Temp Contract Attorney (LA)

Job Description

Job Description

Contract Litigation Attorney

Location : Century City, Los Angeles, CA

Salary : $65 to $75 per hour

Job Type : Contract / Contract to Hire, Hybrid (Occasional In-Office Days), Full-Time

A small, boutique law firm in Century City is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney to join their team on a contract or contract-to-hire basis. This role offers mentorship, a supportive environment, and room for growth. The ideal candidate will have experience in general civil litigation with complex securities as a plus, and be comfortable handling deposition-related tasks.

Responsibilities :

Conduct and defend depositions, including witness preparation and post-deposition analysis

Draft and serve deposition notices, subpoenas, and related discovery documents

Perform legal research and analysis to support deposition strategy and case development

Collaborate with internal teams and clients to assess case strengths, weaknesses, and settlement options

Prepare case files, exhibits, and summaries for hearings and trial preparation

Communicate with opposing counsel regarding scheduling, discovery disputes, and case updates

Assist in drafting motions, pleadings, and other litigation documents as needed

Requirements :

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active membership in the California State Bar

Minimum 1 years of experience in insurance defense litigation

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

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

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

Pay Details : $65.00 to $75.00 per hour

Search managed by : Donnell Murray

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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https : / / www- uat.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.