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6 results for Transactional Attorney in San Diego, CA

Attorney

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary
66.8705 - 77.429 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Attorney to join our team in San Diego, California, on a contract basis. In this role, you will handle a variety of legal matters with a focus on creditors' rights litigation, collaborating with experienced professionals to deliver exceptional results. This position offers an excellent opportunity to refine your expertise in civil litigation while working in both state and federal court environments. Responsibilities: • Manage creditors' rights litigation and related legal matters, ensuring cases progress effectively. • Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and other legal correspondence. • Represent clients in court proceedings and assist in trial preparation. • Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and maintain knowledge of relevant statutes and case law. • Review case files and collaborate with the team to develop and implement effective legal strategies. • Maintain and update case management systems, ensuring the accuracy of all legal documentation. • Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. • Work closely with legal staff to meet deadlines and adhere to court requirements. • Lead and provide support to a small legal team, ensuring smooth operations.
2026-04-14T00:00:00Z

Associate Attorney

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
A firm whose managing partners spun off from a large notable law firm in San Diego are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their boutique litigation firm based in San Diego, California. The firm specializes in transportation law, catastrophic injury cases, dental malpractice, and complex personal injury defense. This role offers an excellent opportunity to manage a diverse caseload and be mentored by partners who actually want to invest in their associates. Responsibilities:• Manage a comprehensive caseload that includes both pre-litigation and active litigation files.• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, discovery motions, dispositive motions, and trial preparation materials.• Collaborate with colleagues to prepare for depositions, negotiations, and client meetings, providing strategic insights.• Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel and other parties to resolve disputes and achieve favorable outcomes.• Maintain regular communication with clients to update them on case progress and strategies.• Prepare cases for trial, ensuring all necessary documents and strategies are in place.• Meet billable hour requirements of 1850 annually, with opportunities to exceed expectations and bonus off that! Pay is contingent upon experience with the duties above. Perks of Company:<ul><li>Devoted to mentoring and training to become a better a version of themselves </li><li> “Our big focus is mentorship. That is what makes us appealing to many younger lawyers who were told they’d get that and been left in the dark. We avoid that at all costs.” – managing partner</li><li>“There is room for growth. We are looking for people who want to build careers!” – managing partner</li><li>We placed an associate there earlier this year who is happy! </li></ul>
2026-03-20T00:00:00Z

Associate Attorney

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
13000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
One of RHL's repeat clients, a regional civil litigation firm in San Diego, retained us again to find their next civil litigation defense attorney. We have placed 3 legal professionals here who love it! The last attorney has had nothing but positive things to say. This role will ideally be hybrid, based out of San Diego (and associates with less than 4 years of licensed experience should live/be willing to work onsite here), but remote candidates in other parts of SoCal are welcome to apply. This defense attorney will be handling cases start to finish, and should have at least 2 years of civil litigation experience in CA. Please do not apply without this! Responsibilities of Role: <ul><li>law & motion</li><li>ex partes, pleading challenges, discovery motions, meet & confers, motions to compel are most common</li><li>discovery</li><li>depositions (once up and running, they will take/defend 1-2 per week).</li></ul>· Billable requirement: “The goal is 1950 but the minimum is 1800.”· Software: Word and Adobe for drafting. Outlook for calendaring. Firm Central is used for document management and billing time. This role offers flexible working hours and hybrid remote days, but the candidate should be local to SoCal (ideally local to San Diego if less than 5 years of experience).
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Solana Beach, CA
onsite
Temporary
35 - 43 USD / Hourly
We're seeking a knowledgeable and meticulous Tax Accountant to manage and support our tax compliance, planning, and reporting functions. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing federal, state, and local tax filings, researching tax issues, and collaborating with external advisors to optimize our tax position while ensuring full compliance with all applicable regulations. This position offers significant exposure to complex tax matters across multiple jurisdictions and entity types. You'll work closely with the Controller and CFO on strategic tax planning initiatives while handling the tactical day-to-day requirements of a growing organization. If you thrive on solving intricate problems, staying current with evolving tax law, and translating technical requirements into actionable recommendations, this role is for you.What You'll Do<ul><li>Prepare and file federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple entities, including C-corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, and LLCs, ensuring accuracy and timely submission</li><li>Calculate and process quarterly estimated tax payments across all jurisdictions, monitoring cash flow implications and maintaining detailed payment schedules</li><li>Manage sales and use tax compliance, including registration in new jurisdictions, monthly and quarterly filings, exemption certificate maintenance, and nexus analysis</li><li>Prepare annual property tax filings and coordinate with assessors to ensure accurate valuations and timely appeals when appropriate</li><li>Research and document tax positions on complex transactions, including M&A activity, intercompany arrangements, and international considerations, providing clear memoranda for management review</li><li>Monitor and analyze changes in tax legislation at the federal, state, and local levels, assessing potential impacts on the organization and recommending proactive strategies</li><li>Support income tax provision calculations under ASC 740, including current and deferred tax computations, effective tax rate reconciliations, and uncertain tax position analyses</li><li>Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors on compliance projects, provision reviews, and audit support, serving as the primary internal point of contact for tax matters</li><li>Maintain organized tax workpapers and documentation to support all filings and positions, ensuring audit-readiness at all times</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing documentation and compliance for intercompany transactions, working with advisors to maintain contemporaneous documentation meeting regulatory standards</li><li>Respond to tax authority inquiries, notices, and audits, gathering documentation, preparing responses, and managing the resolution process</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls within the tax function</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, legal, and operations teams to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions and transactions</li></ul>
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

In House Counsel

San Diego, CA
remote
Contract / Temporary to Hire
83 - 100 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced In-House Counsel to join our team in San Diego, California. This Contract to permanent position requires a skilled legal expert to handle complex commercial transactions and agreements while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, offering expert legal guidance to support business operations. Responsibilities:• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including client service contracts, business associate agreements, and requests for proposals.• Manage legal agreements from initiation to completion, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and industry regulations.• Address legal concerns related to privacy, confidentiality, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and other compliance issues.• Provide timely feedback on agreements, understanding deal structures, and suggesting revisions as necessary.• Engage in negotiations to resolve contractual terms and conditions effectively.• Acknowledge receipt of agreements and ensure a turnaround time of approximately two weeks.• Collaborate with internal teams to align agreements with the company's strategic goals and legal standards.• Support training initiatives by utilizing company playbooks to streamline agreement processes.
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

In House Counsel

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
125000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a well-known and highly-regarded company in the technology/aerospace industry, seeking add another attorney to their busy team. The ideal attorney will have 2-8 years of experience and a pedigreed background. Summary of Role:This in-house counsel will focus almost exclusively on contracts, specifically drafting and redlining. The types of contracts will be diverse, from purchase agreements to NDAs to manufacturing agreements. A high level of research & writing is expected. Ancillary duties related to M&A, securities, and corporate governance may be assigned occasionally. However, someone who likes to put their head down and crank out contracts will be best for this position. Team:<ul><li>This in-house counsel will report directly to the General Counsel, and have hands-on interaction/feedback.</li><li>Four other attorneys and ten other support staff work in the legal department.</li><li>All are on-site daily.</li></ul> Perks:<ul><li>Serene, beautiful campus with a pool, gym, and cafeteria that serves subsidized (and yummy) food</li><li>Exposure to high-level, sophisticated, high-stakes work</li><li>Hands-on training and mentorship from the GC</li></ul>
2026-03-20T00:00:00Z