Legal Jobs in Commerce, CA

Our client is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Santa Monica office.

The firm fosters a strong mentorship environment, prioritizing attorney development and career growth. You will gain invaluable experience representing employers of all sizes working alongside top-rated and former Big Law attorneys, within a culture that values work-life balance.

This firm offers:

• Office type: Hybrid
• Billables: 1750
• Base Salary: $220K-$250K
• Bonus: Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance (additional compensation for hours over billable requirement and performance based bonus)
• Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan
• Work to include: transactional assignments, advice and counsel, internal investigations and litigation
• Excellent track record of promoting associates to partner
• Opportunity to work with a collaborative, supportive and friendly close-knit team

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 Years of Litigation Experience (strong L&E defense experience)
• JD from an accredited university
• Active membership in the California State Bar

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Job ID: 394071

Practice area:- Product Liability Defense

Product Liability Defense Associate Attorney (1–10+ Years Experience) – National Litigation Practice | United States

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Multiple nationally recognized litigation practices—including Am Law firms, respected mid-sized defense firms, and specialized product liability boutiques—are seeking a Product Liability Defense Associate Attorney (1–10+ years experience) to support growing litigation teams across the United States.

This Product Liability Defense Attorney opportunity offers exposure to high-stakes litigation involving consumer products, pharmaceuticals, automotive manufacturers, and technology companies. With increasing activity in complex product litigation and multidistrict litigation (MDL), firms are actively expanding their defense teams.

Attorneys pursuing United States legal jobs in complex litigation will gain hands-on experience defending major corporations in high-value claims involving technical, scientific, and regulatory issues. This partner-track position provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated product liability matters while developing strong courtroom and case strategy experience.

This opportunity is actively interviewing candidates with strong litigation backgrounds and experience in product liability defense or complex civil litigation.

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Key Responsibilities

• Defend manufacturers, distributors, insurers, and corporate clients in product liability defense litigation.

• Manage complex litigation matters including class actions and multidistrict litigation (MDL) proceedings.

• Conduct depositions, draft dispositive motions, and manage discovery processes.

• Coordinate expert witnesses and analyze scientific, medical, and engineering evidence.

• Evaluate product design, warnings, causation issues, and regulatory compliance in product liability claims.

• Support trial preparation and assist with courtroom advocacy.

• Collaborate with co-counsel, corporate clients, and insurance carriers on litigation strategies.

• Manage active litigation dockets and maintain strict deadlines.

• Conduct detailed legal research and prepare persuasive litigation briefs.

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Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required.

• 1–10+ years of experience as a Product Liability Defense Attorney or complex civil litigation attorney.

• Experience handling product liability defense matters, class actions, or multidistrict litigation (MDL) preferred.

• Strong motion practice, legal writing, and deposition experience.

• Ability to work with complex scientific, engineering, or medical evidence.

• Strong litigation case management skills.

• Experience working in a law firm environment.

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Skills

• Excellent litigation strategy and analytical abilities.

• Strong written advocacy and legal research skills.

• Effective communication and client advisory skills.

• Ability to collaborate with experts and technical consultants.

• Strong case management and organizational skills.

• Detail-oriented approach to complex litigation matters.

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Culture & Firm Appeal

These opportunities are with leading litigation practices that defend major corporate clients in complex product liability matters nationwide. Many of these firms are Am Law firms or highly respected litigation boutiques with extensive experience handling sophisticated defense work.

Attorneys benefit from working alongside experienced trial lawyers on high-profile cases involving cutting-edge technical issues. The collaborative environment encourages professional development and provides early exposure to meaningful litigation responsibilities.

For attorneys seeking United States legal jobs in complex litigation, these roles offer the opportunity to gain exposure to major national cases while developing strong courtroom and trial preparation experience.

These firms are recognized for their strong litigation practices and their ability to handle large-scale product liability matters involving global manufacturers and complex regulatory environments.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Opportunity to work on high-stakes product liability litigation involving major corporations.

• Exposure to multidistrict litigation (MDL) and national class actions.

• Hands-on involvement in depositions, motion practice, and expert coordination.

• Work on cases involving cutting-edge scientific, engineering, and medical evidence.

• Partner-track position with opportunities for long-term litigation career growth.

• Excellent opportunity for attorneys seeking sophisticated product liability defense litigation experience.

This position rarely opens at this level and offers attorneys the opportunity to participate in complex national litigation matters shaping the product liability landscape.

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Job Title: Senior Business Litigation Attorney

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90067

Job Type: Full Time – Onsite

Our client has an opportunity for an experienced senior attorney to join our Business Litigation practice in our Los Angeles office. Qualified candidates must have experience in general commercial litigation. Responsibilities include working with our business litigation team to manage a high-volume case load and a wide variety of other tasks associated with complex commercial litigation and trials.

• Experience in general commercial litigation
• We’re looking for a team player with exceptional research and writing skills
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Wide-ranging litigation experience, including depositions and pre-trial motion practice.
• Bar admission in California is required.

Role: Plaintiff Labor and Employment Attorney

Location: Los Angeles, CA

About the Opportunity:

Join a highly successful and well-established Plaintiff-side firm in Los Angeles known for aggressively advocating for employees’ rights and achieving outstanding results for its clients. This firm has built a strong reputation for handling complex labor and employment matters and securing significant settlements and verdicts on behalf of employees who have experienced workplace violations.

The firm is seeking a driven Plaintiff Labor & Employment Attorney who is passionate about employee advocacy and eager to handle impactful cases involving workplace rights and protections.

Why Join Us?

1. Work on meaningful cases involving workplace rights and employee advocacy.
2. Strong support from experienced attorneys and paralegals.
3. Hybrid work environment based in Los Angeles.

The Role:

• Manage Plaintiff-side Labor & Employment cases from intake through resolution.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Represent employees in matters such as wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage & hour violations.

Qualifications:

• Active California Bar required.
• Plaintiff Labor & Employment experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $160,000 and $300,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

Medical insurance (80% paid by employer)

Dental insurance (50% paid by employer)

Vision insurance (50% paid by employer)

401(k) match available after 1 year

2 weeks of PTO + 6 days sick time + 7 federal holidays

Title: Trial Attorney – Personal Injury

Location: Fully Remote (California)

About The Firm:

The client is a nationally recognized personal injury law firm dedicated to advocating for individuals who have been seriously injured due to negligence. For over three decades, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional results and compassionate representation for clients throughout California.

As the firm continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join its litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven litigator who thrives in the courtroom and wants to handle significant personal injury cases while working remotely.

Position Overview:

The Trial Attorney will manage a caseload of complex personal injury matters and take cases through all phases of litigation, including trial. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling depositions, arguing motions, and presenting cases in front of juries.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value cases while collaborating with an experienced litigation team and support staff.

Responsibilities:

• Manage personal injury cases from litigation through trial
• Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions
• Develop case strategy and trial preparation plans
• Prepare witnesses and clients for testimony
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and trials
• Collaborate with paralegals, case managers, and support staff
• Maintain strong client communication and case updates

Qualifications:

• Active license and good standing with the California State Bar
• 5+ years of personal injury litigation experience
• Trial experience strongly preferred (first or second chair)

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$250,000 – $300,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off]

Title: Legal Secretary (Real Estate)

Location: Hybrid; 2x per week on-site in Los Angeles, CA 90067

Job Type: Permanent, direct-hire

Compensation: Up to $100,000 annually

• Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
• Benefit packages and PTO are provided.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Insight Global is seeking a skilled Legal Assistant to join the Real Estate team of an AM 200 law firm. The Real Estate Practice Assistant is responsible for administrative support for assigned attorneys. Duties include creating and editing documents, filing, completing client/matter intake forms, finalizing bills, submitting expenses, entering time, answering incoming calls, coordinating meetings, managing attorney’s contacts, and maintaining calendars.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

-High School Diploma or GED or equivalent years of experience

-5+ years of legal administrative assistant experience within real estate preferred.

-Experience with document management, time and billing, client matter intake, and e-filing systems preferred.

At Manshoory Law Group, APC (MLG) we are a reputable and growing criminal defense firm focused on building solid defense strategies for the arrested and accused throughout the greater Los Angeles area, Orange County, and surrounding areas.

We are a family-oriented law firm with a fun and friendly atmosphere. We strive to help our employees excel in their work through guidance, training, and support.

Job purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated attorney who is committed to providing zealous advocacy for our clients. The ideal candidate will have criminal defense experience and work closely with their legal assistant to ensure clear and consistent client communication. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. All attorneys are expected to maintain a professional appearance and decorum in both the courtroom and the office, while also demonstrating a collaborative and team-oriented approach with colleagues.

 Requirements:

• Experience: 0-5+ years of criminal defense experience (required).
• Licensing: Must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California and admitted to practice law in California.

Core Competencies:

• Criminal Defense Expertise: Experience in handling a variety of criminal cases, including misdemeanors, felonies, resentencing, and post-conviction matters is preferred. Some trial experience is preferred, as well as familiarity with contested motions and DUI/vehicle-related crimes, including DMV-APS hearings.
• Professionalism & Demeanor: Possesses a poised, polished, and professional appearance. Demonstrates excellent courtroom presence and maintains a professional and empathetic demeanor in all client interactions.
• Legal & Analytical Skills: Possesses strong legal research, writing, and strategic analysis skills. Capable of evaluating cases, developing effective defense strategies, and producing high-quality work product.
• Communication & Negotiation: Has excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Organizational & Time Management: Is exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and able to effectively manage time and multitask. Must be able to handle a demanding caseload from the initial client consultation through case completion.
• Autonomy: Possesses the ability to work with minimal to no supervision.
• Technical Skills: Is tech-savvy and computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Attending daily court appearances at various courthouses.
• Handling a diverse caseload of misdemeanors, felonies, and post-conviction cases.
• Conducting jury trials.
• Visiting clients in jail as necessary.
• Performing legal research and writing, including drafting motions, as well as contributing to firm blogs or articles.
• Attending and conducting DMV-APS hearings.
• Performing case evaluations and strategic analysis of cases.
• Conducting client consultations and providing compassionate legal guidance.
• Complying with all firm policies and procedures, along with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

 Physical requirements 

 Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time while in the office, and infrequently move items weighing up to 10 pounds across the office/courthouse for various needs; must be able to commute to various courthouses; to do substantial and repetitive movements/motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; to have close visual acuity to view a computer terminal; to move around varying distances; to reach, push, pull, talk, hear, as needed. Work is performed in an internal environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. 

Direct reports: None

Compensation is based on experience: $90,000 to $150,000

Trustpoint.One is pleased to be partnering with a Los Angeles Litigation Boutique law firm in their search for a Temporary Litigation Attorney. The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in California, able to work on a hybrid basis in Los Angeles and meet the following requirements:

• At least two years of experience litigating Lemon Law and/or insurance defense cases in state court.
• Experience managing all phases of litigation, including propounding and responding to discovery, taking and defending depositions and preparing for hearings and mediation.
• Excellent research and writing skills are required.
• A competitive salary hourly rate is offered.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume via the link below.

This is a great opportunity to work with a collegial team of successful trial attorneys who are passionate about what they do!

Interested and qualified Los Angeles-based Litigation Attorneys are encouraged to submit a resume for immediate consideration!

Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Firm Description

SHANLEY, APC is an established labor, employment, and employee benefits law firm with decades of experience serving labor unions and related entities.

The firm was originally founded in 1983 by John DeCarlo, whose legacy of excellence continues through the dedication and expertise of the firm’s current generation of attorneys. SHANLEY, APC places a high value on collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to excellence. With offices strategically located in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Washington State, SHANLEY, APC is committed to providing premier legal services nationwide. 

Role Description

SHANLEY, APC is seeking a talented lateral Attorney for a full-time position in Los Angeles, CA . This position offers the opportunity to assume a pivotal role in all facets of litigation and engage in a diverse range of cases.

The Attorney will be responsible for representing labor union and related entity clients in labor and employment matters. The Attorney will conduct comprehensive legal research; draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, settlement agreements and correspondence to opposing counsel; conduct discovery and take depositions; attend hearings; engage in negotiations; stay abreast of the latest legal developments; and provide legal advice to clients. Collaboration with colleagues and clients on case strategy and delivering excellent legal counsel are key responsibilities. 

This position is on-site, at least initially. Hybrid work may be possible in the future.

Qualifications

• At least three years of prior practice as an attorney
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills
• Outstanding communication skills, including oral advocacy abilities
• Strong organization and planning skills to allow for tracking and management of multiple deadlines
• Strong work ethic and sense of duty and responsibility towards clients, goals, and work product
• Embrace a collaborative and collegial work approach
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to the California State Bar

Preferred, but not required: 

• Prior experience in labor and employment law practice
• At least two years of prior litigation and case management experience
• Demonstrated commitment to the labor movement or social and economic justice

Salary Range & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, ranging from $145,000 to $165,000, commensurate with expertise and proficiency.
• Exceptional benefits package: employer-paid family health insurance, traditional pension plans, annual profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement.
• A stable and supportive work environment.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample.

POSITION: Executive Assistant

LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA

IN OFFICE SCHEDULE: In office 4 days per week

COMPENSATION: $75,000-$92,500, non-exempt

Executive Assistant| Global Law Firm| Los Angeles, CA. Our prestigious and globally recognized AM LAW 50 law firm client is hiring an experienced Executive Assistant in their Los Angeles, CA office. This executive assistant role is responsible for providing high-level, executive and confidential administrative support. This role will deliver value in the following ways: central support resource for the leader and the practice team; an integrator connecting work streams that would otherwise remain siloed; a communicator linking the practice team, clients and the broader organization.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Specialized legal support leading to exceptional client service.
• Calendar management and scheduling with meticulous attention to detail, including proactively identifying and
• monitoring matter-related deadlines, and organizing and creating invitations for internal and external events to include all pertinent details (zoom links, locations, contact information), often across time zones and multiple busy calendars.
• Liaise with internal and external clients and support services (e.g. IT, Travel, and Office Services as well as external vendors) on behalf of the attorney and the practice team as it pertains to scheduling of meetings, events and travel.
• Leveraging the Firm’s Travel Department while overseeing all aspects of travel planning, logistics, details and execution, to attorney’s preferences, aiming to be efficient with the attorney’s time during business trips, and keeping client-related components of business trips at the forefront.
• Track all follow-up requests (meetings, materials, deliverables).
• Approach all client interactions, either in writing, by telephone or in person, with professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy, as a representative of the attorney, the practice team and the Firm.
• Prepare and/or disseminate schedules, notifications, agendas, minutes, and meeting materials. Proactively prepare or coordinate preparation of background materials and due diligence for meetings to ensure attorney is prepared for meetings, events and interactions.
• Prepare/draft legal documents as required, including exhibits for trial or closings, trial/closing binders, correspondence, notices, pleadings, and memoranda.
• Build and maintain an effective working relationship with personnel at all levels. Effectively manage communications with high-level internal and external constituents.
• Process Matter Opening Forms promptly, ensuring timely follow up and assignment and communication of matter numbers.
• Maintain an ongoing status list of MOFs and new matters opened.
• Contribute to success of the attorney’s financial and client growth goals.
• Independently prioritize, research, and follow up on multiple incoming issues and concerns addressed to the attorney, including those of sensitive and/or confidential nature; recommend appropriate course of action, referral, and/or response.
• Maintain Outlook contacts lists, promptly adding new contacts upon introduction to the attorney and keeping up-to- date as contact information changes.
• Work in conjunction with Firm’s Business Center to ensure prompt processing of all expenses.
• Process timesheets daily, drafting entries and following up as appropriate.
• Onsite responsibilities may include meeting clients in a professional manner; use of standard office equipment, including copiers and scanners; maintaining physical files; reviewing jobs for quality assurance; and providing support to attorneys outside of team assignments
• Provide support outside of standard working hours, including during evenings and weekends as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Westlaw/Research: Perform internet research. Request UCC lien/litigation/bankruptcy searches from various entities (both state and county). Request certified copies of formation documents from various entities (both state and county); File formation documents with various entities (both state and county)
• Maintain paper and electronic filings. Maintain paper files for certain Estate Accounts (i.e., for purposes of tax filings); Retrieve documents from files as needed.
• Maintain Client Minute Books.
• E-Filings: Federal, State and appellate court filings. Scheduling remote court appearances Schedules messengers and other vendors for pick-up of documents for errands such as filings with court, delivery of documents to counsel and other types of errands.
• Depositions: Schedule court reporter for hearing and/or depositions, download transcript, and/or send to client for review.
• Corporate Tasks as required
• Litigation Tasks as required

Requirements

• Education: Two years of college or equivalent experience required. College degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Experience: Five plus years experience in a high-level administrative support position. Experience in a law firm or other professional services firm preferred.

Skills:

• Expert organizational skills; top-notch time management skills; streamlined and polished communication style;
• problem-solving orientation; ownership of the role and the responsibilities; meticulous attention to detail; ability to remain calm and poised in times of high stress.
• Additionally: Mastery of Microsoft Office suite, including ability to create PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, and Word documents. Advanced Outlook skills including the calendaring and task functions.
• Facility with Zoom and MS Teams.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters professionally and with discretion.
• Ability to resolve issues quickly, effectively, and diplomatically and to make appropriate recommendations.
• Good decision maker, strategic thinker and proven ability to manage time, people and resources in order to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage projects and handle multiple competing priorities.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities. Ability to deal with stress associated with a fast paced work environment, including handling the demands of multiple tasks on a daily basis. Ability to work well as a member of a team and make judgment decisions and handle daily responsibilities with little or no supervision.
• Project management skills/training, a plus.