<p>High-end boutique law firm located in Irvine; CA has an immediate opportunity for a litigation attorney to join their team. This firm is offering the litigation attorney mentorship and development as well as the opportunity to work on complex litigation matters related to commercial litigation, employment law and real estate. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle employment and business litigation cases</p><p>• Utilize case management software and legal software such as LexisNexis for efficient management of cases</p><p>• Employ strong litigation skills with a minimum of 5 years of experience</p><p>• Demonstrate significant state and federal court experience</p><p>• Show familiarity with class action procedural rules and ESI discovery</p><p>• Handle PAGA cases and A-Z class action employment </p><p>• Conduct depositions and manage law & motion </p><p>• Apply trial experience in handling cases</p><p>• Use management systems for efficient workflow</p><p>• Conduct briefings and present complex legal information in an understandable manner.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, submit resumes to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove <at> RobertHalf. <com></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL </p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Attorney to join a growing legal practice in Laguna Hills, California on a contract-to-permanent basis. This opportunity is well suited for a California-licensed attorney who is comfortable leading matters independently and guiding cases from initial filing through final resolution. The position offers meaningful ownership of a civil litigation docket, with strong consideration for candidates who bring recent construction litigation experience. Attorneys with substantial relevant experience may also be considered for flexible remote work arrangements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee a portfolio of active litigation files and move each matter forward with limited day-to-day supervision.<br>• Direct cases through every stage of the litigation process, from early case assessment and pleadings to settlement or trial preparation.<br>• Prepare, file, and argue motions while developing persuasive written submissions that support case strategy.<br>• Perform thorough legal analysis and produce well-crafted pleadings, briefs, and other court-ready documents.<br>• Lead discovery efforts, including written discovery, document review, depositions, and related case development activities.<br>• Advise clients on risk, strategy, and potential outcomes throughout the life of each matter.<br>• Participate in settlement discussions and negotiate resolutions aligned with client objectives.<br>• Work closely with firm leadership on case strategy while independently managing daily litigation responsibilities.
<p>An established California law firm with multiple offices state-wide is seeking an environmental litigation attorney with 7+ years of experience. Ideal candidates will have strong law and motion experience, including dispositive motions, as well as experience managing cases through discovery and trial preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include developing case strategy, conducting witness interviews, taking and defending depositions, drafting motions, and supporting trial efforts. Candidates should possess excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a strong work ethic.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is a hybrid work environment, either in San Diego or Los Angeles, 2-3x/week. The salary range is contingent upon enviornmental/eminent domain/land use experience, but generally $175,000-$300,000.</p>
<p>We’re partnering with a well-established insurance company seeking an experienced Litigation Defense Attorney to join its in-house legal team. This is a <strong>100% remote</strong> role, but courtroom presence is still key—travel for trials will be required across Southern California (from Orange County to Ventura).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What they’re looking for:</strong></p><p>• 2+ years of California personal injury litigation experience as a licensed Attorney (open to plaintiff or defense)</p><p>• Active California Bar license</p><p>• Trial preparation experience</p><p>• Currently reside in California <em>**DO NOT APPLY IF DON'T CURRENTLY LIVE IN CALIFORNIA</em></p><p><br></p><p>This is a rare in-house opportunity for an Attorney who is looking for the stability and focus of working directly with one client. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong></p><p>• Company car</p><p>• Company paid phone</p><p>• Medical, dental, and vision,</p><p>• 401K</p><p>• PTO</p><p>• Life Insurance </p><p>• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability</p><p>• HSA and FSA options</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Bonuses:</u></strong></p><p>• Holiday bonus</p><p>• Referral bonus</p><p>• Performance bonus</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Remote 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><p>**Local applicants only</p>
<p>A thriving 15 attorney defense law firm is seeking an Attorney with 3+ years of California civil litigation experience. The ideal Attorney will have experience handling discovery, drafting law and motion, and making appearances.</p><p><br></p><p>This new attorney will have their own caseload managing general civil litigation defense matters. The billable requirement is 1900 (based on gross).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I have placed a legal secretary, paralegal, and attorney with this firm. All are still happily with the firm, and the paralegal and attorney work 100% remotely! This firm will permanently allow this new attorney to work either hybrid remote or 100% remote.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The firm is offering this Attorney a competitive salary package that includes bonuses (billable bonus, discretionary yearend bonus, and origination bonus) and benefits (medical, dental, 401k with a match, unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and paid bar dues and MCLEs)!</p><p> </p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCALRHL</p>
<p>Are you a litigation attorney who enjoys tackling complex commercial disputes and cutting through challenging entertainment related issues? Our client, a well-regarded full-service business law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Los Angeles office.</p><p><br></p><p><u>What You Will Do</u></p><p>• Handle a mix of commercial and entertainment (~25% of work) litigation</p><p>• Draft law & motion</p><p>• Discovery </p><p>• Take and defend depositions</p><p>• Handle appearances</p><p>• Trial preparation</p><p><br></p><p><u>What You’ll Need:</u></p><p>• 2+ years of civil litigation experience as a licensed California Attorney, with some of that experience in commercial litigation</p><p>• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school</p><p><br></p><p><u>What’s in It for You:</u></p><p>Discretionary and billable bonus </p><p>Billable hour requirement: 1750/year – a balanced workload that supports quality of life.</p><p>The firm values career growth, mentorship, and professional development.</p><p>Comprehensive benefits package including:</p><p>• Medical, dental, and vision insurance</p><p>• Life insurance</p><p>• 401(k) with firm contributions</p><p>• Paid vacation and sick time</p><p>• Bar dues and MCLEs covered</p><p>• And more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting commercial litigation attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
<p>Attorney opportunity with esteemed law firm with statewide presence!! Low billable hour requirement - <strong><u>140 per month/1680 annual</u></strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a California insurance defense law firm with offices in northern and southern California. This firm is established, with over 50 years of serving California businesses and individuals. The established, thriving Long Beach office is looking for an associate attorney to join its tight-knit team!</p><p> </p><p>The ideal associate attorney would live within commuting distance to collaborate on-site, but the firm is flexible with hybrid schedules once attorneys are settled!! This will likely begin as a fully onsite role for the first three months.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u></strong></p><ul><li>Attorneys will begin with project-based work and begin loading up a caseload of around 10-20 cases.</li><li>Cases involving personal injury (auto & premises) defense, employment, some construction.</li><li>Discovery, law and motion, legal research.</li><li>After ramping up, this attorney will be making court appearances, taking depositions, and managing their caseload with more autonomy.</li><li><u>Hours</u>: 140/month (1680 annual)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm:</u></strong></p><ul><li>EXTREMELY low billables! Only 140/month, 1680 per year!</li><li>Very stable firm.</li><li>Attorneys here are willing to train!</li></ul><p><br></p><p> <strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Salary range: $140,000 to $160,000</li><li>Billable hour bonus for each hour above 140/month</li><li>Medical and dental insurance kick in after 3 months.</li><li>The firm covers 100% of the premiums for both plans!</li><li>Kaiser – 2k deductible plan & HSA plan, they firm pays 1/12 of the deductible every month.</li><li>Dental – 1500 max yearly, $50 deductible.</li><li>No vision coverage.</li><li>Unlimited PTO as long as attorneys are hitting billable hours and getting appearances covered appropriately.</li><li>401k kicks in after 1 year, 3% of salary with a discretionary about 1%.</li><li>Profit sharing kicks in after 1 year even if they do not contribute, broken down based on how many years they have been with the firm. After 6 years, it becomes 100% vested.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A high-end 20+ attorney firm in Irvine seeks an Attorney with 1+ years of Estate Planning experience to join the firm's Estate Planning group!</p><p><br></p><p>This estate planning attorney will start primarily drafting trusts, wills, POAs, healthcare directives, and asset transfer documents, with a yearly billable requirement of 1800 hours.</p><p><br></p><p>This Attorney will have multiple ways to earn bonuses, and the firm provides a comprehensive benefits package.</p><ul><li><strong><u>Benefits: </u></strong>100% firm-paid medical for employee (1/3 covered for dependents!), medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D, 401k, profit sharing, 3 weeks' vacation, 2 weeks sick time, paid holidays, paid bar dues & MCLEs.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>This Attorney must be licensed in CA and have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school. </strong></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>Robert Half is working with an exciting, growing plaintiff employment practice! <strong>These attorneys have gone to trial and won </strong>and want to bring someone fantastic into a winning team!</p><p>This is an opportunity for a skilled attorney with employment experience to manage single-plaintiff employment law cases from start to finish. This firm values autonomy and this attorney will be able to run their cases from start to finish, including trial experience.</p><p>If you are passionate about employment litigation and thrive in a supportive environment, this position could be a great fit for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Oversee all aspects of employment law cases, including single-plaintiff matters, from initial filing to trial.</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive discovery processes, including depositions and interrogatories.</p><p>• Draft and file motions, pleadings, and other legal documentation.</p><p>• Represent clients at court appearances and hearings.</p><p>• Collaborate with a dedicated support team, including paralegals and case managers, to ensure efficient case management.</p><p>• Prepare clients and witnesses for trial proceedings and depositions.</p><p>• Provide legal guidance and strategy to clients throughout the litigation process.</p><p>• Stay updated on employment law developments to deliver informed legal counsel.</p><p>• Manage deadlines and ensure compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Contribute to a collaborative and results-driven work environment.</p>
<p><strong>Respected Plaintiff Trial Firm Seeks Employment Attorney</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p> A well-regarded plaintiff trial law firm in West Los Angeles seeks an Employment Attorney to join its litigation team. This established trial practice represents individuals in significant employment disputes and complex civil litigation matters.</p><p>The firm is known for its collaborative environment and strong reputation within the plaintiff bar. Attorneys work closely together in a team-oriented setting while maintaining significant autonomy in managing their cases. </p><p><br></p><p>The Employment Attorney will play a key role handling employment litigation matters from case evaluation through resolution or trial. This Employment Attorney position offers the opportunity to work on compelling employment disputes while mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employment Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage plaintiff-side employment litigation matters from intake through trial.</li><li>Conduct depositions, including plaintiff, defendant, and key witness examinations.</li><li>Draft and argue motions including dispositive motions and motions for summary judgment.</li><li>Develop litigation strategy and oversee discovery, including written discovery and document production.</li><li>Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel regarding case developments.</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff on assigned matters.</li><li>Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Trial-focused plaintiff litigation practice with compelling employment matters.</li><li>Collaborative team environment with attorneys who regularly work together on cases.</li><li>Opportunity for meaningful professional development and financial growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary: $185k-$250k (DOE) + bonus</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>Full benefits. 100% paid medical benefits. </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>
We are looking for a California-licensed attorney to join a plaintiff-focused consumer warranty practice in Los Angeles, California through a contract arrangement with the potential for a permanent position. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney who wants to strengthen litigation drafting skills and gain hands-on exposure to an active case load in a structured, fast-moving environment. During the contract period, the position will focus heavily on written advocacy and case support, with the potential to grow into broader litigation responsibilities upon permanent placement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft complaints, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents for consumer warranty matters with accuracy and strong attention to deadlines.<br>• Support attorneys on active cases by preparing pleadings, organizing case materials, and advancing matters through each stage of litigation.<br>• Apply firm-approved formats, established procedures, and legal research to produce clear and persuasive written work.<br>• Assist with discovery-related tasks, including preparing responses, reviewing materials, and helping manage document flow.<br>• Use legal technology and workflow tools to improve efficiency, track assignments, and maintain consistent drafting quality.<br>• Contribute to a high-volume practice by balancing multiple priorities while maintaining organized and timely deliverables.<br>• Transition into expanded litigation involvement after conversion, which may include court appearances and greater ownership of case strategy.
<p><strong>This is a fully remote position marked as "Hybrid" to encourage local, southern CA attorneys to apply. Qualified, CA-barred attorneys from out of state are also encouraged to apply if they can work CA hours.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a licensed attorney to join a burgeoning litigation practice focused on consumer automotive defense matters. The firm has offices in DTLA and Irvine for people who want to work hybrid, but the role is a primarily remote work arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>This attorney will provide meaningful involvement in active cases across state and federal courts. The position is well suited for someone who enjoys litigation and wants the opportunity to contribute in areas such as motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation within a collaborative, support-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Manage a caseload of consumer automotive defense matters, including cases involving lemon law, fraud, and related business claims.</p><p>• Handle substantive litigation tasks such as drafting pleadings, preparing motions, and developing persuasive written arguments for court filings.</p><p>• Oversee discovery strategy and execution, including written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation and participation.</p><p>• Appear for hearings, conferences, and other court proceedings as needed in state and federal venues.</p><p>• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and internal team members to keep matters moving efficiently.</p><p>• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to coordinate case activity while taking the lead on higher-level legal analysis and advocacy.</p><p>• Contribute to litigation planning based on individual strengths, with opportunities to emphasize trial work, deposition practice, or law and motion.</p><p>• Maintain accurate time records and meet the annual billable expectation associated with the role.</p>
<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>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Music Business & Legal Affairs Attorney to support a busy legal team in Los Angeles, California new acquisitions move toward closing. This Contract position is ideal for an attorney who understands music publishing, administration, and complex music publishing agreements, and who can quickly assess legacy artist contracts and acquisition-related documents. The role will focus on organizing, interpreting, and summarizing a high volume of music and corporate legal records while helping the business affairs team understand key rights, obligations, and deal terms.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review, interpret, and summarize a large volume of music industry agreements tied to newly acquired artist catalogs and legacy rights portfolios.</p><p>• Analyze contract terms related to publishing, administration, composition rights, and broader business affairs matters to support internal decision-making.</p><p>• Examine historical artist and catalog agreements, including older archival documents, and identify key legal and commercial provisions.</p><p>• Coordinate the intake, organization, scanning, and upload of legacy contracts and related records into the appropriate legal documentation process.</p><p>• Prepare clear summaries of purchase agreement materials and related deal documents for the legal and business affairs team at the start of the engagement.</p><p>• Support legal review connected to merger and acquisition activity by helping translate transaction documents into actionable contract insights.</p><p>• Manage substantial contract volume efficiently while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.</p><p>• Work closely with stakeholders on a hybrid schedule, including four days onsite and one day remote each week.</p>
<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>