CA-Barred Attorney | Up to $135k | Path to Litigation

Robert Half • Los Angeles, CA • 2h ago

Description

TEMP-TO-HIRE LITIGATION ATTORNEY - MOTION PRACTICE FOCUS

30-day temp-to-hire | Up to $135,000 DOE upon conversion | California-based and CA-barred required

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a well-established plaintiff-side consumer warranty firm in Los Angeles seeking a California-barred attorney for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This position is a strong fit for a newly admitted attorney or a lawyer looking to pivot into litigation and develop practical experience in a busy plaintiff practice. The role offers immediate involvement in substantive drafting work, along with a clear path toward broader litigation responsibilities after conversion.

Position Overview

This attorney will support an active docket of consumer warranty matters, with an emphasis on drafting and motion-related work during the initial contract period. The environment is fast-paced and process-driven, making it ideal for someone eager to sharpen litigation fundamentals and grow quickly.

Core Responsibilities

Prepare complaints, motions, and related pleadings for plaintiff-side litigation matters

Work from firm templates, internal workflows, and established drafting procedures

Assist with active case support across a high-volume consumer warranty practice

Use legal technology tools to improve drafting efficiency and help manage workflow

Build practical litigation experience through day-to-day exposure to substantive case work

After Permanent Conversion

Handle court appearances, whether remote or in person, depending on venue and case needs

Expand into greater case responsibility, including more direct involvement with clients and ongoing litigation strategy

Requirements

Candidate Profile

Active California Bar membership required

Must currently reside in California

Open to attorneys with limited litigation experience or those coming from another practice area

Able to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven setting

Interested in developing plaintiff-side litigation skills in a structured environment

Pay & Benefits

Contract period: $50/hour during the initial 30-day temp assignment

Upon conversion: base salary up to $135,000+ depending on experience, plus bonus potential

Benefits available upon hire include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and company holidays

Why Consider This Opportunity

Excellent entry point for attorneys seeking to break into litigation

Immediate exposure to meaningful drafting and law & motion assignments

Fast-paced practice setting that supports rapid learning and development

Clear opportunity to grow into courtroom work and increased case ownership

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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