Business Litigation Attorney LOW Billables

Business & Real Estate Litigation Firm Seeks Litigation Associate--LOW Billables

About Firm & Position:

A well-established boutique California law firm with approximately 10 attorneys is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing practice. The firm is known for handling sophisticated matters across business litigation and real estate litigation, with additional exposure to probate litigation, real estate transactions, and estate planning. This Litigation Associate role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to manage cases from early discovery through resolution. A hybrid schedule is available.

Litigation Associate Responsibilities:

• Handle business litigation and real estate litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Manage all phases of discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Participate in trial preparation and attend trial as needed.
• Negotiate settlements and collaborate with partners on litigation strategy.

Hours:

• Minimum billable requirement of 1,400 hours to remain in good standing.
• Bonus eligibility begins at higher billable tiers.

Perks:

• Litigation Associate may select the billable-hour tier that best fits their practice style.
• Billable requirement well below other firms.
• Sophisticated business litigation and real estate litigation work.
• Lunch & Learn programs for the entire firm.
• Quarterly team lunches and regular firm-wide gatherings.
• Multiple service projects and team-building opportunities throughout the year.
• Paid state and local bar memberships and Central District Court renewals.
• Collaborative environment with low turnover and a collegial culture.

Salary:

• up to $225,000 (DOE)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Division
• Bar dues
• PTO
• Retirement plan 401(k)

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

• Active California Bar license.
• Minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience as an attorney or associate.
• Deposition experience.

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