Civil Litigation Attorney

A respected Irvine-based law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented attorney with experience handling civil litigation matters from inception through resolution. The firm is open to candidates with experience in a variety of civil litigation practice areas, including business litigation, employment, insurance defense, real estate, construction, and general commercial disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through settlement or trial
• Draft, review, and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and settlement agreements
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural legal issues
• Take and defend depositions and attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis and recommendations
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Negotiate settlements and work toward favorable resolutions for clients
• Prepare witnesses, exhibits, and trial materials for litigation proceedings
• Manage multiple cases while ensuring compliance with court deadlines, calendaring requirements, and filing procedures

Why This Opportunity

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated and challenging litigation matters
• Collaborative and team-oriented firm culture
• Hands-on responsibility and direct client interaction
• Opportunity to take ownership of cases and develop litigation strategies
• Professional growth opportunities within an established Irvine-based law firm

Interested in learning more? Apply today! We would love to connect with California-barred attorneys who are looking for their next civil litigation opportunity.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred
• Experience handling discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and client management abilities
• Familiarity with California state and federal court procedures
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and competing deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced legal environment