Attorney, Temp to Hire-Manhattan Beach

Job Title: Litigation Attorney (Contract)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Employment Type: Contract or contract-to-hire; direct hire may be considered for the right candidate

Pay Rate: Approximately $80-$90 per hour

LHH is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney for a contract or contract-to-hire opportunity with a well-established law firm in the Los Angeles area. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of civil litigation matters in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience handling defense-side civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including motion practice, discovery, legal research, deposition preparation, and case strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful litigation experience with a respected firm.

Responsibilities

• Draft motions, pleadings, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and motion practice

• Manage all phases of discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery

• Prepare for and assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation

• Review and analyze case records, documents, and evidence

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members regarding case updates and litigation strategy

• Maintain organized case files and meet court and client deadlines

• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to effectively manage litigation matters

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

• Active California Bar license in good standing

• Minimum 3 years of litigation experience

• Strong understanding of civil procedure and deposition strategy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Experience handling defense-side civil litigation matters is preferred.

• Attorneys with backgrounds in complex commercial litigation, employment law, medical malpractice, insurance defense, or similar practice areas will be considered

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Pay Details: $80.00 to $90.00 per hour

Search managed by: Liz Martinez

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.