Business & Employment Attorney
Business & Employment Attorney - Newport Beach
About the Firm
A growing boutique litigation firm in Newport Beach is seeking a Business/Employment Litigation Attorney to join its team. The firm represents businesses, employers, property owners, developers, and high-net-worth individuals in complex civil disputes and offers attorneys the opportunity to take ownership of cases while working directly with clients and experienced litigators.
The firm specializes in a range of practice areas including:
- Business and commercial litigation
- Employment litigation and class actions
- Breach of contract disputes
Attorney Responsibilities
- Draft motions, pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Manage cases from inception through trial
- Take and defend depositions
- Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts
- Assist with case strategy, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation
Ideal Backgrounds
Employment Class Action Attorney
- 3+ years of employment class action experience
- Ability to manage matters from inception through settlement, including court approval processes
Business/Commercial Litigation Attorney
- 2+ years of business, commercial, or employment litigation experience
- Experience handling complex discovery and high-exposure matters
Why Join?
- Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters
- Direct client interaction and meaningful case responsibility
- Clear path for growth and advancement
- Firm culture focused on quality work rather than excessive billable requirements
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $125,000-$200,000 DOE
- Discretionary bonuses throughout the year and at year-end
- Medical benefits (HMO and PPO options)
- 401(k) with employer match
Qualifications:
Requirements
- 2+ years of civil litigation experience
- Strong law and motion experience
- Deposition experience preferred
TO APPLY
Direct resumes ONLY to:
McKinley Horwitz - Assistant Vice President, Direct Hire
McKinley [dot] Horwitz [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
Compensation
$125,000.00-$200,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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