Defense Associate (Hybrid, 1850 Billables)

Robert Half (Recruiting for a California Law Firm); Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Mentorship culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Robert Half (Recruiting for a California Law Firm) seeks a Litigation Attorney to join its defense team in California. The firm handles public entity, employment, education, construction, product liability, and appellate matters, offering a hybrid work environment and strong mentorship within a collegial culture.

Requirements include an active California Bar license and at least two years of defense litigation experience, plus the ability to manage law and motion matters and appear in court.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of defense litigation experience.
• Ability to manage law and motion matters and attend court hearings.

Responsibilities

• Manage defense litigation cases through all stages of the litigation lifecycle.
• Draft and argue law and motion matters; prepare for and attend court hearings.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and litigation documents.
• Collaborate directly with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy.

Skills

Bar license

Defense litigation experience

Court appearances

Legal research

Job description

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Organising Institution / Firm

Robert Half (Recruiting for a California Law Firm)

Rolling Basis (Official)

$145,000 - $200,000 per year (DOE)

Active California Bar license; 2+ years of defense litigation experience; ability to handle law and motion matters and court appearances.

Law Firm Job

Role Overview

A well-established California law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its defense team. The firm handles matters including public entity law, employment, education, construction, product liability, and appellate work. This role offers a hybrid work environment and a focus on mentorship within a collegial, open-door culture.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Active California Bar license is mandatory.


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in defense litigation.


• Proven ability to manage law and motion matters and conduct court appearances.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage defense litigation cases through all stages of the litigation lifecycle.


• Draft and argue law and motion matters; prepare for and attend court hearings.


• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and litigation documents.


• Collaborate directly with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy.

Stipend & Compensation

Base Salary: $145,000 - $200,000 per year (depending on experience). The role also includes performance bonuses.

FAQs

• What is the expected billable requirement? The position requires 1850 annual billable hours.


• Is this a remote role? It is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.