Defense Litigation Attorney

Boutique Litigation Firm Seeks Civil Litigation Attorney

About Firm & Position:

A respected boutique litigation firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to join its growing California practice. This established litigation team handles sophisticated professional liability, employment defense, insurance coverage, and business litigation matters for a diverse client base. The Civil Litigation Attorney will work on complex litigation matters involving malpractice claims, professional liability disputes, trade secret matters, contract disputes, and insurance-related litigation. This opportunity is ideal for a Civil Litigation Attorney seeking substantive litigation responsibility, trial exposure, and flexibility in work location.

Civil Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and status reports

• Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy and developments

• Take and defend depositions

• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trials

• Handle professional liability matters involving attorneys, insurance agents/brokers, accountants, architects, and engineers

• Assist with employment defense, insurance coverage, and commercial litigation matters

Hours:

• Annual billable requirement of 1,950 hours

• Flexible work arrangements available depending on experience level

• Remote, hybrid, and onsite options available

• Offices located in Los Angeles and West Los Angeles

Perks:

• Sophisticated litigation practice with substantial trial exposure

• Opportunity to work directly with highly regarded litigators from respected defense firms

• Flexible remote and hybrid opportunities for qualified attorneys

• Boutique environment offering substantive hands-on litigation experience

• We’ve successfully placed legal professionals with the firm

Salary:

$150,000 - $200,000

Benefits:

• Full benefits package

• PTO accrual plus paid sick leave

• Flexible work arrangements

• Professional development opportunities

Qualifications:

1. Active California Bar license
2. Civil litigation experience
3. Interest in professional liability, insurance coverage, employment defense, or commercial litigation

TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]

Compensation

$125,000.00-$200,000.00 Yearly

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