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Robert Half Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney in Irvine, California
Description
Boutique National Firm Seeks Attorney for Sophisticated Commercial Litigation Practice: WILLING TO TRAIN ON PRACTICE AREA
About Firm & Position:
A well-established national law firm with multiple offices across the U.S. is seeking an Attorney to join its Orange County team. The firm is highly regarded in the commercial litigation space, representing developers, contractors, and global corporations on complex domestic and international matters.
This Attorney position offers the opportunity to work closely with a supportive managing partner on sophisticated complex litigation. The Attorney will gain hands-on experience in complex disputes and is well-suited for an Attorney interested in transitioning into commercial construction litigation from another defense litigation background. The Irvine-based team is collegial, stable, and known for strong mentorship and substantive exposure early on.
Attorney Responsibilities:
· Draft and argue law and motion, including dispositive motions and case strategy filings
· Manage written discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery requests
· Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex litigation issues
· Assist with depositions, hearings, and trial preparation in construction-related disputes
· Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case development
· Handle surety-related matters and support ongoing commercial litigation cases
Hours:
Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite / 1 day remote
Billable requirement: 1,950 hours annually
Perks:
· Sophisticated commercial litigation work
· Supportive managing partner with strong mentorship style
· Opportunity to transition into a niche, high-demand practice area
· Stable, collegial office with strong reputation in the space
Salary:
$175,000 – $210,000 base salary (commensurate with class year)
Multiple bonus structures available
Benefits:
· Medical, dental, and vision benefits (effective first of the month following hire)
· 401(k) eligibility after 6 months with quarterly entry periods
· Profit sharing after 1 year
· Parking fully covered
· Firm-paid bar dues, bar admission fees, and bar review courses
· $800 annual cell phone reimbursement
· Paydays on the 15th and last day of each month
TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
Requirements
Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
1+ year of litigation experience
Experience with law and motion, discovery, and legal research
Ability to work onsite in Irvine 4 days per week
TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
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