<p>A <strong>growing and well-respected defense firm in Downtown Los Angeles</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Employment Defense Attorney (5+ years)</strong> to join their team. The firm is known for its <strong>diverse, inclusive culture</strong>, collaborative environment, and <strong>exceptional staff tenure</strong> — many employees have been with the firm for years, a true testament to its supportive leadership and values-driven approach.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all phases of <strong>employment defense litigation</strong>, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.</li><li>Handle a mix of <strong>single-plaintiff and class action employment matters</strong>, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage & hour claims.</li><li>Draft pleadings, briefs, and other substantive motions.</li><li>Participate in case strategy meetings and client communications.</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior attorneys or paralegals as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>5+ years</strong> of employment defense litigation experience.</li><li>Admitted and in good standing with the <strong>California State Bar</strong>.</li><li>Strong writing, research, and advocacy skills.</li><li>Excellent judgment and ability to manage cases autonomously.</li><li>Team-oriented mindset and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Firm:</strong></p><ul><li>Diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity.</li><li><strong>Excellent retention</strong> and team longevity.</li><li>Competitive compensation, full benefits, and clear growth path.</li><li>Convenient <strong>Downtown LA</strong> location with hybrid flexibility.</li></ul><p>📩 <strong>To Apply:</strong> Please send your resume to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< RobertHalf.< com > with “Employment Defense Attorney – DTLA” in the subject line</p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary specializing in bankruptcy law to join our dynamic team in Los Angeles, California. This role supports a close-knit group of attorneys and plays a crucial part in ensuring efficient operations within a growing firm. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have exceptional organizational skills, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide administrative and legal support to a team of attorneys, including partners, counsel, and associates.<br>• Manage court filings, including electronic filing and ensuring timely submissions.<br>• Coordinate schedules and maintain accurate court calendars.<br>• Arrange travel logistics for depositions and other legal proceedings.<br>• Communicate with court clerks to obtain case updates and resolve filing issues.<br>• Assist with drafting and formatting legal documents, including tables of contents.<br>• Collaborate with the office manager/paralegal to ensure smooth workflow and task prioritization.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal procedures and firm policies.<br>• Provide support for cases involving Chapter 11 bankruptcy, offering specialized expertise.<br>• Handle administrative tasks such as dictation, correspondence, and document organization.
<p>Robert Half Legal has partnered with a multi office plaintiff law firm in Irvine looking for a full time Associate Attorney. The firm has roughly 20 attorneys across California, Hawaii, Arizona and New Mexico and their main practice areas include construction defect, class action and consumer law. </p><p><br></p><p>This is truly a family oriented environment where the partners care about their employees. They are open to any type of background (Plaintiff, Defense, or entry level) as they are willing to train. The role will have a hybrid work model with a few days in the office and a few days remote.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Independently work with a partner to manage a heavy caseload</li><li>Civil Pleadings, Motions, Discovery, and Trial Work</li><li>Regularly attend court appearances, depositions, and meetings</li><li>Communicate with clients and draft status reports</li></ul><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Firm brings in lunch once or twice a week (this week they had a Bastille Day breakfast, the office manager brought in French food)</li><li>“We are doing something to help people! These are homeowners who have put a big deposit on a house… it’s very rewarding in that matter, rather than working for a corporation to make more money.” – office manager</li><li>Everyone who works here is very smart! The attorneys are very experienced… In the end, you’ve learned and helped society to build better homes.” – office manager</li><li>Rainy day tradition: cater lunch and let people go home early.</li><li>Birthday/anniversary lunch once a month – those with celebrations pick the food!</li><li>Business casual, except for mediations/hearings [via Zoom]</li><li>The legal assistant we placed there two years ago is still there. He’s gotten two raises in two years!</li></ul>
<p><strong><em>Top California Transactional Firm Seeks Legal Document Proofreader</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Join a highly respected <strong>transactional law firm</strong> with a strong reputation for representing banking clients with banking compliance. The team includes 10 attorneys. This is a <strong>full-time onsite role in Irvine</strong> with a consistent schedule and minimal overtime.</p><p>We’ve worked with this firm for <strong>10+ years</strong> and have placed multiple staff members who are still there and thriving.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Legal Document Proofreader Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and format compliance manuals using attorney edits, ensuring accuracy in grammar, punctuation, and citation.</li><li>Incorporate redlines from attorneys into templates and maintain consistency across documents.</li><li>Proofread for clarity, passive voice, and technical compliance standards.</li><li>Assist with monthly newsletters and webinar outlines for banking clients.</li><li>Manage cyclical document production, including updates to 15+ compliance manuals (some exceeding 700 pages).</li><li>Utilize advanced Word features, including macros and specialized headings, to streamline formatting.</li></ul><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><ul><li>8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday</li><li><strong>37.5-hour workweek</strong> with very minimal overtime</li></ul><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Long-tenured support staff (15+ years)</li><li>Friendly, collaborative attorneys</li><li>Predictable workload and schedule consistency</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employee</li><li>401(k) with match</li><li>Generous PTO: 10 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 1 floating holiday</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 working with an emerging lemon law practice in Beverly Hills, California. As part of this team, an attorney's primary duties will include reviewing the work of paralegals and legal assistants, attending hearings, and effectively handling motion work. Your role will also involve going to auto inspections and managing discovery, including depositions. There is <strong>huge </strong>opportunity to come into a growing firm and the principal is ready to offer great bonus potential!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Oversee the work of paralegals and legal assistants to ensure quality and accuracy.</p><p>• Attend hearings and represent our clients effectively.</p><p>• Conduct thorough motion work as required in different cases.</p><p>• Participate in auto inspections as part of the legal process.</p><p>• Handle discovery processes, which includes conducting depositions.</p><p>• Review and analyze court’s guidance for motion requirements.</p><p>• Assist in preparing discovery shells and help with responses.</p><p>• Summarize discovery responses for ease of reference.</p><p>• Use your knowledge in Civil Litigation and Lemon Law to benefit our clients.</p><p>• Utilize your skills as a Licensed Attorney and Litigation Attorney to enhance our team's performance.</p>
<p>Prestigious boutique trial firm is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Associate to join their dynamic team. You will play a key role in managing complex litigation matters from pre-trial through trial and beyond, collaborating closely with senior attorneys and partners. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess keen analytical skills, and are passionate about delivering exceptional client service, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>This litigation associate opportunity offers above market compensation, bonus opportunity, and paid benefits. We have placed people with the firm who love the complex work and collaborative environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of assigned litigation matters, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial phases.</li><li>Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare comprehensive legal memoranda, briefs, and pleadings.</li><li>Develop and execute discovery strategies, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and deposition notices.</li><li>Interview witnesses, prepare clients and witnesses for depositions and trial, and assist with trial preparation.</li><li>Participate in client meetings, negotiations, and mediations.</li><li>Manage case deadlines and budgets and maintain detailed case files.</li><li>Stay current on relevant legal developments and court rulings.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with partners, associates, paralegals, and support staff.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>To Apply:</p><p>Please submit your resume to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove < at > RobertHalf. < com > </p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL </p>
<p>A powerhouse litigation firm in Costa Mesa is seeking an experienced litigation secretary to join their team-oriented group of legal secretaries. The ideal litigation secretary will have 8+ years of experience in complex business law. Stability on the resume is a must. They want someone to join this team for the rest of their career! </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><ul><li>Working on silicosis cases:</li><li>eFiling in state, federal, and appellate courts (plus occasional filings under seal)</li><li>calendaring litigation deadlines (CompuLaw) – no docketing department</li><li>trial preparation (binders, exhibits, etc.) – office services department does the printing/tabbing</li><li>creating discovery shells and TOAs/TOCs - no word processing department</li></ul><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>There is a night secretary who can finish up work after hours.</li><li>Strong tenure. Many support staff have been there 10, 15, 20 years.</li><li>Complex, high-end cases with notable clients.</li><li>“The environment here is very nice. we do not allow any disrespect of anyone - from offices services up. We want to know about issues right away to take care of them. We don't wany anyone to feel like they are on an island. Even Todd, he will ask me what is going on. He doesn't want to assume no news is good news.” – office manager</li><li>Team pitches in to help each other out when one person is slammed.</li><li>“The secretaries operate as a team. If you have 4 attorneys, and one is doing an MSJ, that will take you all day. If you have other things you need to, we can put out an SOS like "who is available to help out with this?" and inevitably, a few will say "I can take it!" We are looking for someone willing to do that. You have to be nice! If not, you'll bring down the whole team!” – office manager </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><ul><li><u>Hours</u>: 7.5 hour days. OT during trial preparation. 8:30-5 or 9-5:30, but depends on attorney needs.</li><li><u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</li><li>Law firm experience, not in-house litigation.</li><li>Little movement on the resume (they will not entertain folks who switch jobs every year or two).</li><li>Someone willing to step up and help others. The secretary team really does pitch in and help each other out.</li><li>Comfortable supporting high-end attorneys on complex cases</li></ul>
<p>REMOTE ATTORNEY OPPORTUNITY FOR SPANISH SPEAKING ATTORNEYS!</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is working with a growing practice in Southern California that is looking to bring on an attorney. This position offers the unique opportunity to manage cases from inception through trial, primarily focusing on lemon law and expanding into personal injury matters. The role is fully remote, providing flexibility while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle all aspects of case management, including overseeing Lemon Law cases from initiation to trial.</p><p>• Collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure efficient and effective case progression.</p><p>• Conduct depositions and occasional vehicle inspections, typically scheduled locally once a month.</p><p>• Manage a manageable caseload, starting with a smaller portfolio to build expertise.</p><p>• Participate in strategic legal planning and contribute to the firm's expansion into Personal Injury litigation.</p><p>• Prepare and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents as required.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, particularly when handling cases in federal court.</p><p>• Maintain strong client relationships and provide excellent legal counsel throughout the case lifecycle.</p><p>• Support marketing initiatives designed to enhance the firm's presence and growth.</p><p>• Uphold the firm's commitment to maintaining a positive and balanced work culture.</p>
<p><strong>Hybrid Complex Commercial Litigation Attorney</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A highly respected litigation firm with a strong California presence is seeking a driven <strong>Associate Attorney</strong> to join its team. Known for providing associates with meaningful responsibility and hands-on case experience, this firm values creativity, initiative, and collaboration. The environment is fast-paced yet supportive, with virtually no turnover among support staff and paralegals actively participating in strategy meetings.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Attorney Position:</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid schedule: attorneys are onsite 3 days/week.</li><li>Associates are given substantial responsibility and ownership of their cases from the outset.</li><li>No billable hour requirement for bonus or raise eligibility </li><li>Out-of-state candidates will be considered if relocation is planned (please indicate timeline).</li><li>California Bar membership not required at hire, but candidates should provide a timeline for admission.</li></ul><p><strong>Perks of the Firm:</strong></p><ul><li>Recently remodeled onsite gym and fitness amenities.</li><li>Breakfast, lunch, smoothies, and kombucha provided daily.</li><li>Uber to work (or paid parking).</li><li>Two-story office building with restaurants and modern amenities.</li><li>Stable, long-tenured support staff.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation and Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary ranges (depending on experience): $180,000 - $400,000</li><li>Annual performance-based increases and market-competitive bonuses (often six-figure for mid- to senior-level associates).</li><li>Origination bonuses for cases brought to the firm.</li><li>Annual reviews and year-end merit bonuses.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including:</li><li>Medical (Blue Shield of CA), dental, and vision insurance (Principal).</li><li>100% firm-paid HMO coverage; PPO and HSA options with firm contribution.</li><li>Firm-paid long-term disability and telemedicine</li><li>Life insurance ($100K policy with low employee contribution).</li><li>Paid holidays and paid parental leave.</li><li>401(k) plan</li><li>AFLAC supplemental coverage (employee-paid).</li><li>Paid parking or transportation allowance/Uber coverage.</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>
<p>A 15-attorney trial firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with 2-25 years of substantive litigation experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a a Civil Litigation Attorney who wants to with exciting cases and enjoys sophisticated litigation! <strong>This Civil Litigation Attorney</strong> <strong>will have the permanent flexibility to work remotely 2-3 days/week.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The firm:</strong></p><ul><li>This Civil Litigation Attorney will join a friendly LA firm that has been established for 30+ years</li><li>This firm handles a mix of public entity, complex, employment, appellate, and premise liability (not insurance) litigation.</li><li>My team has placed several attorneys and paralegals with this firm in the past 5 years. They have all had a great experience working here!2</li></ul>
<p>Exciting Legal Secretary opportunity with a top law firm in their Century City office. We have placed staff who are happy! </p><p><br></p><p>This firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Los Angeles, California. This role is ideal for an experienced individual who excels in providing comprehensive support to attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. The position involves working with a collaborative team in a prestigious AM Law 100 firm known for its strong federal practice and commitment to pro bono efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage high-volume state and federal court filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal deadlines.</p><p>• Edit, format, and proofread legal documents to maintain high standards.</p><p>• Prepare and submit expense reports and assist with time entry tasks.</p><p>• Utilize various software such as iManage and Chrome River to facilitate document management and administrative processes.</p><p>• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and booking travel arrangements.</p><p>• Collaborate with office clerks and other secretaries to ensure seamless workflow and efficient operations.</p><p>• Offer specialized support to assigned practice groups, including consumer finance, with flexibility in work hours.</p><p>• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all communications and tasks.</p><p>• Participate in firm-wide initiatives and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, submit resumes to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< at > RobertHalf.< com ></p>
<p>A well-established boutique plaintiff litigation firm is seeking a legal secretary with 5+ years of experience in civil litigation. This legal secretary will work with another legal secretary to support the attorneys. </p><p> </p><p><strong>This role is 100% onsite in West LA</strong>, and the work hours are 9 am to 5 pm. This legal secretary will prepare legal documents and file in state and federal courts, serve subpoenas, and create TOAs/TOCs.</p><p> </p><p>The firm has excellent stability and will pay 100% for parking, paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation time, and 1 week for sick time. </p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this Legal Secretary opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is pleased to partner with a highly respected mid-size defense law firm in Beverly Hills to recruit a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary for a contract-to-hire position.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>This is a contract-to-hire opportunity supporting a dynamic defense litigation team. The Litigation Legal Secretary will play a key role in managing case documentation, scheduling, and supporting attorneys in trial preparation and ongoing litigation matters. Successful performance in the contract period offers the potential for transition to a permanent role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, format, and revise legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, correspondence, and trial binders.</li><li>File court documents electronically and physically with state and federal courts.</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, plan meetings, schedule depositions, court appearances, and deadlines.</li><li>Organize, update, and maintain both electronic and hard copy case files with accuracy and confidentiality.</li><li>Professionally communicate with clients, court officials, opposing counsel, and external vendors.</li><li>Assist attorneys with billing, time entry, and the preparation of expense reports.</li><li>Provide additional administrative support as needed, including answering phones and managing office correspondence.</li></ul>
<p>Are you a skilled <strong>Litigation Secretary</strong> looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment? Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented professional to support a thriving litigation practice. If you excel under pressure, have exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, and are passionate about providing top-tier support, we want to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>As a Litigation Secretary, you will be a critical member of the legal team, ensuring seamless support through:</p><ul><li><strong>Case Management</strong>: Organizing, maintaining, and updating case files, pleadings, and discovery documents.</li><li><strong>Calendaring & Scheduling</strong>: Coordinating deadlines, court dates, depositions, and meetings with attorneys, clients, and external parties.</li><li><strong>Document Preparation</strong>: Drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, agreements, and briefs, while ensuring confidentiality.</li><li><strong>E-Filing & Filing</strong>: Submitting documents electronically through state and federal court systems with a thorough understanding of jurisdictional requirements.</li><li><strong>Attorney Support</strong>: Managing attorney billing, timesheets, and travel arrangements while assisting with administrative and organizational tasks.</li><li><strong>Professional Communication</strong>: Acting as the point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and colleagues, always maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join This Firm?</strong></p><p>By joining this firm, you will enjoy:</p><ul><li>A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.</li><li>Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth and development within a respected and established legal practice.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Defense Firm Seeks Legal Secretary HYBRID onsite</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Legal Secretary responsibilities:</p><ul><li>3:1 desk</li><li>Calendaring, drafting pleadings, TOA’s & TOC’s, scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings</li><li>Calendaring program syncs with Outlook</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Legal Secretary hours:</p><ul><li>8:30-5:00 or 9-5:30 w/ 1 hour lunch</li><li>7.5 hour day</li><li>3 days onsite (after 90 day training period)</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Benefits:</li><li>HMO is 100% paid for employee. Can upgrade plans.</li><li>Kicks in 1st of the month following 60 days of employment.</li><li>401k kicks in after 1 year of employment</li><li>Parking or monthly transportation allowance</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p><strong><em>We placed an attorney a year ago and he LOVES it here! Exciting cases and work! </em></strong></p><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>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>
