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122 results for Entrylevel Litigation Associate in Newport Beach, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support legal operations. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can manage administrative priorities in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, confidence handling court-related documentation, and the ability to keep calendars and correspondence moving efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines.<br>• Coordinate attorney calendars by scheduling hearings, meetings, deadlines, and other case-related commitments.<br>• Produce high-quality legal correspondence and documentation from dictation, notes, and other source materials.<br>• Track important filing dates and follow up on time-sensitive court submissions to help maintain compliance.<br>• Organize case files, records, and supporting materials so information is easy to access and up to date.<br>• Communicate with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling, filings, and document status.
- 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A thriving 20+ attorney law firm is seeking a legal assistant to join their team! <strong>This legal assistant can permanently work remotely 2 days/week!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>My team has placed 9 legal professionals with this firm, 4 of whom are legal assistants, and all are still with the firm and have had a positive experience!</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This legal assistant will be responsible for:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Scheduling meetings and calendaring court deadlines</li><li>State court filings</li><li>Drafting and formatting legal documents</li><li>Trial prep</li></ul><p><strong><u>The ideal legal assistant will have:</u></strong></p><ul><li>1+ years of California litigation experience</li><li>A bachelor’s degree</li></ul><p>*The firm is happy to consider legal assistants with future law or graduate school plans, as long as this person can commit to at least 2 years with the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>This legal assistant will be joining a friendly firm, and this is a new legal assistant position the firm is adding due to growth. This firm has an incredibly collaborative environment and a very positive work culture! This firm does regular outings and employee appreciation events to celebrate their team. Every candidate my team has placed with this firm still works here. We would recommend this firm to anyone based on their glowing feedback! The firm is offering this legal assistant a great benefits package, including 100% firm-paid healthcare, 401K with generous firm contribution, PTO, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting legal assistant opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Associate attorney opportunity in downtown Los Angeles with Chambers-ranked firm! I have made multiple successful placements here; these placements have been driven by growth, and everyone has spoken about the fantastic environment!</p><p><br></p><p>An established, 30+ year law firm specializing in legal malpractice and professional liability is seeking a senior attorney for its expanding team. Robert Half has placed several people here because the firm has been growing and bringing in more work!</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hybrid on-site role based in downtown Los Angeles. This attorney will be expected to come into the office at least three to four days a week.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Associate Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>This person will work on legal malpractice, professional liability, and business litigation matters.</li><li>A-Z case management of cases from inception through trial. Typically, cases will have a partner and anywhere from 1-3 attorneys.</li><li>The attorney will be given the ability to have these clients become their own client.</li><li>Discovery, including depositions.</li><li>Law and motion.</li><li>Court appearances.</li><li>Pleadings.</li><li>Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.</li><li><u>Billable Hour Req: </u>1850 – this includes time where senior attorneys mentor associates, time spent on client development, business development, time spent doing CLEs. </li></ul><p><strong>Compensation, Benefits, Other Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary range, 140k to 180k.</li><li>Anything above 1850 is bonused out, paid 2x per year.</li><li>10% generation for what is collected on any client brought in – even if the attorney does not work on that matter.</li><li>Medical is covered 100% for the employee and immediate family, this kicks in first of the month after employment.</li><li>Dental and vision plans covered.</li><li>No formal PTO. </li><li>401k.</li><li>Paid parking in covered lot. </li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Manhattan Beach, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A well-known top plaintiff trial firm is seeking a paralegal with 5+ years of experience in civil litigation. This paralegal will be working with 2 attorneys who handle plaintiff personal injury matters.</p><p> </p><p><strong>My team has placed 2 paralegals and 1 legal assistant with this firm!! The role is onsite for the first 3 months, and then the paralegal will work 3 days onsite and 2 days from home.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This paralegal <strong><u>must</u></strong> have plaintiff personal injury experience. The ideal paralegal will have experience propounding and responding to discovery, legal research, trial preparation, and assisting attorneys during trial.</p><p> </p><p>The firm is offering this paralegal a fantastic compensation package that includes 100% firm-paid benefits (medical/dental/vision) for the employee AND pays the majority of the premium for dependents, 401k with matching, paid parking, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Beverly Hills, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 135000 - 195000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>High Stakes & High Caliber Plaintiff Trial Firm Seeks Class Action Associate</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>A highly regarded trial firm is seeking a Class Action Associate to join its sophisticated litigation team. This California-based trial practice is nationally recognized for handling complex, high-exposure matters involving consumer fraud, defective products, privacy and data breaches, environmental claims, mass torts, employment violations, and other large-scale litigation. The firm offers attorneys the opportunity to work alongside well-known trial lawyers on impactful, high-profile matters while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a Class Action Associate interested in sophisticated plaintiff-side litigation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Class Action Associate Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Handle complex plaintiff-side class action litigation from inception through resolution</p><p>• Draft complaints, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, and other substantive pleadings</p><p>• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses</p><p>• Manage matters involving consumer fraud, defective products, privacy/data breach, environmental, pharmaceutical, and employment-related claims</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>• Hybrid schedule available</p><p>• Attorneys with under 2 years of experience may work remotely 1 day per week</p><p>• Attorneys with 3+ years of experience may work remotely 2 days per week</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• High-end trial practice with sophisticated, high-value litigation</p><p>• Opportunity to work closely with nationally recognized trial attorneys</p><p>• Friendly and collaborative firm culture with low turnover</p><p>• We’ve placed legal professionals with the firm who have remained long term and value the team environment</p><p>• Significant bonus potential in addition to base compensation</p><p>• Hybrid flexibility based on experience level</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>$145,000-$195,000 base salary + annual bonus structure + referral opportunities</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Medical insurance through Blue Shield PPO or HMO after 90 days</p><p>• 100% paid medical coverage for employees and dependent children</p><p>• Unlimited PTO </p><p>• 11 paid holidays annually</p><p>• Eligible for 401(k) participation</p><p>• Annual compensation reviews and bonus opportunities</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>
- 2026-10-11T00:00:00Z
- Downey, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an accomplished trial attorney to join a growing plaintiff-side litigation practice in south LA. </p><p><br></p><p>This role is well suited for a lawyer who is confident managing personal injury matters through the later stages of litigation, including expert discovery, settlement strategy, and courtroom preparation. The firm offers a collaborative environment, flexible scheduling, and the support of an established team that values strong performance and long-term fit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a docket of approximately 20 to 25 plaintiff personal injury cases with a focus on matters approaching expert designation and trial readiness.</p><p>• Evaluate case posture and develop litigation strategies aimed at securing favorable settlements or advancing claims through trial.</p><p>• Handle key pre-trial activities, including expert witness coordination, deposition preparation, motion practice, and trial preparation.</p><p>• Conduct negotiations with opposing counsel and insurance representatives to resolve claims effectively when appropriate.</p><p>• Appear in court for hearings, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials as needed.</p><p>• Work closely with firm leadership, case managers, and support staff during onboarding and throughout the life of each case.</p><p>• Prepare persuasive legal briefs, motions, and other litigation documents that support case advancement and trial strategy.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 450000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>National Plaintiff Trial Firm Seeks Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney (CAN BE REMOTE IN CALIFORNIA)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p> A large and well-established plaintiff litigation firm seeks a Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney to join its litigation team. The firm represents plaintiffs in high-value matters including catastrophic injury, wrongful death, employee rights disputes, and consumer-related litigation. With several offices nationwide and a large team of attorneys and legal professionals, the firm is widely known for pursuing complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries, severe orthopedic injuries, and other significant personal injury claims. The firm has received repeated recognition from national legal publications for its litigation results and continues to expand its plaintiff-side practice.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents in personal injury matters.</li><li>Assist with depositions, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.</li><li>Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies for complex injury cases.</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding case progress and litigation strategy.</li><li>Assist in preparing matters for mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial.</li><li>Participate in developing arguments and representing plaintiffs in personal injury litigation.</li></ul><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to work on sophisticated catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation matters.</li><li>Collaborative litigation environment focused on plaintiff advocacy.</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a large litigation platform.</li><li>Fully remote structure for the Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney position.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p> $200k-$320k base salary + performance-based incentives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Paid time off and paid holidays</li><li>Medical coverage with employer-paid options available</li><li>Life and AD&D insurance</li><li>Dental and vision plans</li><li>401(k) plan</li></ul><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>
- 2026-10-11T00:00:00Z
- Santa Monica, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 185000 - 270000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Premier Plaintiff Employment Trial Firm Seeks Law & Motion Attorney (100% Remote – CALIFORNIA RESIDENT)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p> Highly regarded single-practice plaintiff employment trial firm seeks a Law & Motion Attorney to join its growing team (1–2 openings). The firm focuses exclusively on wrongful termination and harassment matters and is known for securing some of the largest plaintiff employment verdicts in Los Angeles County.</p><p>This Law & Motion Attorney will report directly to a Shareholder who began as an associate and advanced internally. The firm maintains a strong reputation within the Southern California plaintiff community for high-value verdicts and aggressive trial work. Fully remote within California.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Law & Motion Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> · Draft and argue complex motions, including dispositive motions</p><p> · Prepare and respond to detailed discovery</p><p> · Develop strategic written advocacy supporting trial attorneys</p><p> · Collaborate with trial team on case positioning and motion strategy</p><p> · Handle substantive law and motion practice in California employment matters</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p> · 100% remote in California</p><p> · Trial-focused plaintiff employment practice</p><p> </p><p> · Company retreats (recent 3-day retreat at the Ritz-Carlton, Santa Barbara)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p> $200,000–$270,000 base salary (DOE) + bonus eligible</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p> 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision (after first 60 days); 401K, PTO, bar dues</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>
- 2026-10-17T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 165000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A successful 30+ attorney defense firm in LA is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join their team of litigators and support staff. The ideal Litigation Attorney candidate will have at least 3+ years of California motor vehicle accident or habitability litigation experience as a licensed attorney. The firm is open to plaintiff or defense experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Once hired, the Litigation Attorney will handle litigation matters from inception through final resolution, managing her/his own caseload. <strong>Target billables are 1800 per year.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Duties will include but are not limited to independently handling court appearances, taking and defending depositions, discovery, legal research and analysis, and law and motion. Mentorship and training are available for associates; previous trial experience is not required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My team has placed 5 attorneys with this firm, and 3 of them are now partners! The firm allows attorneys to work 100% remotely throughout California. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>The firm boasts a friendly and collaborative culture and a long-standing history of representing well-known clients for over 30 years. If you are seeking a firm that values life outside of work and prioritizes maintaining work-life balance, this may be the job for you! Benefits include medical, 401k with employer match, paid Holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parking, paid bar dues and MCLEs, and a <strong>defined bonus plan.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting attorney 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>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>Construction Claims Attorney | West Los Angeles | Hybrid (1 Day Onsite, 4 Days Remote)</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Join a sophisticated disputes team handling construction claims matters from pre-litigation through resolution. This Construction Claims Attorney position is ideal for an attorney seeking high-level work without the burnout of BigLaw billables, with flexibility and ownership over cases.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><ul><li>Longstanding client with multiple successful placements</li><li>Highly regarded litigation boutique focused on construction claims and complex disputes</li><li>Known for handling high-exposure matters, including $100M+ claims</li><li>Strong reputation in arbitration (AAA/JAMS) and high-stakes litigation</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Attorney Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Handle construction claims cases (delay, disruption, payment disputes)</li><li>Manage matters across state court, arbitration (AAA/JAMS), and federal/pre-litigation venues</li><li>Draft substantive motions (motions to compel, motions in limine, MSJs)</li><li>Take and defend depositions</li><li>Oversee discovery strategy and execution</li><li>Analyze construction and government contracts, liens, and claims entitlement</li><li>Collaborate with experts on delay and damages analysis</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><ul><li>$225,000 – $300,000 base salary DOE</li><li>Competitive bonus plan based on performance</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Work Plan</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid: 1 day onsite in West Los Angeles, 4 days remote</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks of Company</strong></p><ul><li>Unlimited PTO</li><li>Low billable requirement: 1500 hours</li><li>Fully paid premiums on gold-tier health plans</li><li>Paid bar dues and MCLE</li><li>Free parking</li><li>401(k) with all service fees covered</li><li>Opportunity to work on $100M+ matters</li><li>High level of autonomy and flexibility</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’re looking for top-tier claims work without sacrificing lifestyle, this is one of the strongest opportunities in the LA market.</p>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
- El Segundo, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 75 - 100 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a leading GovTech software company that provides cloud-based workforce, HR, recruiting, onboarding, and talent management solutions to state and local government agencies nationwide in its search for a SaaS Commercial Counsel.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a fully remote contract opportunity covering a critical vacancy on the legal team while the company conducts a permanent search. The engagement is expected to last approximately 2-3 months, with an immediate start preferred.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring significant experience negotiating and advising on SaaS and technology transactions in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable working independently with internal business stakeholders from day one.</p><p><br></p><p>Pay: $75-$100/hr DOE</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements, including: SaaS subscription agreements, Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Vendor and partner agreements</li><li>Provide practical legal guidance to sales, operations, procurement, and business teams.</li><li>Identify and assess legal and commercial risks associated with customer and vendor transactions.</li><li>Advise on key contractual issues, including indemnification, limitation of liability, warranties, security obligations, confidentiality, and data privacy.</li><li>Support negotiations with public-sector customers and procurement stakeholders as needed.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate timely contract execution while balancing business objectives and legal risk.</li><li>Assist with general commercial and contract-related legal matters as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Newport Beach, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a paralegal to support a busy plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Newport Beach, California. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to matters ranging from straightforward pre-litigation claims to complex injury cases, while working closely with attorneys, clients, and a collaborative support team. The position is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing litigation tasks across multiple stages of a case.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage plaintiff personal injury files through different phases of litigation, ensuring deadlines, filings, and case materials remain organized and current.</p><p>• Prepare and coordinate written discovery, including drafting responses, gathering supporting information from clients, and serving discovery requests on opposing parties.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents in accordance with court procedures.</p><p>• Support trial readiness by organizing exhibits, compiling case materials, and assisting attorneys with pre-trial preparation activities.</p><p>• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor key deadlines by applying knowledge of California state and federal court rules.</p><p>• Review medical, billing, and case-related records to create concise summaries, chronologies, and damage-related overviews as needed.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to collect documents, clarify case information, and help keep matters moving efficiently.</p><p>• Use case management and office software to track progress, draft documents, and support day-to-day litigation operations.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A large national law firm is seeking a Trial Paralegal with 5+ years of civil litigation experience. The ideal paralegal will have experience with trial prep and attending trial. This paralegal will work on commercial litigation matters and handle discovery, eDiscovery (Relativity), legal research, trial preparation, and trial attendance. A true team player who can come in and hit the ground running is a must! If you are a strong Trial Paralegal seeking to join a high-achieving team, this might be the perfect position for you, so apply today!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The firm is VERY flexible, and the paralegal can work mostly remote. The paralegal will only need to go in the Downtown LA office for trial preparation.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401K, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting litigation paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a boutique litigation firm in Los Angeles, California. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with skilled attorneys on sophisticated business litigation cases, with occasional white-collar criminal defense matters. The firm provides a collaborative and supportive environment, offering hybrid flexibility and competitive compensation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a diverse caseload while working directly with multiple partners to ensure timely and accurate case progress.</p><p>• Draft and prepare discovery responses, including creating shells and integrating information provided by attorneys or adjustors.</p><p>• Develop and organize trial documents, pleadings, and other essential legal materials.</p><p>• Conduct thorough document reviews to support litigation needs.</p><p>• Provide backup support for electronic filings in both state and federal courts.</p><p>• Assist with calendaring deadlines and managing case schedules to ensure compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively with legal assistants and other staff members to maintain smooth operations.</p><p>• Utilize case management software to organize and track case details efficiently.</p><p>• Ensure all legal documentation is prepared and filed in accordance with regulatory standards.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Costa Mesa, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a collaborative legal team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help keep legal operations organized and efficient by supporting litigation activity, contract processes, claims coordination, and matter administration. This opportunity offers broad exposure to in-house legal work within a fast-moving business environment and regular interaction with legal, operational, and external partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the progress of litigation, claims, and other legal matters from initial intake through final resolution, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up.<br>• Organize and maintain contracts, legal records, and related materials while supporting smooth day-to-day workflow across the legal department.<br>• Monitor important dates, legal budgets, invoices, and outside counsel spending to help the team stay aligned with deadlines and cost expectations.<br>• Maintain and update matter management tools, legal databases, and standardized templates to support consistent recordkeeping and reporting.<br>• Assist with trademark support, corporate documentation, and contract administration tasks across a variety of legal matters.<br>• Work closely with internal business partners, external law firms, and third-party vendors to coordinate information, documents, and next steps.<br>• Support litigation preparation activities by gathering files, organizing case materials, and helping ensure readiness for discovery and trial-related needs.
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice in Irvine, California. This permanent opportunity is well suited for someone with at least three years of experience who is confident managing case materials, preparing litigation documents, and assisting attorneys through all phases of civil matters. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in construction defect and/or insurance defense work, along with excellent organizational judgment, legal writing ability, and technical proficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support attorneys in civil litigation matters by organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining accurate records throughout the life of each case.<br>• Prepare, revise, and file legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and other case-related materials.<br>• Conduct legal and factual research to assist with case strategy, motion practice, and ongoing matter development.<br>• Create page-line summaries, assemble exhibits, and help coordinate materials needed for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial.<br>• Assist with drafting motions in limine and other pretrial documents while ensuring compliance with court rules and filing requirements.<br>• Use case management and office software to manage correspondence, calendars, document production, and litigation workflows efficiently.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and internal team members to support timely case progression and high-quality client service.<br>• Meet billable work expectations and contribute consistently to a fast-paced litigation environment, with eligibility for a monthly bonus tied to approved billed hours.<br>• Work primarily on-site in Irvine, California, with the option to work from home one designated day per week, subject to team guidelines and advance approval for any changes.
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Carlsbad, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a skilled Paralegal/Legal Secretary to join a busy legal practice in California on a Long-term Contract basis. This permanent opportunity supports a plaintiff-side construction defect practice where many matters are resolved before trial, requiring someone who can keep cases moving efficiently through pre-litigation, arbitration, and active litigation stages. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage deadlines and legal support tasks with minimal supervision in a small-firm setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee case schedules by tracking court dates, filing deadlines, and procedural requirements to help matters progress without delay.</p><p>• Prepare, finalize, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in both state and federal courts.</p><p>• Arrange and coordinate key case events, including hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and meetings with expert witnesses.</p><p>• Support pre-litigation activity by organizing case materials, assisting with settlement preparation, and monitoring next steps.</p><p>• Review, sort, and maintain document productions so records remain accurate, accessible, and ready for attorney review.</p><p>• Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, experts, and outside service providers regarding case-related logistics and updates.</p><p>• Maintain well-organized physical and digital case files while ensuring day-to-day litigation support needs are handled promptly.</p><p>• Assist with knowledge transfer and cross-training activities associated with the transition of responsibilities within the practice.</p>
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced PI paralegal to join a growing personal injury law firm in Ktown. This role focuses on litigation support and offers the opportunity to take ownership of substantive case work while collaborating closely with attorneys and a senior paralegal. The position begins onsite to support onboarding and team integration, with the possibility of a hybrid schedule after an initial ramp-up period.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a litigation caseload in partnership with assigned attorneys, supporting personal injury matters from early case development through trial preparation.</p><p>• Prepare substantive legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses with strong attention to detail and deadlines.</p><p>• Review client treatment progress and medical-related case activity to help keep matters moving forward effectively.</p><p>• Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates, answering questions, and helping ensure they remain engaged in the legal process.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal support staff, including records and calendaring personnel, to keep case files organized and litigation timelines on track.</p><p>• Use case management and productivity tools, including CasePeer, Microsoft Office, and Teams, to document activity and manage workflow.</p><p>• Assist with trial preparation and other advanced litigation tasks as cases progress toward resolution.</p><p>• Work under the guidance of assigned attorneys and the senior paralegal while contributing independently to day-to-day case advancement.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
- <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>
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 180000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
- <p>A well-established midsize (30+ attorneys) defense firm is looking to add a <strong>Law & Motion Attorney</strong> to its growing team. The ideal Law & Motion Attorney candidate will have at least 5+ years of California civil litigation experience as a California-licensed attorney and strong writing skills.</p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will draft motions to strike, demurrers, and discovery motions, as well as occasionally drafting dispositive motions and pretrial motions. This Law & Motion Attorney will also argue the motions they drafted. The firm's yearly billable requirement is 1800 hours.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My team has placed 5 attorneys with this firm, and 3 are now partners. The firm also offers 100% remote work throughout California.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Attorneys are drawn to this firm for its collaborative culture, strong reputation, and commitment to work-life balance. For more than 30 years, the firm has represented well-known clients while maintaining an environment where attorneys can build long-term careers.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm offers medical benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parking, bar dues, MCLEs, and a <strong>defined billable bonus plan</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
- Los Angeles, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 61.75 - 66 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced legal leader to guide housing advocacy efforts within a mission-driven Legal services organization in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position will oversee legal strategy, team leadership, external partnerships, and program operations that support meaningful outcomes for low-income communities. The ideal candidate brings deep housing law knowledge, a collaborative leadership approach, and a strong commitment to equity, trauma-informed practice, and community-centered legal services.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the direction of housing-related legal advocacy by shaping program strategy and ensuring alignment across practice areas.</p><p>• Manage and develop supervising attorneys through consistent coaching, performance feedback, and leadership support.</p><p>• Foster coordination among housing teams and other internal programs by encouraging knowledge sharing, joint problem-solving, and cross-functional learning.</p><p>• Establish and refine methods for tracking outcomes, analyzing program performance, and reporting community impact.</p><p>• Oversee attorney and support staff staffing efforts, including hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing career development.</p><p>• Work with organizational leadership to carry out operational policies, practice standards, and agency-wide initiatives.</p><p>• Strengthen diversity, equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed approaches throughout the housing law practice.</p><p>• Partner with finance and external stakeholders on budgeting, funding strategy, grant support, compliance oversight, and contract accountability.</p><p>• Cultivate relationships with community groups, legal service providers, public agencies, and pro bono partners to expand collaboration and outreach.</p>
- 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
- Laguna Hills, CA
- remote
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>Litigation Attorney – Insurance Defense | Remote (SoCal Appearances Required)</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm:</strong></p><p>This growing litigation firm focuses on defending catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, uninsured motorist, pre-litigation, and punitive damages matters. The team offers a collaborative environment with strong mentorship, substantial litigation exposure, and clear opportunities for long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>Interested in handling high-exposure litigation and gaining meaningful courtroom experience? This role is ideal for an attorney who genuinely enjoys litigating and wants hands-on involvement in complex insurance defense matters from inception through trial.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle court appearances in insurance defense matters throughout Southern California</li><li>Review medical records, claim files, and litigation documents</li><li>Interview clients, witnesses, and insureds regarding case facts and litigation strategy</li><li>Draft and argue motions, including substantive law & motion work</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare case evaluations and analysis</li><li>Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and second chair trials approximately 5–7 times annually</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks of the Firm:</strong></p><ul><li>Remote flexibility</li><li>Encouraging and collaborative work environment</li><li>Strong mentorship and training</li><li>Good mix of junior and senior attorneys for support and growth</li><li>Rapidly growing firm with advancement opportunities</li><li>Substantial support staff, including eight paralegals</li></ul>
- 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z