Attorney/Lawyer

Robert Half • Costa Mesa, CA • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an accomplished litigation attorney to support a busy insurance defense practice in Costa Mesa, California. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to take ownership of active matters, work closely with clients and colleagues, and contribute to cases pending in both state and federal court. The role is well suited to a lawyer who is confident managing litigation from early case assessment through resolution in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee insurance defense files from initial evaluation through settlement, motion practice, or trial preparation.

Prepare a wide range of litigation documents, including complaints, answers, motions, discovery responses, legal briefs, and case memoranda.

Analyze legal issues, research applicable authority, and shape practical strategies that support each stage of the case.

Conduct and defend depositions involving parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses while developing testimony for case advancement.

Represent clients at hearings, mediations, settlement discussions, and other court-related appearances.

Manage matters filed in California state and federal courts while maintaining compliance with procedural rules and scheduling requirements.

Develop dispositive motions, pretrial filings, and other materials needed to position cases for favorable outcomes.

Coordinate communication with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and court personnel to keep matters moving efficiently.

Track deadlines, discovery demands, and budget expectations across multiple active litigation matters.

Provide support on appellate briefing and related post-judgment work when case needs require it. Requirements - Active California Bar membership in good standing.

Demonstrated background handling insurance defense litigation matters.

Strong legal writing, research, and analytical capabilities.

Experience preparing motions, briefs, and discovery-related materials.

Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload with minimal supervision.

Working knowledge of practice before California state courts; federal court experience is valued.

Prior deposition experience and comfort appearing in court are preferred.

Effective communication skills with the ability to build credibility with clients and legal stakeholders.

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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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