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Attorney/Lawyer

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with well-established national defense practice in San Diego, California. We have placed people with this firm's other Southern California offices and the feedback is consistent: people are nice, partners have time to mentor and collaborate, and the firm offers great resources so people can focus on practicing. This opportunity is ideal for a litigation attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, hands-on case work, and the support of a collaborative office environment. The role will encompass broad general liability litigation, offering exposure to cases from initial filing through resolution or trial. Attorneys in this position will work in a hybrid setting with regular in-office collaboration and access to mentorship, firmwide resources, and a strong collaborative community. Responsibilities:• Manage a litigation caseload from intake through trial preparation and resolution, handling matters with increasing independence based on experience level.• Conduct all phases of discovery, including drafting written discovery, reviewing responses, and preparing for and taking depositions.• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal filings that support case strategy and meet court deadlines.• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and other proceedings, and represent clients effectively in all interactions.• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders regarding case developments and strategy.• Handle matters involving general liability disputes such as premises, traffic, and construction, and other types of litigation cases.• Track time accurately and meet billable expectations using the firm’s timekeeping and practice management systems.• Collaborate with colleagues across the San Diego, California office and the broader national platform to develop litigation strategy and share knowledge.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Attorney

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
50 - 80 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to support an innovative AI and biotechnology company for about 10 hours/week. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for a California-barred attorney who can provide timely legal guidance with strong day-to-day responsiveness. The role focuses on commercial, data, privacy, and research-related matters while partnering with business leaders on strategic legal risk and operational decisions. Responsibilities:• Draft, review, and negotiate data access, data use, data sharing, and research collaboration agreements with hospitals, universities, and academic medical institutions.• Prepare and revise vendor-facing contracts, including SaaS, cloud services, AI platform, consulting, and laboratory-related agreements.• Support early-stage commercial initiatives by structuring pilot engagements and proof-of-concept arrangements that align with business and legal objectives.• Develop and negotiate master service agreements, statements of work, and standard commercial contract templates as customer relationships expand.• Advise executives on governance, privacy considerations, commercial exposure, and rights related to AI model training and data usage.• Coordinate with and manage outside counsel when specialized support is required for complex legal matters.• Provide employment-related legal support, including offer documentation and invention assignment agreements.• Deliver prompt legal feedback and maintain consistent same-day communication with internal stakeholders through collaboration tools such as Slack.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Family Law Attorney

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
A small family law practice in downtown San Diego is expanding, due to an influx in work. "I am trying to maintain this boutique atmosphere where my clients get personalized attention. "Anytime you get above 30, people start feeling like a number, not someone you are actually trying to help,” the partner lamented. Robert Half Legal is helping grow the practice while maintaining quality representation the firm is known for. Responsibilities of Role: · Will be responsible for:o 15-25 family law cases. 20 is average. Taking cases from beginning to end.o Weekly court appearances.o Some law & motion, briefs.o All types of cases: DV, dissolutions, support, custody – no adoption.· Billables: 110 target. 130 billable hours/month = bonuses. Current associate averaged 130/month. “I want my employees to earn those bonuses. Details of Role:· Hours: Flexible, starting anytime between 7am-9am. Some people come in at 7am and leave by 2pm.· Work Plan: 3 days in office, 2 days from home. The main partner is in the office from 9am-3pm. That’s fine. “I want them to learn by osmosis.” Perks of Company:· Work-life balance: low volume, flexible hours, hybrid schedule. “Outside of work, you don’t have to worry about work on weekends. You are not expected to reply to clients on the weekends.”· Opportunity to shine! “You’re given the opportunity to manage your own cases.”· Lucrative bonus structure, paid out monthly (during trial, monthly bonuses can be $10K). Compensation:· Salary: $180,000 and $225,000, DOE· Bonus: multiple ways to bonus, due to billables, referrals, and firm performance (paid out monthly! o Healthcare: A silver level plan is available that the firm covers (employee only). Beyond that, is employee pays difference.o 401K: 3% SIMPLE IRA matcho PTO: unlimited (assuming billable hours are met) + 10 holidayso Other: CA bar fees, CLEs, SD Family Law Association Fee covered
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Family Law Attorney

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
Family Law Attorney - 50% on site, 50% remoteA respected boutique family law firm located in downtown San Diego is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney (5+ years) to join its growing practice. The firm is known for providing compassionate, strategic counsel and delivering exceptional client outcomes across all aspects of family law - from complex dissolutions to custody disputes and premarital planning. About the RoleThis is an ideal opportunity for a Family Law Attorney who enjoys hands-on case management and client interaction within a collaborative, high-caliber team. The role offers a hybrid schedule (50% on-site, 50% remote) and the chance to take ownership of a diverse caseload. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Manage cases from initial consultation through resolution or trial.</li><li>Handle all aspects of discovery, depositions, mediation, and motion practice.</li><li>Draft pleadings, declarations, and settlement agreements.</li><li>Appear in court regularly for hearings, conferences, and trials.</li><li>Provide strategic guidance and empathetic support to clients navigating sensitive family matters.</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.</li><li>Bonus potential tied to performance and billable hours.</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (downtown office + remote flexibility).</li><li>Comprehensive benefits including health, and 401(k) with match.</li><li>Unlimited PTO</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Healthcare Attorney

San Diego, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a litigation attorney with 3+ years of experience to join a reputable, 200+ attorney firm, serving hospitals and health plans. The healthcare team at this firm is woman run; it’s a combination of litigators and transactional lawyers. This position focuses on resolving complex disputes and advising clients on regulatory, operational, and contractual issues affecting care providers. The role offers a strong mix of counseling and dispute resolution work, with an emphasis on mediation and arbitration rather than frequent courtroom trials. This role can be remote, with a strong preference for candidates local to Southern California. Responsibilities:• Represent healthcare clients in litigation-related matters with a primary emphasis on mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution proceedings.• Counsel health plans, hospitals, and related organizations on healthcare regulations, compliance obligations, and day-to-day operational legal issues.• Provide legal guidance on reimbursement matters, including issues involving public healthcare programs and managed care arrangements.• Advise clients on health information privacy and security requirements and support risk management efforts related to sensitive data.• Assist with healthcare transactions, including merger and acquisition matters, by evaluating legal risks and supporting deal execution.• Prepare motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other legal documents in support of active healthcare disputes.• Maintain a practice consistent with an annual billable expectation of 1,850 hours, with eligible pro bono time counting toward that target. Perks of Firm:· Work-from-anywhere policy.· Good community, despite being mostly remote. Every office has weekly lunches and regular practice group meetings.· Employee resource groups for certain demographics / employees interested in certain topics.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Subrogation Attorney

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Are you a workers' compensation attorney looking to make a change? We are looking for a Subrogation Attorney to join a specialized litigation practice in San Diego. This role is well suited for an attorney with a workers’ compensation background who wants to expand into civil litigation while managing subrogation matters for insurer and adjuster clients. You will handle a diverse caseload involving accident-related losses, collaborate closely with clients, and contribute to efficient case resolution through strong advocacy, analysis, and communication. Responsibilities:• Manage a portfolio of subrogation files from intake through resolution, reviewing claim materials and identifying viable recovery opportunities.• Evaluate liability, damages, and medical causation issues in matters involving workplace incidents, vehicle collisions, and other tort-based losses.• Prepare litigation documents such as motions, settlement statements, mediation briefs, and other case-related filings.• Conduct discovery, participate in depositions, attend court appearances, and represent clients in mediations and related proceedings.• Communicate promptly with insurance professionals and adjusters regarding case status, strategy, and developments affecting recovery.• Analyze the procedural posture of connected workers’ compensation and civil matters to support informed legal strategy.• Negotiate with plaintiff counsel and other parties to pursue favorable settlements and maximize recoveries for clients.• Maintain billable work expectations while managing an active caseload in a fast-paced legal environment. Perks of Firm:· The two partners have been working together for 15 years. They were at Seigel Moreno and another firm together before starting their own.· They do 1:1 training on the practice area. They understand this can take a few months. · “Experience isn’t the top of my list. Work ethic is.”<ul><li>“I cannot think of the last time I had to make an appearance in person!” – partner </li><li>Weekly meetings to go over caseload</li><li>Depositions do not require hours of prep.</li></ul>
2026-10-17T00:00:00Z

REMOTE Auto Subrogation Attorney California Bar Required!

San Diego, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Associate Attorney (Remote – California Bar Required)Salary: $130,000–$150,000 + Discretionary Bonus A well-established California-based law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing Auto Subrogation team. This is a fully remote opportunity for a California-barred attorney, with office space available in Mission Valley for those who prefer an in-person work environment.The firm has been serving clients for over 20 years and is known for its stability, long-standing client relationships, and commitment to providing steady, high-quality legal work while maintaining a strong work-life balance. Position OverviewThe Associate Attorney will focus exclusively on auto subrogation matters, managing a contingency-based caseload from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of civil litigation experience and be comfortable handling matters independently while collaborating with an experienced legal team. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a caseload of auto subrogation matters from initial filing through resolution</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and legal memoranda</li><li>Handle court appearances, including case management conferences, mandatory settlement conferences, mediations, and trials as needed</li><li>Take and defend depositions</li><li>Propound and respond to written discovery</li><li>Negotiate settlements and work toward efficient claim resolution</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members</li></ul>Work Environment<ul><li>Fully remote position</li><li>Firm provides work-from-home technology</li><li>No billable hour requirement</li><li>Supportive training structure with a dedicated training manager and attorney mentorship to help attorneys become proficient in the practice area</li></ul>Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $130,000–$150,000Additional compensation:<ul><li>Eligible for discretionary bi-annual bonuses after completing one full year of employment</li><li>Annual performance reviews with merit increases</li></ul>Benefits include:<ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>Firm pays approximately 90% of employee medical premium</li><li>Coverage begins the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period</li><li>401(k) plan with 4% employer match after one year of employment (immediately vested)</li><li>18 days of accrued PTO annually</li><li>7 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays</li><li>California Bar dues covered</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

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