Remote Employment Litigation Attorney (Contractor)

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 103,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to assist with employment, administrative, and business disputes on a remote, independent-contractor basis. The role includes case intake, research, drafting pleadings, and discovery work.

Responsibilities include preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials, with the possibility of serving as second chair. Some in-person appearances in the Los Angeles area may be required.

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar membership.
• 3+ years in litigation (employment or business) preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work remotely and communicate reliably.
• Located in or near Los Angeles with occasional in-person appearances.

Responsibilities

• Case evaluation and client intake.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs and other court filings.
• Preparing and responding to written discovery.
• Reviewing and analyzing evidence and case records.
• Preparing for depositions, hearings and trials.
• Assisting with hearing and trial preparation.
• Serving as second chair at hearings and trials when appropriate.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Remote communication

Independent work

Education

Active member of the State Bar of California

3+ years litigation experience

Job description

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to assist with employment, administrative, and business disputes on a remote, independent-contractor basis. The role includes case intake, research, drafting pleadings, and discovery work.

Responsibilities include preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials, with the possibility of serving as second chair. Some in-person appearances in the Los Angeles area may be required.