Contract Litigation Attorney (Remote, CA)

Location: Remote, CA

Compensation: $90 - $120/hr.

Employment Type: Contract

LHH is actively seeking experienced Litigation Attorneys for ongoing and upcoming contract opportunities with law firms, corporate legal departments, and public sector organizations throughout California.

These roles are ideal for attorneys who thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy handling complex legal matters, and bring strong analytical, advocacy, and case management skills. We are continually partnering with clients seeking litigation professionals across a variety of practice areas and industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution

• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex litigation matters

• Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents

• Participate in all phases of discovery, including document review, depositions, and witness preparation

• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as required

• Collaborate with clients, attorneys, experts, and internal stakeholders to develop litigation strategy

• Evaluate legal and business risks and provide practical recommendations

• Ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements

• Maintain accurate case documentation and litigation files

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active California Bar license

• 5+ years of litigation experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or government setting

• Demonstrated experience handling litigation matters independently

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Experience

Candidates may have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Commercial Litigation

• Complex Civil Litigation

• Employment Litigation

• Insurance Defense

• Professional Liability

• Business Disputes

• Real Estate Litigation

• Construction Litigation

• General Civil Litigation

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.

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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

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Pay Details: $90.00 to $120.00 per hour

Search managed by: Roxane Pizarro

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:

• 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.