| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Salary | $80–$85 Per Hour |
Contract-to-Hire Associate Attorney (Junior-Mid Level Litigation)
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
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.
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
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Pay Details: $80.00 to $85.00 per hour
Search managed by: Antonia Spadoni
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
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
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:
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