<p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Contract Attorney</strong> specializing in warranty litigation to join our team in a hybrid capacity. The ideal candidate will have experience handling mid-to-large caseloads and be responsible for drafting discovery documents, preparing motions, and supporting deposition and trial preparation. Key duties also include managing ongoing cases, ensuring compliance with litigation timelines, and addressing client needs efficiently. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment with both remote and in-office responsibilities. Flexible scheduling and competitive compensation are offered for this contract position.</p><p>This position is ideal for legal professionals seeking opportunities to learn and grow in litigation, particularly involving warranty disputes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle all aspects of discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, conducting depositions, and managing document review.</p><p>• Draft and file motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and adherence to deadlines.</p><p>• Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, trials, and settlement conferences.</p><p>• Manage a high-volume caseload efficiently, ensuring each case progresses effectively and in compliance with legal standards.</p><p>• Provide legal counsel and support to clients in lemon law and other civil litigation matters.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure seamless case management and client satisfaction.</p><p>• Utilize case management and document management software to organize and track case progress.</p><p>• Analyze consumer complaints and claims to determine appropriate legal strategies.</p><p>• Conduct legal research to support case arguments and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>• Maintain professionalism and adhere to ethical standards while interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials.</p>
<p>Established well-known firm is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy litigation attorney. The Litigation Attorney will work on cases related to general business and real estate disputes, secured lending transactions, commercial leasing, creditor's and debtor’s rights, and bankruptcy litigation. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Lead trial cases involving complex business disputes such as contracts, partnership rights, unfair business practices, real estate disputes, and various business tort claims.</p><p>• Represent a diverse group of businesses, including real estate brokers and developers, in defense.</p><p>• Handle representation of financial institutions, debt buyers, and leasing companies in breach of contract actions, bankruptcy cases, and post-judgment enforcement actions.</p><p>• Focus on creditor’s rights in matters involving commercial lending and leasing.</p><p>• Draft loan documents in connection with secured lending, partnership agreements, limited liability company operating agreements, and commercial leases.</p><p>• Represent debtors and/or creditors in Chapter 7 and 11 cases, including filing petitions, claims, disclosure statements, and plans of reorganization.</p><p>• Represent clients in adversary actions and contested matters.</p><p>• Work on commercial litigation involving lending, leasing, real estate, and shareholder disputes.</p><p>• Defend financial institutions involving alleged violations.</p><p>• Represent financial institutions in various types of bankruptcy cases and proceedings.</p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Quidana Dove at Quidana [dot] Dove [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p>
<p>Our client, a boutique commercial litigation trial firm in Downtown Los Angeles, is hiring a Litigation Secretary to support up to 5 attorneys in a fast-paced, trial-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>🔹 What You’ll Do:</p><p>• Handle state and federal court filings</p><p>• Manage calendaring and scheduling (hearings, depositions, etc.)</p><p>• Support trial prep (up to 2x/year)</p><p>• Format TOAs/TOCs in Word</p><p>• Prepare expense reports</p><p>• Organize documents in iManage</p><p>• Occasional late-night filings & OT during trial periods</p><p><br></p><p>🗓 Schedule:</p><p>• <strong>Hybrid: First 90 days – 4 days onsite; then 2 days onsite/week</strong></p><p>• <strong>7-hour workday (9 AM–5 PM)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>✅ What You Bring:</p><p>• 5+ years of California civil litigation experience in:</p><p>– Business/Commercial</p><p>– Employment</p><p>– Intellectual Property</p><p>– Real Estate</p><p>• State and federal court filing experience is required</p><p>• Strong formatting & calendaring skills</p><p>• Comfortable in a high-performance, trial-focused setting</p><p>• Bachelor’s degree preferred</p><p><br></p><p>🎁 Perks & Benefits:</p><p>• Year-end discretionary bonus</p><p>• Paid vacation + sick days</p><p>• Medical, dental, and vision coverage</p><p>• Paid parking</p><p>• 401(k) + profit sharing</p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCALRHL</p>
<p>A trendy, growing, education-based plaintiff personal injury firm is seeking an experienced Spanish-speaking intake legal assistant to join their growing team.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Prior personal injury intake experience is a must-have. Please do not apply without it. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>Will be responsible for intake only, not comprehensive case management.</p><p>o About 4.5 hour of phone time per day.</p><p>o 50 outbound calls per day, sometimes the same person, just trying different phone numbers/area codes.</p><p>o AI helps with outbound dialing.</p><p>o Filling out forms with clients.</p><p>o Screening clients to make sure they are a good fit (discussing the injury, assessing the potential case).</p><p>o Sending out e-retainers</p><p>o Once the retainer is signed, it’s done – they don’t set up treatment or handle client throughout.</p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><p>· <u>Hours</u>: Ideally 10am-7pm but not set on that (intake hours are 7am to 9pm). One Saturday every 6 weeks; you’ll know far in advance. And day off during the week because of that.</p><p>· <u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</p><p>o Nobody from a low-volume shop</p><p>o Nobody who wants to be a paralegal; this is an intake role</p><p>o Someone comfortable being on the phone</p><p>o Someone who understands the necessity of building rapport with clients, understanding the injury, sassing out the case.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· “We take our time training, we want people to be here for a long time!” – Managing Partner</p><p>· They have a suite at the Honda Center and regularly go watch the Ducks play. People hang out outside of work!</p><p>· Lunches as a team most weeks, whether it’s a potluck, lunch & learn, catered, etc.</p><p>· Trendy office: cool mood lighting, multiple bars, lots of plants, meditation/rest room with blankets to take naps on your break, fancy espresso machine, and dogs welcome (they stay in their attorney’s offices generally, though).</p><p>· Casual office dress, most people wear jeans. They believe people should be comfortable at work.</p><p>· This role is not just a cog in a machine. “Intake is the gas line that makes everything go!”</p><p>· Unlike some plaintiff PI firms, “our approach is educational based. We say, here is what an attorney can do for you, here’s how we can help: with PT, doctors, insurance etc.” – Managing Partner</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a prominent family law firm located in Woodland Hills, CA, in their search for a Family Law Paralegal. This is an exciting contract-to-hire opportunity offering a hybrid work schedule (2-3 days on-site). If you have a passion for family law, strong organizational skills, and a desire to contribute to a thriving legal team, we encourage you to apply!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys in case management for family law matters, including divorce, child custody, spousal and child support, and domestic violence cases.</li><li>Draft and prepare legal documents such as petitions, responses, motions, declarations, financial disclosures, and settlement agreements.</li><li>Conduct legal research and ensure accurate filing of court forms in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.</li><li>Manage case files and maintain organization across a high volume of active cases.</li><li>Coordinate with clients to gather necessary documentation and provide status updates.</li><li>Liaise with courts, opposing counsel, and other parties as needed to schedule hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.</li><li>Support attorneys during trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and managing trial binders.</li><li>Perform additional administrative and case management duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic mid-sized law firm that is opening a new <strong>Berkeley office</strong> to expand the growing practice. As part of this exciting growth, the firm is seeking <strong>two Paralegals</strong> to join its expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a collaborative legal environment while growing your skills in consumer law.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Support attorneys with case preparation, discovery, and trial readiness.</li><li>Draft and proof legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence.</li><li>Manage case files, deadlines, and document production.</li><li>Conduct legal and factual research related to lemon law matters.</li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, and internal team members.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique Trusts and Estates law firm located in Westwood in their search for a skilled Probate Paralegal. This position offers a contract-to-hire arrangement with a highly flexible hybrid schedule, requiring just one day per week on-site.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle probate administration processes, including preparation and filing of petitions, inventories, accountings, and other probate court documents.</li><li>Manage communication with clients, courts, and other parties on estate matters.</li><li>Draft correspondence, legal forms, and other documentation related to trusts and estates matters.</li><li>Maintain and organize client files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys to ensure timely progression of cases.</li><li>Conduct legal research and assist with resolution of probate-related issues.</li><li>Oversee the calendaring of deadlines and hearings, ensuring all timelines are met.</li></ul><p><br></p>
