62 litigation associate jobs found

Our client is looking for a Litigation Associate to join their growing insurance defense practice in Walnut Creek, California. This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied caseload involving liability-related disputes, including bodily injury, premises, automobile, and construction matters. The attorney in this position will contribute across the life of each case, from initial evaluation through discovery, motion practice, and trial readiness. Responsibilities: • Manage defense matters involving personal injury, premises liability, auto, and construction-related claims from assignment through resolution. • Prepare litigation documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, discovery materials, and settlement communications with accuracy and attention to deadlines. • Support case strategy by performing legal research, analyzing facts, and developing arguments for motions, hearings, and other proceedings. • Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations,...

A well-respected and growing defense firm in the San Fernando Valley is seeking a Litigation Associate (2+ years) to join their friendly, collaborative team. The firm is busy, expanding, and ready to hire a rock star litigation associate and is offering strong mentorship and long-term growth. We’ve successfully placed an attorney with this team who has since been promoted to Partner , which speaks volumes about their commitment to developing talent. With low turnover and a positive culture , this is a place where attorneys build lasting careers. Key Responsibilities: • Handle all phases of civil defense litigation • Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery • Conduct legal research and case analysis • Attend depositions, hearings, and court appearances • Collaborate closely with partners on case strategy Qualifications: • 2+ years of civil defense litigation experience • Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills • Ability to manage...

Are you looking to transition out of personal injury or insurance defense and get into more sophisticated litigation? Our client is looking for a REMOTE California-barred attorney to join its complex fraud litigation practice! Role: The associate will work with a team of 2 partners, 1 other associate, and at least 1 paralegal. The team usually handles anywhere from 2 to 4 cases at any given time. The associate will get to know the entire case, as it is a team approach, and will handle research, law & motion, depositions, and trial preparation. Yearly Billable Requirement: 1850 hours Perks: Work 100% remote anywhere in California Opportunity for growth Firm invests in the attorneys and regularly has trainings like deposition trainings and 1:1 writing coach sessions Benefits: 100% firm-paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term and short-term disability 401 (k) with up to a 4% match Unlimited vacation Paid sick days 15...

A respected and well-established mid-sized, full-service law firm in Orange County is seeking a Junior Labor & Employment Attorney to join its thriving practice group. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney in the early stages of their career who is looking to receive meaningful mentorship, hands-on training, and long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive firm. The Opportunity You'll work alongside experienced Labor & Employment attorneys handling a broad range of employment matters while receiving the guidance and resources needed to build a successful practice. The firm values professional development and is committed to investing in its attorneys from day one. Responsibilities Assist with employment litigation matters from inception through resolution Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings...

A well-established and highly respected boutique litigation firm in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 2+ years of experience to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to gain meaningful litigation experience while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid/remote work environment and a collaborative, low-turnover culture. What You'll Do: Manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery Take and defend depositions Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses Attend hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences Work closely with experienced litigators on sophisticated matters Qualifications: Active California Bar membership in good standing 2+ years of civil litigation experience Strong legal writing and analytical skills Experience handling discovery, law and motion, and client communications Ability to manage...

Business Litigation Attorney | 5+ Years | Hybrid | Work-Life Balance Are you an experienced business litigation attorney looking for sophisticated work without sacrificing your quality of life? We're partnering with a growing and highly respected business litigation firm seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join its collaborative team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney who enjoys handling complex matters while working in an environment that truly values work-life balance. We've partnered with this firm for years and have successfully placed multiple attorneys who continue to thrive and speak highly of the firm's culture, leadership, and commitment to its people. Qualifications: 5+ years of business, commercial, or complex civil litigation experience. Experience managing cases from inception through resolution. Strong motion practice, discovery, depositions, mediations, and court appearance experience....

Looking for a sophisticated litigation practice with exceptional mentorship and the flexibility of working remotely? One of our longstanding law firm clients is seeking a Litigation Associate (1+ years) to join its nationally respected healthcare litigation team. We've successfully placed multiple attorneys with this firm, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly consistent—they love the collaborative culture, hands-on training, transparency, and opportunity to develop into exceptional litigators. This is not a high-volume insurance defense practice. Attorneys handle complex, high-value healthcare reimbursement and contract disputes on behalf of major healthcare plan providers involving matters ranging from single claims worth millions of dollars to large-scale arbitrations involving thousands of related claims. What You'll Work On This practice centers on representing healthcare plan providers in sophisticated disputes against hospitals and...

We are looking for a skilled Litigation Associate to join our team in San Jose, California. This role focuses on handling real estate disputes and litigation while providing support for other practice areas within the firm. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in civil litigation, a strong understanding of California law, and a commitment to delivering excellent legal services. Responsibilities: • Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to develop effective case strategies. • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests, with accuracy and attention to detail. • Represent clients in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to secure favorable outcomes. • Collaborate with colleagues to address complex legal matters and provide strategic guidance. • Review and interpret California civil procedure and evidence codes to ensure compliance in litigation processes. • Manage client matters with professionalism and maintain strong communication...

Are you looking to advance your career in a collegial and supportive environment that prioritizes work-life balance, long-term growth, and meaningful, engaging work? A reputable East Bay firm is seeking a Business and Real Estate Litigation Associate  to join their team of dedicated professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex business and real estate litigation cases without the stress of overwhelming billable requirements. With a focus on collaboration, professional development, and achieving exceptional results for clients, they offer a unique chance to grow your practice in a firm where your contributions will truly be valued. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Responsibilities: • Manage litigation cases involving business and real estate disputes from inception through trial. • Conduct in-depth legal...

Defense Litigation Firm Seeks Civil Litigation Associate Attorney A well-established California-based boutique litigation firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join its collaborative trial practice. The firm is widely respected within its niche for representing professionals and fiduciaries in complex, high-stakes disputes across state and federal courts. This role is ideal for an Associate Attorney who wants substantive responsibility, hands-on litigation exposure, and meaningful trial experience rather than a memo-heavy practice. REMOTE: If over 10+ years of experience If under 10 years of experience, onsite and/or hybrid work schedule Associate Attorney Responsibilities: Handle substantive litigation work in professional liability matters from inception through resolution. Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses with direct attorney oversight and feedback. Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations...

Business & Real Estate Litigation Firm Seeks Litigation Associate--LOW Billables About Firm & Position: A well-established boutique California law firm with approximately 10 attorneys is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing practice. The firm is known for handling sophisticated matters across business litigation and real estate litigation, with additional exposure to probate litigation, real estate transactions, and estate planning. This Litigation Associate role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to manage cases from early discovery through resolution. A hybrid schedule is available. Litigation Associate Responsibilities: Handle business litigation and real estate litigation matters from inception through trial. Manage all phases of discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery. Take and defend depositions. Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and settlement...

National Plaintiff Trial Firm Seeks Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney (CAN BE REMOTE IN CALIFORNIA) About Firm & Position: A large and well-established plaintiff litigation firm seeks a Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney to join its litigation team. The firm represents plaintiffs in high-value matters including catastrophic injury, wrongful death, employee rights disputes, and consumer-related litigation. With several offices nationwide and a large team of attorneys and legal professionals, the firm is widely known for pursuing complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries, severe orthopedic injuries, and other significant personal injury claims. The firm has received repeated recognition from national legal publications for its litigation results and continues to expand its plaintiff-side practice. Personal Injury Litigation Associate Attorney Responsibilities: Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents in personal...

We are looking for a 3-8 year litigation attorney to join a collaborative mass tort, product liability, or life science litigation team in Downtown Los Angeles. This role offers meaningful courtroom and case-management exposure while supporting sophisticated defense matters for corporate and individual clients. The position is well suited for an attorney who values mentorship, strong career development, and the opportunity to build hands-on experience within a respected national law firm. Responsibilities: • Handle commercial litigation matters involving contract disputes, business tort claims, fraud allegations, trade secret issues, shareholder or partnership conflicts, and unfair competition matters. • Support cases through each stage of the dispute process, from early case assessment and strategy development through settlement, arbitration, trial, or other resolution. • Prepare pleadings, briefs, and substantive motions. • Take and defend depositions, including...

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. What You Will Do • Handle a mix of commercial and entertainment (~25% of work) litigation • Draft law & motion • Discovery  • Take and defend depositions • Handle appearances • Trial preparation What You’ll Need: • 2+ years of civil litigation experience as a licensed California Attorney, with some of that experience in commercial litigation • Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school What’s in It for You: Discretionary and billable bonus  Billable hour requirement: 1750/year – a balanced workload that supports quality of life. The firm values career growth, mentorship, and professional development. Comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance...

A highly regarded firm in Century City is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing team, focusing on securities litigation and insurance defense matters . The firm is open to entry-level attorneys and offers hands-on training and mentorship , making this an excellent opportunity to build a strong litigation foundation. We’ve successfully placed attorneys with this firm who are thriving and genuinely happy , reflecting the team’s supportive and collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Assist with all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motions, and discovery • Conduct legal research and draft memoranda • Support depositions, hearings, and trial preparation • Work closely with senior attorneys on securities and insurance defense matters • Communicate with clients and assist with case strategy Qualifications: • Admitted to the California Bar • Interest in securities litigation and/or insurance defense • Strong writing,...

Robert Half Legal has partnered with a reputable firm in downtown San Diego on a full time/direct hire associate attorney search. This attorney may work on matters ranging from business litigation to insurance defense to healthcare to employment to transportation law. The firm prides themselves on being inclusive as the associates are very tight knit and have great support and mentorship from the partners. There will be some opportunity to work remote and the billable hours are manageable at 1800. This firm works hard plays hard! Responsibilities include: Serve as the primary representative in court and mediation. Draft pleadings and discovery documents, including motions, requests, and trial preparations. Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts. Manage intensive electronic discovery (e-discovery) and ESI issues. Research complex legal areas to articulate findings, support case strategy, and propose new legal theories. Provide clear and...

National High‑End Trial Firm Seeks Litigation Associate About Firm & Position: A nationally recognized trial firm with a multi‑office footprint is hiring a Litigation Associate to handle complex injury and toxic tort matters, as well as commercial disputes. The associate will join a close‑knit team of courtroom‑focused trial lawyers known for high‑stakes verdicts and a track record in catastrophic injury, products liability, and toxic tort cases. The culture emphasizes collaboration, trial readiness, and end‑to‑end ownership of cases. Litigation Associate Responsibilities: Manage 5–20 cases from A–Z in state and federal court, including pleadings, written discovery (with in‑house discovery support), depositions, pre‑trial preparation, and trial. Draft complaints, discovery requests/responses, deposition outlines, pre‑trial filings, and trial materials; coordinate experts and fact witnesses. Take and defend depositions; prepare clients and witnesses for...

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. This ideal attorney will have 2-6 years of experience. 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...

Mid-sized law firm looking to hire a Senior Associate/ Counsel. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough investigations and evaluations of potential legal claims. • Draft and review legal documents such as complaints, briefs, and memoranda. • Lead discovery processes, including managing document reviews and conducting depositions. • Prepare for and actively participate in trials, ensuring strategic representation of clients. • Negotiate settlements and collaborate on case resolutions in complex litigation matters. • Supervise eDiscovery efforts and ensure compliance with legal standards. • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage case progress. • Stay informed on legal precedents and industry developments to strengthen case strategies. • Contribute to the firm's mission-driven initiatives through innovative problem-solving. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job...

Reputable Sacramento firm is seeking an associate attorney to join their growing team. This position focuses on business and environmental litigation, offering an opportunity to work on complex cases alongside highly respected professionals in the field. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, exceptional writing abilities, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Responsibilities: • Represent clients in business and environmental litigation matters, ensuring their legal interests are protected. • Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs with precision and clarity to advance case strategies. • Conduct thorough legal research to support case arguments and develop compelling legal positions. • Manage discovery processes, including...