evaluating produced materials.</p><p>• Represent clients at hearings, depositions, and other litigation proceedings while advancing case strategy effectively.</p><p>• Coordinate trial preparation activities, including witness preparation, exhibit review, and development of case themes.</p><p>• Handle matters involving public entity defense, with a significant portion of the caseload related to abuse or assault allegations, along with premises and injury claims.</p><p>• Maintain accurate time entry and billing documentation to support case management and reporting expectations.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys, support staff, and paralegal support to move matters forward efficiently in a primarily remote or hybrid environment.</p><p>• Adapt to evolving office operations, including remote work arrangements during office renovation activities.</p>
<p>Robert Half is offering an exciting opportunity for an Attorney to join an established law firm in Irvine, California.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm has incredible stability and tenure, with many attorneys and staff having worked together for 10+ years! This is a full-service firm, and attorneys will be given an opportunity to touch on practice areas ranging from construction defect litigation, real estate litigation, business litigation, medical malpractice litigation, personal injury litigation, employment litigation, and transactional services.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role: </u></strong></p><ul><li>There is a mix of cases – people will work with partners across the state and work on different sorts of matters. Civil litigation and construction defect will be a large portion.</li><li>Initially, this attorney will be working more closely with a partner but the expectation is this associate will grow into doing more autonomous case management.</li><li>Writing – this will take some mentorship and the firm gives it.</li><li>Discovery, including depositions.</li><li>Law and motion.</li><li>Court appearances.</li><li>Pleadings.</li><li>Communicating and reporting up to with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.</li><li>Attending site inspections.</li><li><u>Billable Hour Req.</u> 1800 per year</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Great tenure with the firm/group of people – multiple attorneys with 10+ years, the firm administrator has been with these partners since 1999, the head of Northern CA has been with them for 11 years, a paralegal in Irvine has been with the firm for 25+ years.</li><li>Office lunch once a week with everyone!</li><li><strong>The firm pays 100% of benefits for the employee and dependents.</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Salary range up to 200k</li><li>Monthly bonus for hitting billable hours. Everything after 170 per month gets a $500 bonus,</li><li>Additional discretionary bonuses!</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision are covered 100% for the employee and family, these kick in 30 days after employment. </li><li>PTO / sick Days?</li><li>401k w/ safe harbor matching contribution up to 3%, paid semi-monthly</li><li>Life insurance </li></ul>
<p><strong>Remote Litigation Associate Attorney</strong></p><p>A national law firm with a well-established insurance and commercial litigation practice is seeking a <strong>Litigation Associate</strong> to join its growing team. This is a fully remote opportunity offering sophisticated litigation work, direct mentorship from firm leadership, and a clear path for long-term advancement.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>This role offers the chance to work closely with a senior partner on complex insurance coverage and litigation matters while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote environment. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, strong attorney retention, and commitment to professional development.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze insurance policies, claims materials, and related records to evaluate coverage issues and advise clients regarding risk and exposure.</li><li>Investigate factual and legal issues associated with coverage disputes and litigation matters.</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, pleadings, and other litigation filings.</li><li>Manage all phases of discovery, including written discovery and document review.</li><li>Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations, hearings, and court appearances.</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams.</li><li>Assist with developing and executing case strategy through resolution.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Fully-remote work environment</li><li>Unlimited PTO</li><li>Direct access to firm leadership and mentorship</li><li>National platform with diverse litigation practices</li><li>Collegial, low-ego culture with strong attorney tenure</li><li>Clear opportunities for advancement, including partnership-track potential</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary: <strong>$150,000 - $180,000</strong></li><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>401(k) with employer contribution and profit-sharing</li><li>Pet insurance</li></ul>
<p><strong><u>Boutique Bankruptcy Firm Seeks Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>A well-established bankruptcy and restructuring law firm is seeking a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney to join its team on a hybrid or fully remote basis. This firm focuses exclusively on bankruptcy and restructuring matters, handling sophisticated California and national matters for a diverse client base.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm concentrates on bankruptcy and restructuring work, with roughly 70% of its practice devoted to restructuring and 30% to commercial litigation. Within the bankruptcy practice, about half of the matters involve traditional bankruptcy work and half involve bankruptcy litigation.</p><p><br></p><p>This Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney role is open due to firm growth, not replacement, and offers meaningful responsibility, flexibility, and exposure to complex matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm & Position</strong>:</p><p>The firm is known for handling high-end restructuring and insolvency matters, including complex corporate bankruptcies and Chapter 11 reorganizations. Attorneys work on both California-based and national cases. The team is lean, experienced, and highly collaborative, with partners who remain actively involved in the work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Handle complex corporate bankruptcy matters and Chapter 11 reorganizations</li><li>Manage out-of-court workouts and assignments for the benefit of creditors</li><li>Handle commercial litigation related to insolvency matters</li><li>Work on liquidations, acquisitions, and insolvency-related transactions</li><li>Serve as lead or key attorney on sophisticated restructuring matters</li><li>Communicate clearly and consistently with team members in a remote or hybrid environment</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours</strong>: Most are billing 1800/year</p><p><br></p><p>Hybrid or REMOTE:</p><ul><li>Hybrid or fully remote options available</li><li>Some attorneys are located on the East Coast and in Washington</li><li>Two partners and support staff are onsite in Orange County, California</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks</strong>:</p><ul><li>High-end group handling interesting California and national cases</li><li>Real flexibility with remote work</li><li>Lean team with meaningful responsibility</li><li>Direct partner interaction and mentorship</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary</strong>: $185K–$300K (DOE)</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>
We are looking for an Attorney to join a legal team in San Diego, California on a Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career attorney who wants hands-on exposure to civil litigation while working closely with experienced legal professionals. The position offers a blend of courtroom support, legal writing, case analysis, and client communication in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist lead counsel with civil litigation matters by organizing case materials, preparing updates, and supporting day-to-day legal work<br>• Prepare a range of legal documents, including motions, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials, with careful attention to detail and court standards<br>• Handle routine court appearances when appropriate and contribute to trial readiness through document preparation, scheduling, and coordination<br>• Perform legal research on statutes, regulations, and case decisions to help inform legal arguments and recommendations<br>• Examine case records and supporting evidence to help shape litigation strategy and identify key issues<br>• Keep case management records current and ensure legal files, deadlines, and documentation remain accurate and organized<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel under attorney guidance<br>• Partner with attorneys and legal support staff to meet filing deadlines, court expectations, and case milestones
<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>