Associate Attorney

Description

Calling all newly barred attorneys and recent law school graduates!

Are you looking to launch your litigation career with a team that will provide hands-on training, mentorship, and meaningful case exposure? We are partnering with several respected law firms across the East Bay that are actively seeking newly licensed attorneys and junior associates for contract-to-hire opportunities with long-term growth potential.

These are excellent opportunities for attorneys who want to gain real courtroom exposure, work closely with experienced litigators, and build a strong foundation in civil litigation.

Practice Areas

• Insurance Defense

• Employment Litigation

• Asbestos Litigation

• Toxic Tort

• Medical Malpractice Defense

What You'll Do

• Assist with all phases of litigation from case inception through resolution

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, and discovery

• Prepare discovery responses and review document productions

• Support trial preparation

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses

• Work closely with attorneys who are committed to mentorship and professional development

Requirements

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Newly barred attorney or those with 1-2 years of litigation experience

• Active California Bar admission or pending admission with expected licensing date

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Desire to develop a long-term career in litigation

• Ability to work on-site with a collaborative legal team

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

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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