<p>Associate attorney opportunity in in Westlake Village!! We successfully placed an attorney here in 2024 and the firm is growing!!!</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who has at least 2-3 of experience and can manage civil matters while contributing to a collaborative, growth-oriented team. The firm handles a diverse range of disputes and offers meaningful client contact, hands-on case responsibility, and a path for long-term career advancement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage cases from inception to trial, ensuring all legal matters are handled efficiently.</li><li>Conduct discovery, including depositions, to gather necessary information for cases.</li><li>Attend court appearances as needed to represent clients.</li><li>Draft and review pleadings and other legal documents.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel to maintain strong relationships and ensure client satisfaction.</li><li>Handle project-based work, especially for first-year attorneys.</li><li>Utilize case management software and other legal software to manage and track case progress.</li><li>Manage litigation matters, including civil litigation and employment litigation.</li><li>Draft and review contracts as part of transactional work.</li><li>Maintain a focus on client outcomes, ensuring the best possible results for each case.</li><li><strong><u>Billable Hours Req: 1800</u></strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong><u>Well-Respected Public Agency Firm Seeks Education Law Attorney</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>A respected California-based law firm seeks an Education Law Attorney to help co-manage a sophisticated education law practice serving public agency and school district clients. This Education Law Attorney role offers significant client contact, leadership opportunities, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to educational institutions on complex personnel, labor, governance, and operational matters. The firm maintains a collegial, team-oriented environment and is known for its collaborative culture, community involvement, and commitment to professional development. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Education Law Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Advise clients regarding public school personnel matters, employee discipline, layoffs, and workforce management issues.</p><p>• Act as outside general counsel to educational institutions and public agencies.</p><p>• Attend and advise at Board meetings and work directly with Board Members, district leadership, and administrative staff.</p><p>• Handle negotiations involving labor and employment matters and public agency issues.</p><p>• Provide strategic guidance regarding governance, compliance, policy implementation, and operational matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>• 1850/year</p><p>• Hybrid schedule and <em><u>very flexible</u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• Opportunity to help lead and grow a sophisticated education law practice.</p><p>• Significant client interaction and trusted advisor responsibilities.</p><p>• Collegial, family-oriented culture with an open-door environment.</p><p>• Opportunities to attend networking, fundraising, and community events.</p><p>• Firm actively participates in charitable and community-focused initiatives.</p><p>• Diverse and collaborative team environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>Up to $260,000 base salary (DOE)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.</p><p>• 401(k) retirement plan.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p><strong><u>E-Discovery Paralegal - Hybrid 2 days on site, 3 days remote in West LA</u></strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> $80,000–$115,000+ DOE</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>A boutique litigation firm in West Los Angeles is seeking an experienced <strong>E-Discovery Paralegal</strong> to support complex construction and commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have strong e-discovery experience, including document review, production and litigation support.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage relationships with third-party e-discovery vendors</li><li>Coordinate collection of client documents in response to subpoenas and other legal requests</li><li>Prepare and transmit documents to electronic discovery hosting platforms for review and production</li><li>Conduct document searches and document review</li><li>Perform Bates stamping and document processing using Adobe Acrobat</li><li>Support attorneys with discovery and litigation-related projects</li><li>Manage assigned tasks independently while meeting deadlines</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary range: $80,000–$115,000+, depending on experience</li><li>Discretionary year-end bonus</li><li>Fully paid employee health insurance premiums on premium medical plans</li><li>Dental and vision coverage</li><li>401(k) plan with employer match</li><li>Disability benefits</li><li>Unlimited PTO</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Opportunity to work on complex, high-value litigation matters</li></ul>
<p>A national law firm is seeking a new attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience. This attorney will focus on sophisticated subrogation and catastrophic insurance litigation. This litigation attorney position is ideal for someone who wants to focus on research, legal analysis, and drafting.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is willing to consider attorneys with experience in any civil litigation practice area. The ideal attorney will have experience with discovery, drafting motions, making court appearances, taking and/or defending depositions, and preparing for trial.</p><p><br></p><p>This firm has <strong>no billable hour requirement</strong> and their attorneys enjoy excellent work/life balance. This firm heavily invests in mentoring and training their attorneys. They will offer this attorney excellent resources in addition to a friendly and collaborative work environment. They have a proven path to partnership - they promote at least one associate to partner every year.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is also offering this attorney a top-notch compensation package that includes a generous base salary, phenomenal bonus potential, and stellar benefits!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This attorney will have the permanent flexibility to work from home 2 days/week.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Am Law Firm Seeks Employment Litigation Attorney for Growing Practice</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>A financially stable Am Law 200 firm is adding multiple newly created Employment Litigation Attorney positions following an influx of work from new clients. This established employment defense group represents mid-cap and Fortune 500 companies in sophisticated single-plaintiff litigation. The Employment Litigation Attorney will receive hands-on mentorship, direct involvement in case strategy, and opportunities to develop independent client relationships. The firm maintains a collaborative culture centered on professional respect, reasonable workloads, flexibility, and long-term attorney retention.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week onsite.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employment Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Defend employers against claims involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, and breaches of employment contracts and agreements.</p><p>· Manage single-plaintiff employment litigation matters from inception through resolution. This team does not handle PAGA matters.</p><p>· Draft pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, and other substantive litigation documents.</p><p>· Take and defend depositions, attend court appearances, and participate in mediation and trial preparation.</p><p>· Handle matters in Northern, Central, and Southern California state courts and federal district courts within the Ninth Circuit.</p><p>· Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments, strategy, risk, and recommended next steps.</p><p>· Collaborate with partners on litigation strategy while developing the independence necessary to manage matters effectively.</p><p>· Participate in marketing and business-development initiatives, with certain qualifying activities credited toward the annual hours requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>1,850 annual hours for associates. Senior Counsel positions have an 1,800-hour annual requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p><strong><em><u>Robert Half has placed seven attorneys with this group since 2024, and post-placement feedback has been consistently positive regarding the mentorship, workload, flexibility, leadership, and collegial environment.</u></em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Bonuses</u></strong>: 3 ways to bonus (this is NOT a billing mill)</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p><u>Law & Motion Paralegal – Expanding Team</u></p><p><br></p><p>A well-respected, nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a Law & Motion Paralegal to join its growing team. Known for its meticulous approach to discovery and motion practice, this firm has built a strong reputation for handling complex, high-stakes matters across multiple jurisdictions. The team prides itself on collaboration, in-depth case analysis, and developing winning strategies through law and motion practice. This is a <em><u>newly created position due to influx of work</u></em>.</p><p><br></p><p><u>About the Role</u></p><p>This Law & Motion Paralegal will play a critical role in supporting the litigation team with discovery and motion drafting. The position is fully onsite, based in Long Beach, California, and offers the chance to work on cases that have national impact.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Paralegal Responsibilities</u></p><ul><li>Draft and manage discovery responses from scratch, with each response requiring in-depth review and analysis (no templates provided).</li><li>Extract and synthesize information from deposition summaries (approx. 20 depositions per client).</li><li>Assist attorneys with drafting and refining motions in limine (some templates provided).</li><li>Contribute to detailed motion drafting, which is a core driver of the firm’s litigation success.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><u>Paralegal Profile</u></p><p>The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented paralegal who thrives on research, analysis, and writing. This role is best suited for paralegal who enjoys law and motion work exclusively—without trial prep responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><u>Compensation & Benefits</u></p><ul><li>Salary: Up to $150K DOE.</li><li>Hours: 40 hours per week (no overtime).</li><li>Benefits' package + bonus.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><u>Why Join?</u></p><p>This is a rare opportunity for a Paralegal who wants to focus exclusively on drafting discovery and motions at a firm that values precision and depth in litigation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>TO APPLY: Send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com].</strong></p>
<p><strong>Want to transition to in house environment with WORK LIFE BALANCE? This is the opportunity for you!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A large, established global services company is seeking two in house litigation attorneys. Both are newly created positions. <strong><u>We've placed two attorneys in the group that have been with company for 1.5 years+.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This is a great opportunity for a junior litigation attorney with practice area experience, who wants to transition to better work-life balance in an in house environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Will handle employment claims in house, manage outside counsel, attend administrative hearings. Mentorship provided!</p><p><br></p><p><u>Hybrid Schedule</u>: onsite 2 days/week</p><p><br></p><p><u>Perks</u></p><ul><li>Robert Half has successfully placed multiple attorneys with this legal department.</li><li>Attorneys placed with the company have provided highly positive feedback regarding legal leadership, assignment allocation, and the team’s reasonable management style.</li><li>Autonomous practice with hands-off management.</li><li>Sophisticated in-house claims analysis and litigation-management work.</li><li>Direct involvement in litigation strategy and outside counsel oversight.</li><li>Established and growing global company.</li><li>work-life balance!</li></ul><p><br></p><p><u>Pay</u>: $140,000 - $165,000 (DOE) + bonus + benefits *full benefits</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p>100+ Attorney Defense firm is seeking an<strong> Employment Defense Attorney</strong> to join its team! This fully remote opportunity is ideal for an attorney with <strong>5+ years of employment defense experience</strong> who is licensed and residing in <strong>California</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Independently manage a full caseload (15-25 cases) of employment defense matters from inception through resolution</li><li>Represent clients in hearings, depositions, discovery, motion practice, etc.</li><li>1800 yearly billable hour requirement </li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of employment litigation defense experience, with some school district defense experience </li><li>Active California Bar license</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully remote work environment</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) with employer matching</li><li>Defined billable bonus plan paid quarterly</li><li>Annual performance reviews</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Remote Employment Defense 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>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a growing legal team in Irvine, California on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position offers the opportunity to partner closely with senior legal leadership while strengthening legal operations, governance practices, and compliance support across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational judgment, comfort working across departments, and the ability to improve legal processes in a fast-moving business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate day-to-day legal operations by organizing workflows, improving team processes, and helping the department run efficiently as business needs evolve.<br>• Oversee contract administration activities, including intake tracking, routing, execution support, template maintenance, and status reporting for legal matters.<br>• Manage and refine the use of legal and project management platforms to support documentation, task visibility, approvals, and operational consistency.<br>• Prepare and maintain legal reporting tools that measure workload, contract activity, turnaround expectations, and other performance indicators for department leadership.<br>• Support corporate governance efforts by maintaining entity records, resolutions, minute books, and other formal documentation required for sound recordkeeping.<br>• Organize board and committee meeting logistics, assemble materials, track deadlines, and help ensure timely follow-through on action items.<br>• Monitor recurring filings and compliance obligations while partnering with internal teams and outside advisors to keep corporate requirements current.<br>• Assist with equity-related documentation and capitalization tracking in coordination with finance stakeholders and external partners.<br>• Serve as a cross-functional resource to teams such as Finance, Sales, HR, and Product by helping coordinate legal projects, summaries, and executive-ready materials.<br>• Manage relationships with external vendors and legal service providers, including invoice review, budget awareness, and service delivery follow-up.
<p>Our client, a well-established <strong>food manufacturing and food processing company</strong>, is seeking a <strong>Corporate Paralegal</strong> to join its in-house legal team in <strong>Gardena, California</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity to support a dynamic legal department with a broad range of litigation, contract, and corporate legal matters while partnering closely with business leaders and outside counsel.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where balancing multiple priorities is key.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage litigation matters by organizing case files, maintaining legal records, and ensuring documentation remains accurate and up to date throughout each stage of the legal process.</li><li>Support attorneys with all phases of discovery, including gathering records, coordinating document production, tracking deadlines, and preparing materials for review.</li><li>Assist with trial and arbitration preparation by organizing exhibits, compiling evidence, preparing witness files, and assembling hearing and trial binders.</li><li>Maintain case management systems, monitor litigation calendars, court deadlines, filings, and other critical milestones to ensure timely case progression.</li><li>Draft, review, revise, and route contracts, amendments, NDAs, and other legal documents while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with company standards.</li><li>Conduct legal and factual research to support litigation strategy, contract interpretation, risk assessment, and ongoing legal matters.</li><li>Serve as a liaison between internal business partners, outside counsel, vendors, and third parties to facilitate efficient communication and timely resolution of legal issues.</li><li>Track action items, prioritize competing deadlines, and proactively manage projects to ensure legal matters move forward efficiently and in accordance with procedural requirements.</li><li>Support the legal department with a variety of corporate governance and operational legal initiatives as needed.</li></ul><p>Why Join This Team?</p><ul><li>Diverse mix of corporate, contract, and litigation work</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with experienced in-house counsel and business leaders</li><li>Stable, well-established organization with long-term growth potential</li><li>Collaborative and team-oriented legal department</li><li>Meaningful work supporting a nationally recognized food manufacturing business</li></ul><p>Benefits</p><ul><li>Comprehensive <strong>medical, dental, and vision</strong> insurance</li><li>401(k) retirement plan</li><li>Paid time off and company holidays</li><li>Opportunity for long-term career growth within a stable organization</li></ul><p>This is an outstanding opportunity for a paralegal seeking a diverse in-house role where they can gain exposure to both <strong>corporate legal operations and complex litigation</strong> while making a meaningful impact on the business. Onsite daily. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please send your resume to Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com> for a confidential discussion.</strong></p>
<p><strong>High Stakes & High Caliber Plaintiff Trial Firm Seeks Class Action Associate</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>A highly regarded trial firm is seeking a Class Action Associate to join its sophisticated litigation team. This California-based trial practice is nationally recognized for handling complex, high-exposure matters involving consumer fraud, defective products, privacy and data breaches, environmental claims, mass torts, employment violations, and other large-scale litigation. The firm offers attorneys the opportunity to work alongside well-known trial lawyers on impactful, high-profile matters while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a Class Action Associate interested in sophisticated plaintiff-side litigation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Class Action Associate Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Handle complex plaintiff-side class action litigation from inception through resolution</p><p>• Draft complaints, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, and other substantive pleadings</p><p>• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses</p><p>• Manage matters involving consumer fraud, defective products, privacy/data breach, environmental, pharmaceutical, and employment-related claims</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>• Hybrid schedule available</p><p>• Attorneys with under 2 years of experience may work remotely 1 day per week</p><p>• Attorneys with 3+ years of experience may work remotely 2 days per week</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• High-end trial practice with sophisticated, high-value litigation</p><p>• Opportunity to work closely with nationally recognized trial attorneys</p><p>• Friendly and collaborative firm culture with low turnover</p><p>• We’ve placed legal professionals with the firm who have remained long term and value the team environment</p><p>• Significant bonus potential in addition to base compensation</p><p>• Hybrid flexibility based on experience level</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>$145,000-$195,000 base salary + annual bonus structure + referral opportunities</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Medical insurance through Blue Shield PPO or HMO after 90 days</p><p>• 100% paid medical coverage for employees and dependent children</p><p>• Unlimited PTO </p><p>• 11 paid holidays annually</p><p>• Eligible for 401(k) participation</p><p>• Annual compensation reviews and bonus opportunities</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>High-End Boutique Firm Seeks Estate Planning Senior Associate or Junior Partner</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>Well-established Westwood-based business advisory law firm has evolved into a purely transactional business law firm specializing in corporate, tax, and estate planning. The firm is highly regarded for its sophisticated, high-net-worth client base, collaborative culture, and low turnover.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Estate Planning Senior Associate Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Advise high-net-worth clients on estate planning and gift tax strategies, implementing advanced planning to preserve wealth across generations.</li><li>Handle complex tax planning, including charitable contributions, compensation issues, real estate exchanges, entity formation, sales, reorganizations, and marital dissolutions.</li><li>Draft and execute core and advanced estate planning documents to minimize income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.</li><li>Guide clients on trust and probate administration, business succession planning, charitable giving, and business or real estate transactions.</li><li>Conduct in-depth tax research and provide strategic recommendations.</li></ul><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><ul><li>Billable target: 1,600 hours annually. Most bill 1600 (not expected to exceed)</li><li>Hybrid work schedule: first 90 days onsite, then 1 day remote; for more experienced attorneys, 3/2 schedule negotiable.</li></ul><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to build a successful personal client book.</li><li>Sophisticated, well-known clientele and high-touch advisory work.</li><li>Low firm-wide billable expectations promote work-life balance.</li><li>Mentorship from senior partners and multiple successful attorney placements indicate strong career growth potential.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation Package: up to $300,000 (negotiable depending on experience + book (not required)</strong></p><ul><li>10% origination fee on collections from clients originated by you (payable year-end)</li><li>Guaranteed bonus on collections (10%) plus discretionary bonus</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Anthem Blue Cross health coverage (firm-paid 100% of employee premium)</li><li>Simple IRA with firm matching contributions up to 3% of salary</li><li>18 days (144 hours) PTO accrued annually</li><li>Paid parking</li><li>Paid State Bar membership and other professional dues, as applicable</li><li>Pre-approved CLE</li></ul><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p><strong><u>Full-Service, Friendly Firm Seeks Corporate Paralegal</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This established, full-service law firm has been part of the Southern California legal community for over three decades and is widely respected for its sophisticated work across multiple practice areas. The firm operates with a collaborative structure and supports a broad client base through offices in Southern California. The Corporate Paralegal position supports attorneys handling high-level transactional matters, with direct exposure to complex corporate work and long-term growth opportunities within a stable environment. <strong>No one leaves this firm!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Corporate Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Support attorneys with mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and transactional matters.</p><p>• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, agreements, and corporate records.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain entity formations, resolutions, and governance documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate deal closings, including managing checklists, signatures, and post-closing deliverables.</p><p>• Organize and maintain electronic files using document management systems.</p><p>• Assist with calendaring, deadlines, and compliance tracking in coordination with attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p>• 40-hour workweek with flexibility on start time.</p><p>• Overtime is extremely rare.</p><p>• <strong>No billable hour requirement </strong>for this Corporate Paralegal role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• Lifestyle-focused firm with strong work-life balance.</p><p>• Exposure to sophisticated, high-end corporate and transactional matters.</p><p>• Long-tenured team with nearly nonexistent turnover.</p><p>• Firm growth has been consistent and sustainable, not reactive.</p><p>• We’ve placed multiple attorneys and support staff with this firm over several years — the majority remain there and speak highly of the culture and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>• $100,000 - $120,000 (Dependent on M&A experience)</p><p>• Additional bonus opportunities, including quarterly billable-hour bonuses and a discretionary year-end bonus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Medical plan options (Anthem or Kaiser), with a monthly employer contribution toward employee and dependent coverage.</p><p>• Dental coverage paid by the firm for the employee.</p><p>• 401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing contribution.</p><p>• Paid time off beginning in the first year of employment.</p><p>• Paid sick time in accordance with firm policy.</p><p>• Annual performance reviews.</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>
<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>A thriving high-end, full-service, mid-sized firm seeks a Paralegal to join its Trusts & Estates department!</p><p><br></p><p>This Trusts & Estates Paralegal will communicate with clients, prepare estate and gift tax returns, and draft various trust administration documents.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This Paralegal must live in and be able to commute to Irvine, CA.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include medical, life insurance, FSA, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting trusts & estates paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
<p><strong><u>Orange County Firm Seeks Estate Planning Paralegal: NO BILLABLES</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Established and highly respected Orange County law firm seeks an Estate Planning Paralegal to join its sophisticated trusts and estates practice. This well-known regional firm has served clients for decades and maintains a strong reputation for handling high-level matters across multiple practice areas.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Estate Planning Paralegal Responsibilities: 50% Estate Planning & 50% Trust Administration</strong></p><p>• Draft revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, trust amendments, trust restatements, certifications of trust, and related estate planning documents.</p><p>• Prepare trust funding documentation and assist with asset transfers involving real property, business interests, and financial accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and record deeds, including grant deeds, quitclaim deeds, and transfer deeds.</p><p>• Assist with trust administration matters, including trustee acceptance documents, beneficiary notifications, and administration checklists.</p><p>• Track trust administration deadlines and compliance requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours: NO BILLABLE HOUR REQUIREMENT</strong></p><p>• 40-hour work week (no overtime)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p>• Lifestyle-oriented firm with excellent work-life balance.</p><p>• Exceptional culture with almost nonexistent turnover.</p><p><strong>• We have successfully placed more than 10 attorneys and legal support professionals with this firm, and nearly all remain with the organization today.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>• $90,000-$125,000 annually, depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>• Medical coverage with employer contribution toward employee and dependent plans.</p><p>• Dental coverage for employees.</p><p>• 401(k) plan with discretionary profit-sharing contribution.</p><p>• Year-end bonus.</p><p>• PTO and paid sick leave.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an attorney to join an exciting, new boutique litigation practice in Los Angeles, California, focused on employment defense and related business disputes. This role offers meaningful responsibility from the outset, with attorneys encouraged to take ownership of their matters and play an active role in hearings, mediations, and case strategy. The position also provides exposure to preventive counseling work, helping employers strengthen policies and practices to reduce future legal risk.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Newly barred </strong>and <strong>experienced </strong>attorneys are encouraged to apply. Employment experience is not required, but <u>strong academic pedigree is a must</u>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage a litigation caseload that may include wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination claims, and other employment-related defense matters.</p><p>• Conduct legal research, evaluate case issues, and prepare persuasive written work product to support litigation strategy.</p><p>• Draft motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other pleadings required throughout the life of a case.</p><p>• Represent clients in depositions, court appearances, mediations, and settlement discussions.</p><p>• Collaborate with partners and colleagues to develop case strategy while maintaining strong day-to-day ownership of assigned files.</p><p>• Advise employer clients on workplace practices and help transition litigation relationships into ongoing counseling partnerships when appropriate.</p><p>• Prepare employment policies, separation agreements, and related workplace documents designed to support compliance and risk management.</p><p>• Contribute to client training and auditing efforts aimed at preventing future disputes and improving employment practices.</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique defense firm in Century City in its search for a Discovery Paralegal for an ongoing contract opportunity. This hybrid role requires 2–3 days per week in the office and offers the opportunity to join a busy litigation team in a highly specialized capacity.</p><p>This position will focus exclusively on discovery-related work. The firm is seeking a paralegal with strong experience managing discovery in litigation matters and supporting attorneys through all phases of the discovery process.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Century City, CA</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Hybrid, 2–3 days in office</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $35-$50/hour, depending on experience</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Ongoing contract through Robert Half</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle all aspects of written discovery, including organizing, tracking, and managing discovery requests and responses</li><li>Assist with document review, production coordination, and discovery compliance</li><li>Manage and maintain discovery databases, files, and related materials</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys and internal team members to support discovery workflows</li><li>Review records and documents for responsiveness and organization</li><li>Support eDiscovery and document-intensive litigation matters as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A respected Irvine-based law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Legal File Clerk for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and interested in working in a professional legal environment. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff with file management, document organization, and general administrative duties. Previous law firm experience is preferred but not required for candidates with strong organizational and administrative skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Organize, maintain, and update physical and electronic legal case files</li><li>File, scan, copy, and process legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure documents are properly labeled and stored</li><li>Assist with opening, closing, and maintaining client matter files</li><li>Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail</li><li>Retrieve and organize documents for attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff</li><li>Assist with document preparation, printing, binding, and copying</li><li>Maintain electronic document management systems and update case information as needed</li><li>Ensure confidential client information and legal documents are handled appropriately</li><li>Provide general administrative and clerical support to the legal team as needed</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential</li><li>Flexible on-site or hybrid work arrangement</li><li>Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a legal environment</li><li>Collaborative and supportive law firm culture</li><li>Great opportunity for someone looking to grow within the legal industry</li><li>Hands-on exposure to litigation files and legal operations</li><li>Stable Irvine-based firm with opportunities for professional development</li><li>Compensation: $22–$30/hour, depending on experience.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Interested in learning more?</strong> Apply today! We would love to connect with organized and motivated candidates looking for their next opportunity in the legal field.</p>
<p><strong><u>High End Real Estate Group Seeks Leasing Paralegal: Retail Leasing Experience Required</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>A high-end real estate organization in Mid-City Los Angeles is seeking a Leasing Paralegal to join its in-house leasing team. The Leasing Paralegal will focus on landlord-side commercial leasing matters, with an emphasis on retail leasing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Leasing Paralegal Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Review and abstract retail leases, amendments, renewals, and other leasing documents.</li><li>Prepare and revise lease-related documents, including drafts, redlines, and correspondence.</li><li>Track important lease provisions, options, deposits, deadlines, and other contractual obligations.</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, brokers, tenants, and internal business teams regarding leasing documentation and execution.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Hybrid</u></strong>: 4 days/week onsite</p><p><br></p><p>Position is up to $110,000 + 10% bonus + benefits</p><p><br></p><p>Full benefits' package! </p>
<p><strong><u>Construction Claims Attorney | West Los Angeles | Hybrid (1 Day Onsite, 4 Days Remote)</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Join a sophisticated disputes team handling construction claims matters from pre-litigation through resolution. This Construction Claims Attorney position is ideal for an attorney seeking high-level work without the burnout of BigLaw billables, with flexibility and ownership over cases.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><ul><li>Longstanding client with multiple successful placements</li><li>Highly regarded litigation boutique focused on construction claims and complex disputes</li><li>Known for handling high-exposure matters, including $100M+ claims</li><li>Strong reputation in arbitration (AAA/JAMS) and high-stakes litigation</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Attorney Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Handle construction claims cases (delay, disruption, payment disputes)</li><li>Manage matters across state court, arbitration (AAA/JAMS), and federal/pre-litigation venues</li><li>Draft substantive motions (motions to compel, motions in limine, MSJs)</li><li>Take and defend depositions</li><li>Oversee discovery strategy and execution</li><li>Analyze construction and government contracts, liens, and claims entitlement</li><li>Collaborate with experts on delay and damages analysis</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><ul><li>$225,000 – $300,000 base salary DOE</li><li>Competitive bonus plan based on performance</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Work Plan</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid: 1 day onsite in West Los Angeles, 4 days remote</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks of Company</strong></p><ul><li>Unlimited PTO</li><li>Low billable requirement: 1500 hours</li><li>Fully paid premiums on gold-tier health plans</li><li>Paid bar dues and MCLE</li><li>Free parking</li><li>401(k) with all service fees covered</li><li>Opportunity to work on $100M+ matters</li><li>High level of autonomy and flexibility</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’re looking for top-tier claims work without sacrificing lifestyle, this is one of the strongest opportunities in the LA market.</p>
<p><strong><em>Top Global Company Seeks Senior Employment Counsel</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>A global company and a large, established legal team is expanding its in‑house capabilities. As more employment matters are handled internally, the <strong>Senior Employment Counsel</strong> role is newly created to focus exclusively on employment disputes and risk mitigation. This <strong>Senior Employment Counsel</strong> will work cross‑functionally with HR and business leaders, own a broad litigation docket, and operate within a hybrid schedule (2 days onsite).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Senior Employment Counsel Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage a blend of pre‑litigation, litigation, and administrative claims (including agency charges and hearings).</li><li>Provide proactive advice to internal stakeholders on litigation risks, dispute resolution strategies, and compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.</li><li>Support law & motion and discovery: draft motions, briefs, and pleadings; oversee ESI and document collection; propound/respond to discovery; conduct witness interviews and preparation; prepare for, take, and defend depositions.</li><li>Prepare for and participate in appearances, hearings, trials, and arbitrations as needed.</li></ul><p><strong><u>THIS IS A 40 HOUR WEEK POSITION!</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Newly created, autonomous position with hands‑off management and direct ownership of matters.</li><li>Sophisticated in‑house employment litigation across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Established company experiencing growth.</li><li>Reasonable hours highlighted (no billable requirements).</li></ul><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p>up to $200,000 base salary (DOE) + 20% target bonus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) (without a match); Health Savings Account; life insurance; paid time off (2 weeks) + sick time; hybrid work (3 days onsite).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</strong></p>
We are looking for an Office Services Associate to support daily back-office operations and provide high-quality service to internal and client-facing teams. This is a Contract position suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving work setting and can balance administrative support, document handling, and service coordination with accuracy and discretion. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple workflows moving efficiently while maintaining a dependable presence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate day-to-day office support activities across functions such as copy and print services, mail handling, document intake, reception, hospitality, and other administrative service areas as needed.<br>• Guide workflow for assigned service lines by prioritizing incoming requests, distributing tasks effectively, and helping ensure deadlines are met in a busy environment.<br>• Produce, scan, copy, and organize physical and electronic documents with close attention to quality, completeness, and confidentiality.<br>• Support mailroom operations by receiving, sorting, distributing, and processing inbound and outbound deliveries in a timely and accurate manner.<br>• Assist with front-desk and phone coverage, including answering a multi-line phone system, directing inquiries, and providing courteous assistance to employees and visitors.<br>• Monitor service standards and help reinforce established procedures, policy compliance, and consistent execution of office processes among team members.<br>• Handle sensitive business materials with discretion while maintaining organized records and dependable administrative support across departments.<br>• Identify service issues, resolve routine operational problems independently, and escalate more complex matters when additional leadership support is needed.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to support a busy civil litigation team in Santa Ana, California. This role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment, brings strong organizational judgment, and can manage multiple attorney needs with accuracy and professionalism. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a respected national practice while working closely with attorneys on civil litigation matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Support a group of attorneys by coordinating day-to-day administrative and litigation-related tasks across an active caseload.</p><p>• Prepare, format, revise, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, tables of contents, and tables of authorities with close attention to detail.</p><p>• Handle electronic court filings in state and, when needed, federal courts while ensuring submissions meet procedural requirements and deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain attorney schedules by organizing meetings, tracking commitments, and helping keep calendars and priorities aligned.</p><p>• Process attorney expense reports and related administrative documentation in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Assist with client-facing materials, including drafting and editing routine correspondence and other legal support documents.</p><p>• Work within document management platforms to organize files, retrieve records, and maintain efficient document control practices.</p><p>• Provide dependable office support that helps attorneys stay prepared, responsive, and organized throughout the litigation process.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a respected law firm in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This opportunity is suited for a legal support specialist with relevant experience who can keep attorneys organized, manage litigation-related administrative work, and maintain accuracy in a deadline-driven setting. The role offers the chance to contribute to a busy legal team while handling sensitive information with sound judgment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, edit, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other case-related documents with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Oversee attorney schedules by coordinating hearings, depositions, court appearances, deadlines, and client appointments to keep matters on track.<br>• Submit and manage filings in state and federal courts, including electronic filing, while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements.<br>• Arrange service of process and assist with the collection, organization, and delivery of records and case documents.<br>• Maintain orderly paper and digital case files so attorneys and staff can quickly access critical information.<br>• Record attorney time, support billing activities, and help process reimbursements or other expense-related items when needed.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for calls and client communications, responding appropriately and safeguarding confidential information.<br>• Provide litigation support during case preparation by organizing exhibits, assisting with trial materials, and helping attorneys manage competing deadlines.<br>• Support multiple attorneys simultaneously and adjust priorities efficiently as workloads and case demands shift.