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118 results for Defense Litigation Associate in Los Angeles, CA

Outside Counsel in Law Firm
  • Glendale, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Unique attorney opportunity with a boutique law firm in Glendale. This firm handles business and real estate litigation and transactional matters as outside counsel for several high-end clients.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is looking for an attorney with over 6 years of experience in business litigation. The ideal candidate will also have some transactional experience, but it is not required.</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers the opportunity to manage complex business and real estate litigation cases, as well as transactional matters for a diverse client base. This is a lifestyle firm with 1450 billable hour target because the emphasis is on quality over grinding billable hours.</p><p><br></p><p>If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to take ownership of cases and client relationships, this position is for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee and manage business and real estate litigation cases from initiation through trial, ensuring thorough preparation and execution.</p><p>• Handle transactional matters such as drafting and negotiating contracts, leases, and operating agreements for clients.</p><p>• Provide strategic advice to business owners and investors on compliance, transactions, and potential disputes.</p><p>• Mentor and guide attorneys at the start of their careers and support staff to foster growth within the firm.</p><p>• Represent clients during court appearances and ensure effective advocacy.</p><p>• Conduct and manage discovery processes, including depositions, pleadings, and motion practices.</p><p>• Maintain a target of 1,450 billable hours annually while delivering high-quality legal services.</p><p>• Build strong client relationships by understanding their business needs and delivering personalized solutions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation: </strong></p><p>• Pay up to 200,000 per year, with additional annual bonuses.</p><p>• Medical dental vision STIPEND.</p><p>• PTO.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
Family Law Attorney: 3+ Year
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Well-known, High End Family Law Firm Seeks Family Law Attorney</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Hybrid: 3 days/onsite</p><p>Billables: 1600/year</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>This is one of the most well-known LA law firms with a stellar reputation amongst their employees and community!</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>The successful family law attorney will carry a manageable caseload and be comfortable in a supportive, collaborative, and collegial environment. The firm treasures their open-door policy; their attorneys are always available for discussion and mentorship, and room for self-development and progression is always encouraged.</p><p>Past family law attorneys we placed with this client have found great satisfaction with the firm's culture. Moreover, family law attorneys typically appreciate the firm's belief in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and their dedication to affecting positive changes in the communities they serve.</p>
  • 2025-10-17T16:44:37Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Pasadena, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Attorney opportunity in Pasadena, California at growing plaintiff's employment law practice. This plaintiff firm has protected employees for a decade and is looking for a new attorney to join its team. This attorney will be managing a caseload with supervision from the firm's principal and senior attorney.</p><p><br></p><p>This associate attorney will be managing a caseload of matters from inception through resolution.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Handle a caseload of approximately 25-30 matters, managing cases from initiation through trial.</p><p>• Conduct discovery processes, including defending depositions early in the role.</p><p>• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.</p><p>• Represent clients during court appearances and hearings.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates and address concerns.</p><p>• Engage with opposing counsel to negotiate and resolve disputes.</p><p>• Participate in strategic planning and case preparation to ensure successful outcomes.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with team members to foster a supportive work environment.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to firm policies while delivering high-quality legal services.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
Plaintiff Employment Attorney
  • Studio City, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Plaintiff Employment Attorney to join a dynamic legal team in the Valley. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a firm that prioritizes employee satisfaction, leverages cutting-edge technology, and is committed to delivering excellent results for clients in employment litigation. The ideal candidate will be passionate about advocating for employees and thrive in a collaborative and innovative work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in employment-related litigation cases, including wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage disputes.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy and client advocacy.</p><p>• Draft and file motions, pleadings, and briefs with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Manage discovery processes, including document reviews, depositions, and interrogatories.</p><p>• Collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal professionals to develop effective case strategies.</p><p>• Provide clear and concise legal advice to clients regarding employment matters.</p><p>• Stay updated on employment law regulations and apply them to ongoing cases.</p><p>• Participate in firm-wide initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and client service.</p><p>• Advocate for clients in court hearings and mediation sessions.</p><p>• Ensure all legal actions comply with ethical and procedural standards.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:03:54Z
Toxic Tort Attorney
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Yearly
  • Robert Half is working with an established, national law firm looking to bring on an experienced toxic tort attorney to join the team. This attorney will be handling toxic tort cases, including in preferential litigation matters. <br> Responsibilities: • Oversee case management from inception through trial for toxic tort defense cases, including preferential cases. • Conduct discovery processes, including depositions. • Handle law and motion activities. • Make appearances in court as required. • Draft and review pleadings. • Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel. • Prepare for and participate in trials as necessary. • Provide guidance and supervision to entry level associates on the team.
  • 2025-11-07T23:03:54Z
Remote Attorney Role
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 60.00 - 80.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are partnering with a growing plaintiff-side consumer warranty firm dedicated to advocating for individuals facing warranty, fraud, and other consumer rights violations. The firm is seeking Remote Contract Attorneys to join its litigation team. Attorneys must be barred in California. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery responses, and motions in Song-Beverly matters.</li><li>Conduct legal research to support case strategy.</li><li>Maintain organized case files and track litigation timelines. </li></ul><p><strong>Position Details:</strong></p><ul><li>Type: Contract</li><li>Location: Fully Remote </li><li>Schedule: ongoing project-based work</li><li>Compensation: commensurate with experience</li><li>Start: immediate </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-12T04:54:11Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Glendale, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 170000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced attorney to join a personal injury firm in Glendale, California. This attorney will be responsible for providing expert legal support and guidance, managing cases from inception through trial, and leading our litigation team. You will work in a highly collaborative environment, focusing on personal injury law and civil litigation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage cases from inception through trial, ensuring all legal matters are handled effectively.</p><p>• Provide expert legal advice, guidance and support to clients and the team.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel to ensure smooth case progression.</p><p>• Oversee and review the discovery process, including conducting depositions.</p><p>• Attend court appearances and actively participate in pleadings.</p><p>• Oversee the law and motion practice, making appearances to argue important motions.</p><p>• Conduct high-level case management, including planning, strategy, and execution.</p><p>• Take the lead on matters, guiding associates and support staff in their work.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Contribute to the growth and development of the firm's personal injury practice.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
Employment Law Attorney
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>One of Robert Half's longstanding clients - a boutique firm with offices in Glendale and Beverly Hills - is seeking an<strong> employment law attorney.</strong> This position is hybrid; the employment law attorney should be able to commute to Glendale at least once a week (ideally more, or another day in Beverly Hills). This vibrant union-side practice focuses on representing multi-employer employee benefit trust funds, public and private sector unions, and union-affiliated PACs.</p><p> </p><p>This firm is looking for an employment lawyer with <strong>at least 3 years of litigation experience</strong>. This role will involve legal research and writing, trial prep, and drafting motions (including those for summary judgements). <strong>Exposure to employee benefits / ERISA is extremely helpful. </strong><em>Pay is contingent upon labor & employment law experience; please do not reply without any. </em></p><p> </p><p>This labor & employment firm represents union, often for construction and trade workers. The team is comprised of a likeable group of attorneys and long-standing support staff (who are all union employees themselves and have great benefits!). Attorneys typically stay here for years! Some attorneys have been with firm for 15-20 years. The support staff and partners are great. We have made successful placements at this firm before, and candidates rave about mentorship.</p>
  • 2025-10-17T16:44:37Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Pasadena, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000.00 - 275000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced attorney to join our boutique class action firm in LA County. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on quality over quantity, with a strong emphasis on employment and class action litigation. Whether you prefer a hybrid or fully remote work arrangement, this position is designed to provide flexibility while maintaining proximity for occasional in-person responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive discovery processes, including managing and attending depositions.</p><p>• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Represent clients during court appearances and ensure effective advocacy.</p><p>• Handle law and motion practices to address various legal issues.</p><p>• Work autonomously or under senior attorneys depending on experience level, managing cases effectively.</p><p>• Maintain a minimum of 1,500 billable hours annually, tracking time accurately for attorneys’ fees.</p><p>• Collaborate with the team during weekly meetings and contribute to the firm's shared legal strategies.</p><p>• Participate in firm-wide discussions and activities to maintain a positive and team-oriented culture.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Sherman Oaks, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Attorney/Lawyer to join our team in Sherman Oaks, California. This role focuses on collection cases for large multiemployer trusts, requiring a strong foundation in litigation and legal processes. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional legal support and have the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage collection cases related to multiemployer trusts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards.<br>• Represent clients in litigation proceedings, preparing legal documents and court filings as needed.<br>• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and ensure compliance with applicable laws.<br>• Collaborate with team members to develop effective legal arguments and case presentations.<br>• Provide legal counsel on issues related to employee benefits and labor law.<br>• Review and analyze case materials, including contracts and financial documents, to identify key information.<br>• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, balancing legal and financial considerations.<br>• Stay updated on changes to laws and regulations affecting multiemployer trusts and employee benefits.<br>• Maintain clear and precise communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
  • 2025-11-14T22:18:54Z
Family Law Attorney
  • Riverside, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 55.00 - 70.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Family Law Attorney to join our team remotely. This is a long-term contract position offering an opportunity to work with a busy CA family law firm. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for client advocacy and a strong willingness to learn and grow in family law practice. You will also possess an active and in good standing CA bar license. If you are a family law attorney looking for an opportunity with a dynamic firm please reach out today to Jennifer[dot]Cotton[at]RobertHalf[dotcom]. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and prepare motions, declarations, and conduct thorough legal research.</p><p>• Assist in preparing for hearings and trials, including developing litigation skills.</p><p>• Apply evidence codes effectively and manage trial preparation tasks such as vetting witnesses and organizing evidence timelines.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to expand the firm’s caseload and maintain high-quality client service.</p><p>• Ensure ethical billing practices and contribute to a positive, detail-oriented work environment.</p><p>• Handle civil litigation tasks, including discovery and briefing as required.</p><p>• Maintain a commitment to achieving 40-50 billable hours per week.</p><p>• Participate in hybrid work arrangements, balancing in-office and remote responsibilities.r</p>
  • 2025-10-15T23:28:45Z
Labor & Employment Attorney
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A well-known firm in the Valley is looking for a skilled <strong>Labor & Employment Attorney</strong> to join the dynamic legal team in Westlake Village, California. </p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will have the opportunity to represent public safety officers and associations in a variety of employment law matters, including collective bargaining, and administrative proceedings. This position offers a hybrid work environment (and days on-site are flexible), requiring occasional travel to meet with clients and attend appearances. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Represent public safety officers and associations in employment law cases, including litigation related to discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, and more.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research and factual investigations to develop effective case strategies.</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, discovery responses, and employment-related demand letters.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, and conduct investigatory interviews to gather critical case information.</p><p>• Negotiate settlement agreements and prepare for arbitration or trial proceedings.</p><p>• Provide advisory support on collective bargaining agreements and labor negotiations.</p><p>• Manage a caseload independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to establish trust and credibility.</p><p>• Travel as needed to client sites and public entities represented by the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>^ <em>Pay is contingent upon the experience above. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>For the right individual, this Labor & Employment Attorney could sit in San Diego or Northern Orange County</strong>; the firm has satellite offices here. </p>
  • 2025-10-17T16:44:37Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
  • Robert Half is working with an established law firm looking to bring on an experienced attorney to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a variety of general liability insurance defense cases, including premises liability and vehicular cases. You will also be involved in discovery, law and motion, court appearances, and client communication. <br> Responsibilities: • Oversee case management from inception through trial for general liability insurance defense cases. • Conduct discovery processes, including depositions. • Handle law and motion activities. • Make appearances in court as required. • Draft and review pleadings. • Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel. • Prepare for and participate in trials as necessary. • Provide guidance and supervision to entry level associates on the team. • Manage toxic tort defense cases from inception through trial. • Ensure all work meets billable hour requirements.
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
Legal Secretary
  • Glendale, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is working with an established law firm in Glendale looking to add a legal secretary to its employment litigation team. This role involves providing comprehensive support to attorneys specializing in employment defense, ensuring smooth case preparation and management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate exceptional organizational and attention-to-detail skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide direct administrative support to the Special Counsel and an Associate handling employment defense cases.</p><p>• Manage document productions during informal discovery, including redaction of large volumes of wage statements, time records, and meal/rest break documentation.</p><p>• Prepare and file legal documents in state courts, with occasional filings in federal and appellate courts.</p><p>• Coordinate legal calendaring and scheduling for meetings, depositions, mediation sessions, and other case-related activities.</p><p>• Assist with mediation preparation, ensuring all necessary documentation and logistics are in order.</p><p>• Learn and apply the firm's proprietary naming conventions for case documents.</p><p>• Utilize office tools such as Time Matters, Microsoft Word macros, Outlook, and Adobe for case management and document formatting.</p><p>• Collaborate with the office clerk for scanning and saving pleadings and discovery materials.</p><p>• Uphold meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of case preparation and administrative tasks.</p><p>• Maintain a consistent onsite presence four days per week to align with the team's schedule.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
General Counsel: Real Estate
  • El Segundo, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 215000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong><u>Prominent Real Estate Investment Company Seeks General Counsel</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Company &  Position:</strong></p><p>A well-established real estate investment and development company with significant holdings across Southern California is seeking an experienced <strong>General Counsel</strong>. With a workforce of over 40 employees and a portfolio spanning commercial, medical office, and mixed-use properties—particularly concentrated in the South Bay region. The <strong>General Counsel </strong>will serve as a key business partner to executives, oversee corporate governance, and act as an officer of the company. The successful GC will bring extensive in-house counsel experience, proven real estate expertise, and the ability to independently manage complex real estate transactions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate documents, including office, retail, restaurant, and medical leases, lease amendments, sublease agreements, estoppel certificates, SNDA’s, lease assignments, development agreements, and loan/refinancing agreements.</li><li>Manage title-related matters, including title searches, insurance policies, surveys, and ALTA policies.</li><li>Fulfill duties of a corporate secretary by maintaining corporate governance and compliance across entities and subsidiaries.</li><li>Partner with and oversee outside counsel on specialized litigation and transactional matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary &  Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Full benefits' package.</li><li>Salary is $200k-$300k (DOE).</li></ul><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p>
  • 2025-10-31T19:38:45Z
In-House Attorney
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We’re partnering with a Los Angeles–based nonprofit to hire a skilled Attorney for a long-term contract role. This organization focuses on child care, child development, and family well-being through services, research, and advocacy. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your expertise in contract law while making a meaningful impact in the community. The ideal candidate will have strong drafting skills and be comfortable handling a wide range of legal matters. This is a full-time, on-site role (5 days/week) with an immediate start.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><p>·      Directly support the General Counsel in day-to-day legal matters.</p><p>·      Draft, review, and redline vendor agreements, consulting agreements, MOUs, leases, NDAs, releases, purchase orders and hotel agreements.</p><p>·      Participate in negotiations as needed.</p><p>·      Conduct legal research and prepare draft legal memos with respect to real estate, contract, labor and employment, corporate, and intellectual property law.</p><p>·      Conduct fact-finding.</p><p>·      Prepare or review subpoena production, corporate filings, insurance applications, and corporate minutes and resolutions for supervisor approval.</p><p>·      Perform other legal duties and work on special projects as assigned by the Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel.</p>
  • 2025-10-27T15:19:02Z
In House Counsel
  • Tustin, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 185000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half's client - a growing property management and real estate company - is seeking an in-house counsel focusesd on landlord tenant law.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><ul><li>Litigation management/assistance </li><li>Supporting business driven and compliance driven projects </li><li>Managing eviction counsel</li><li>Updating lease forms </li><li>Partnering with sales & marketing teams</li></ul><p><em>Pay is contingent upon the experience above, pedigree of law school/firms worked at, and fluency in landlord tenant law. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</strong></p><p>o  Law firm and in-house experience is ideal. <em>Please do not apply without any law firm experience. </em></p><p>o  Someone with high energy, who can push things forward in a nice, but get-it-done mentality. </p><p>o  Someone unafraid to pick up the phone and call someone (with questions)</p><p>o  Someone who understands the importance of building relationships and earning social capital – internally and externally. </p><p>o  Someone who chases issues down to solve the problem. </p><p>o  Someone who wants to push project forwards, relentless in getting projects done tenaciously.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>I’ve placed three people on this team in the last year. All came from law firms, and are loving it! They’ve also received great feedback and support from their supervisor.</li><li>Beautiful building space that looks like a Google office: lots of skylights and plants, open concept, large kitchen, fun art, etc.</li><li>Company is in growth mode! </li><li>Organized and structured legal department with solid training.</li><li>“Culture is king here, it’s a servant culture.”</li><li>“This is a people-first company, which genuinely cares about its employees and customers. We take care of our people, and have great Google and Glassdoor reviews to prove it. It’s really unique! Once you join, you don’t want to leave.” -AGC</li></ul>
  • 2025-10-24T18:44:08Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Pasadena, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced attorney to join a well-established firm in Pasadena, California, specializing in estate planning and trust administration. In this role, you will manage trust administration cases from start to finish, working closely with a collaborative and supportive team in a hybrid work environment. This position offers direct client interaction and the opportunity to work with a close-knit group dedicated to achieving work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all aspects of trust administration cases, ensuring thorough and efficient case management.</p><p>• Prepare case materials to the point of readiness for final review and execution.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients ranging from middle-class families to high-net-worth individuals, providing tailored legal solutions.</p><p>• Work closely with the firm’s principal, associate attorneys, and support staff to maintain high-quality service standards.</p><p>• Engage directly with clients to address their legal needs and build strong, detail-focused relationships.</p><p>• Participate in firm-wide activities, including holiday dinners and casual Fridays, fostering a cohesive team environment.</p><p>• Manage a workflow with no set billable hour requirement, typically averaging around 100 hours per month.</p><p>• Contribute to the firm’s commitment to work-life balance by adhering to regular working hours.</p><p>• Support the transition of trust administration responsibilities as the firm welcomes new leadership in this area.</p>
  • 2025-11-07T23:09:07Z
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