Contract Attorney

Robert Half • Redwood City, CA • 1h ago

Description

Regional law firm is seeking a Contract Attorney with at least two years of civil litigation experience to support its team in Redwood City on a contract basis, up to 40 hours per week depending on your availability. This role will focus on various civil litigation matters and assist with cases throughout the full litigation lifecycle, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation. This Contract Attorney can work remotely or on-site, depending on your preferences.

Key Responsibilities

Support matters through all phases of civil litigation

Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation documents

Assist with case strategy, legal research, and analysis

Support depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation

Review documents and help manage discovery processes

Communicate with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel

Handle multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment

Provide flexible litigation support to attorneys based on case needs

Requirements

Qualifications

2+ years of civil litigation experience

Experience in litigation defense strongly preferred

Active California bar license required

Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and deadlines

Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and manage assignments with minimal supervision

Interest in a flexible work arrangement between 20-40 hours per week

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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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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