Trial Attorney (Jr. Level Candidates)

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a plaintiff-side consumer warranty class-action firm in Los Angeles in its search for a Trial Attorney.

This is a unique contract-to-hire opportunity for a California-barred litigation attorney seeking meaningful courtroom exposure and a clear path to long-term growth. The attorney hired will spend an initial 30- to 60-day contract period shadowing experienced trial attorneys, learning the firm’s workflow, and gaining hands-on exposure to hearings, motion practice, and trial preparation. Upon successful completion of the contract period, the attorney will convert to a full-time position.

The firm is a well-established plaintiff auto consumer warranty firm with more than 170 employees and offers the opportunity to develop quickly into a substantive trial role.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle substantive litigation work, including motions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Support and eventually manage case responsibilities independently as experience allows.
• Participate in hearings and court appearances throughout California.
• Assist with discovery disputes, motion practice, and overall case strategy.
• Work closely with experienced trial attorneys during the onboarding period to develop familiarity with firm processes and litigation workflow.
• Grow into serving as first or second chair at trial.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license and currently based in California.
• At least 1+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong foundation in civil litigation, including civil procedure, motions, motions in limine, and trial preparation.
• Interest in gaining hearing and trial experience in a fast-paced plaintiff-side litigation practice.
• Ability to ramp up quickly and manage a substantive workload.
• Willingness to travel throughout California for hearings and court appearances.

Compensation & Schedule

• Full-time, contract-to-hire assignment.
• Contract period of up to 60 days, with conversion as early as completion of the shadowing period.
• $65 to $75 per hour during the contract period.
• $140,000 to $155,000+ upon permanent conversion, depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus tied to timekeeping and trial outcomes.
• Access to the firm’s full suite of benefits upon conversion.
• Remote flexibility available.
• 2,000 billable hour requirement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a developing litigator who wants to accelerate their courtroom experience and build toward a long-term trial career with a successful and growing plaintiff firm.

Please submit your resume directly to Steve[dot]Moss[at]RobertHalf[dotcom] for immediate consideration.