Contract-to-Hire Associate Attorney (Junior-Mid Level Litigation)
LHH is partnering with a respected boutique litigation firm in Los Angeles seeking a Contract-to-Hire Associate Attorney to support a diverse civil litigation practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to gain hands-on litigation experience while working closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated matters.
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Downtown Los Angeles) Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) upon conversion to permanent employment Compensation: $80-$85/hour, depending on experience Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM PST
Responsibilities
- Assist with all phases of litigation from case inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal research memoranda, and other court filings
- Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
- Support trial preparation and case strategy development
- Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses
- Collaborate with attorneys and support staff on complex litigation matters
Qualifications
- 1-4 years of civil litigation experience in a law firm environment
- Active membership in the California State Bar
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in business litigation, real estate litigation, commercial litigation, or related practice areas is preferred
Benefits Upon Permanent Conversion
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Parking or transportation reimbursement
- Technology and home office support
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Professional development and mentoring opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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.