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11 results for General Counsel in San Diego, CA

In-House Counsel

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
79 - 101 USD / Hourly
Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support dispute resolution and contract-related conflict management.</li><li>Advise business leaders on transaction structuring, contractual risk, negotiations, and deal execution.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including financing-related contracts, referral and partnership agreements, marketing agreements, and technology/software contracts.</li><li>Lead negotiations with vendors, strategic partners, service providers, and technology companies.</li><li>Maintain and update contract templates, playbooks, and standard agreements.</li><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle, including approvals, renewals, amendments, and terminations.</li><li>Oversee vendor management processes, including onboarding, risk assessments, audits, and regulatory exposure reviews.</li><li>Experience with commercial lending or other financial products is preferred.</li><li>Exposure to capital markets, credit facilities, bank partnership programs, and AI-enabled legal workflows is a plus.</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
65 - 70 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Attorney to support a growing litigation practice in San Diego, California. This is a Contract position suited for a California-licensed lawyer with at least 3 years of experience handling civil and intellectual property disputes. The role focuses on strong written advocacy, case strategy, and hands-on participation across discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation. Responsibilities: • Prepare, edit, and refine litigation materials such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda for matters in state and federal court. • Perform thorough legal research and turn findings into clear, persuasive written arguments that support case objectives. • Support trial readiness by helping shape case strategy, organizing exhibits, and coordinating witness-related preparation. • Take part in depositions by preparing witnesses, developing examination outlines, and handling testimony sessions as needed. • Manage discovery activities, including drafting written discovery requests, preparing responses, and reviewing production obligations. • Assess case facts and legal issues to identify risks, evaluate available options, and recommend practical next steps to clients and the litigation team. • Contribute to planning for resolution paths such as settlement discussions, mediation, and trial proceedings. • Appear at hearings, conferences, and negotiations when required to advance litigation matters. • Maintain accurate case records, monitor court deadlines, and ensure compliance with procedural requirements. • Work closely with partners and senior attorneys to strengthen litigation strategy and deliver clear, consistent client communication.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Family Law Attorney

San Diego, CA
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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>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Securities Litigation Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Litigation Attorney - Securities + Consumer ProtectionLocation: San Diego, CASchedule: Hybrid/Onsite (4 days onsite per week)Compensation: Up to $200,000 + bonus potential Position OverviewA nationally recognized boutique class action litigation firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its San Diego team. The firm focuses on complex plaintiff-side litigation, including securities class actions, consumer protection, and antitrust matters.This attorney will work closely with experienced partners on high-impact cases and will have the opportunity to manage matters from inception through resolution. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage litigation matters from start to finish</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents</li><li>Handle depositions and discovery matters</li><li>Propound and respond to discovery requests</li><li>Make court appearances as needed</li><li>Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on complex litigation strategies</li><li>Work closely with a team of securities and class action litigators</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Compensation up to $200,000, depending on experience</li><li>Discretionary year-end bonus opportunity</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision benefits</li><li>Employer contribution toward employee medical premiums</li><li>401(k) plan with employer matching</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Three weeks of vacation to start, with additional vacation increases based on tenure</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>CLE and bar registration reimbursement</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Probate Litigation Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Associate Attorney – Probate, Trust & Estate LitigationEncinitas, CA - On-site$90,000-$150,000 About the PositionA well-established boutique law firm in Southern California is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation practice. The firm focuses exclusively on probate, trust, estate, and conservatorship matters, providing attorneys with the opportunity to build deep subject-matter expertise while working on challenging and meaningful cases. This Associate Attorney role is ideal for a motivated attorney who enjoys litigation, values collaboration, and wants significant responsibility early in their career. You will work directly with experienced attorneys, appear in court, interact with clients, and manage cases from inception through resolution. What You'll Do<ul><li>Handle probate, trust, and conservatorship litigation matters.</li><li>Draft petitions, motions, briefs, pleadings, and legal correspondence.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.</li><li>Prepare, serve, and respond to written discovery.</li><li>Attend hearings, status conferences, mediations, and settlement proceedings.</li><li>Take and defend depositions.</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients regarding case progress.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff to develop effective litigation strategies.</li><li>Maintain organized case files while managing multiple deadlines.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive compensation based on experience.</li><li>Annual performance bonus opportunities.</li><li>Employer-paid medical and vision insurance.</li><li>401(k) plan with company matching.</li><li>Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.</li><li>Professional development and mentorship from experienced litigators.</li><li>Opportunities for courtroom appearances and direct client interaction.</li><li>Supportive, collaborative workplace with regular team events.</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Attorney, Data Privacy Litigation

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
A high-end boutique firm with a dozen attorneys in downtown San Diego is seeking a litigation attorney to join their team, who will work on data privacy and data security cases. This litigator should have 2-10 years of experience. This litigator will also handle generic business and commercial litigation cases, but the data privacy and cyber security cases are ramping up right now! Responsibilities of Role:<ul><li>All forms of written discovery – responding and propounding, and understanding objections and using them appropriately</li><li>Depos - taking and defending</li><li>Motions - discovery motions, demurs, motions to strike, MSJs, MSAs, motions for sanctions, or any pre-trial motion handled at the pleading or discovery phase</li><li>Court appearances - hearings and CMCs</li><li>Trial (if you want it) - jury instructions, figuring out what exhibits need to be listed, joint trial readiness conference reports</li></ul>· Billable requirement: 1850 for associates. Most attorneys hit it, there’s no shortage of work. Litigators often go above it because they are slammed right now. Profile that would be a fit:· 2-10 years, no more, no less, ideally at a semi-recognizable firm (no PI or family law).· Coming from big law and burned out on cut throat mentality, wans more mentorship, or fewer hours. Or people who truly care about your career.· “We don’t do well with people who are all about themselves they don’t seem to last here!”· Someone who knows enough about civil procedure – doesn’t need practice area experience Perks of Company:· Managing partners eat lunch with the file clerks – very congenial atmosphere.· Regular potlucks and holiday parties.· Attorneys coach each other’s kids’ soccer and baseball games.· Actively in a growth phase - it’s a time of opportunity at the firm.· Firm has systems, processes, and procedures in places (including manuals on how to do things like submit a reimbursement). It’s easy to assimilate!· You are not sat down at a desk and expected to fend for yourself.· No yellers/screamers/bullies tolerated!
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Litigation Associate

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 215000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Litigation Associate to join a complex federal practice. This firm has multiple offices around the country, but is looking for an Associate onsite in San Diego, California. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney with at least a year of civil litigation experience in a high-end, writing intensive practice area. Those with clerkship experience are strongly encouraged to apply! The role offers meaningful exposure to sophisticated litigation work, regular collaboration with experienced partners, and a practice environment that values strong judgment, excellent writing, and high-quality advocacy. Perks of Company:<ul><li>San Diego office has almost 100 attorneys who all focus on this complex federal practice area.</li><li>Top plaintiff securities litigation firm. They take pride in helping shareholders and individuals.</li><li>Associates work with multiple managing partners (mentorship from multiple senior attorneys – you’re not set a practice group). You have a diverse team depending on case!</li><li>Training on the practice area: one of the managing partners that does a securities litigation crash course every year, for first years or people who want it. </li></ul>Responsibilities:• Craft litigation strategy• Preparing cases for trial• Write and appear on motions in federal courts• Correspond with clients and opposing counsel Profile that would be a fit:<ul><li>An accounting or finance background would be wonderful! Knowing about the stock market/economy is helpful.</li><li>Mass tort background is welcome.</li><li>No medical malpractice, family law, workers’ compensation, or criminal. Probably not employment law either (unless class action).</li><li>Strong schooling and academic performance and writing skills are important. </li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Plaintiff Employment Litigation Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
170000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
Employment Litigation Attorney (Plaintiff-Side) - ONE DAY ON-SITE!A highly respected, women‑owned boutique employment law firm in San Diego is seeking an employment litigation attorney to join its close‑knit, mission‑driven team. The firm is known for its exceptional plaintiff‑side advocacy, strong community reputation, and an impressive 99% success rate. With a focused team of partners, one associate, paralegals, and legal assistants, this boutique environment offers meaningful mentorship, hands‑on case ownership, and the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of clients. About the FirmThis midsized boutique law firm concentrates on plaintiff employment litigation and sexual abuse matters. The team is widely respected throughout the San Diego legal community-by co‑counsel, opposing counsel, and judges alike - and maintains a selective, high‑quality caseload. Culture is collaborative, positive, and advocacy‑driven, with leadership that includes attorneys from nationally recognized plaintiffs’ firms. Key ResponsibilitiesAs an employment litigation attorney, you will independently manage a diverse portfolio of single‑plaintiff cases from intake through trial, including:<ul><li>Handling discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and related employment matters</li><li>Drafting complaints, dispositive and discovery motions, mediation briefs, arbitration briefs, trial briefs, and MSJs</li><li>Taking and defending depositions</li><li>Propounding and responding to written discovery</li><li>Partnering directly with clients to prepare for mediation, develop case strategy, and provide consistent case updates</li><li>Preparing for and participating in trials</li></ul>Perks & Culture<ul><li>Highly selective caseload-quality over quantity</li><li>Exceptional reputation within the San Diego legal community</li><li>Leadership includes a former partner from a nationally recognized plaintiffs’ firm</li><li>Annual firm retreats (next destination: Mexico City)</li><li>Office closure for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s</li><li>Kombucha on tap + fully stocked healthy snacks</li><li>$50/month fitness stipend</li><li>Supportive, people‑first culture</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Salary: $150K–$190K+ depending on experience</li><li>Bonuses: Quarterly + year‑end performance bonuses, plus 10% unlimited origination fees</li><li>Healthcare: 100% employer‑paid medical for employees + dependents; vision and dental included</li><li>401(k): Available (no match)</li><li>PTO: Unlimited</li><li>Other Benefits: HSA option, monthly fitness stipend</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Litigation Assistant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
A well-established, full-service law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking a litigation assistant. This desk will focus on business litigation - in both state and federal court. This firm has an excellent reputation in the San Diego legal community, and the role will support 3 attorneys. Responsibilities:o e-filing in state and federal courts (using OneLegal)o maintaining and updating 2-3 attorney calendarso preparing exhibit and trial/hearing binderso typing and preparing pleadings including proofreading Perks of Company:· RHL has placed two legal assistants in the last year who are happy!· Many employees have strong tenure and stick around · Every other month or so, the firm sponsors lunches to celebrate milestones· Fancy Christmas party at a steakhouse downtown · Transportation allowance · This role boasts a 7.5 hour work day!
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Litigation Assistant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A prestigious, long-standing San Diego law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals within a busy litigation practice group. This will support a probate, trusts & estates litigation desk. but the attorneys will train on the practice area. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Draft, proofread, and revise pleadings, discovery responses, and general correspondence.</li><li>Manage State and Federal court filings (e-filing), manage service of process, and prepare exhibit binders for hearings/trials.</li><li>Manage complex litigation calendars, schedule depositions/client meetings, and handle new matter openings and conflict checks.</li><li>Conduct intake with clients, call court staff, and coordinate opposing counsel.</li></ul>Pay is contingent upon fluency in the litigation tasks above. Perks of Firm:<ul><li>The firm is good at training. Mentorship comes from the supervising attorneys. </li><li>The partner and senior associate on this desk are fun! They don’t take themselves too seriously.</li><li>Beautiful office view, a gym onsite, and cool amenities. </li><li>Fun events throughout the year like golf tournaments, Padres game suite, fancy half-day holiday party. “This firm likes to party!” -HR </li><li>Tons of organic fruit delivered each Monday.</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Employment Attorney - 130 Billables Hrs/mo

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an attorney with employment experience to join a tenured, growing in San Diego, California. This role focuses on employment litigation defense, including managing class action lawsuits, conducting depositions, and attending court hearings. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, family-friendly environment while handling complex legal matters with precision and attention to detail. Responsibilities:• Manage employment litigation cases from initiation through trial, ensuring thorough preparation and strategic execution.• Participate in defending large class action lawsuits alongside firm principals and senior attorneys.• Conduct depositions and court appearances as part of discovery and case proceedings.• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and legal briefs with attention to detail and compliance.• Represent clients effectively in hearings and other courtroom settings.• Maintain clear and detail-oriented communication with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel.• Only 130 billable hours per month!• Collaborate with the firm's transactional group on employment-related matters as needed.• Stay updated on California and federal labor laws to provide informed counsel.• Contribute to the firm's positive and stable work environment through teamwork and reliability.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z