Contract Litigation Defense Attorney

Location: Woodland Hills, CA

Pay Rate: Up to $80 per hour
Job Type: Contract, Full-Time, Hybrid – 1-2 days onsite per week

LHH is working with a well-regarded boutique law firm in Woodland Hills, seeking a skilled Contract Litigation Defense Attorney to join their team on an ongoing contract basis. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to handle diverse litigation matters in a collaborative and professional environment.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, including all aspects of case handling from initial analysis to resolution

• Draft, review, and revise legal documents including answers, motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, discovery requests and responses, pretrial motions, and settlement agreements

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on complex legal issues

• Appear for hearings, depositions, mediations, and other court proceedings as required

• Prepare for and assist in trial proceedings, including organizing trial exhibits, preparing witnesses, and handling pretrial filings

• Take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and third-party witnesses

• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to keep all stakeholders informed and to negotiate resolutions when appropriate

• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys to develop case strategy and ensure consistent, high-quality client service

• Stay current with legal trends and changes in litigation procedures relevant to California state and federal courts

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation defense

• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills

• Ability to work independently and manage a litigation caseload

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