Jobs in Maywood, CA

Legal Corner Law Office is a growing plaintiff-side law firm based in Glendale, California, with a strong reputation in protecting the rights of employees and delivering effective, results-driven representation. Our collaborative team environment allows attorneys and staff to grow their skills while making a direct impact on our clients' lives.

Position Overview

We are seeking a PAGA Litigation Attorney with direct Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling PAGA and employment law matters from case evaluation through trial, collaborating closely with paralegals and case managers, and strategically litigating against employers, defense counsel, and insurance carriers.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Assessment: Identify employment cases that are best suited for litigation, with a strong focus on PAGA claims and wage and hour violations, including unpaid wages, meal and rest break violations, overtime violations, off-the-clock work, and other California Labor Code violations.
• Litigation: Draft pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and briefs. Represent clients in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials related to employment and PAGA matters.
• PAGA Compliance: Prepare and manage LWDA notices, PAGA filings, and statutory requirements, while developing litigation strategies for representative PAGA actions.
• Negotiation: Engage in settlement negotiations with defense counsel and opposing parties to secure favorable outcomes for clients.
• Client Communication: Act as a secondary point of contact for clients who require attorney communication, while case managers remain the primary client liaison.
• Collaboration: Work closely with paralegals, case managers, and support staff to move cases forward efficiently and ensure strong case development.
• Compliance: Ensure all case activity complies with court deadlines, ethical standards, and firm procedures.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in California, in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of employment litigation experience with direct PAGA experience required.
• Strong understanding of California Labor Code violations and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) procedures, including LWDA notice requirements.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases with strong attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Annual salary: $150,000 - $300,000 + bonuses

Why Join Us

• Full benefits package: 401(k), health, dental, vision, UNLIMITED PTO, and holidays.
• Professional growth opportunities in a multi-practice plaintiff-side firm.
• Supportive, client-focused culture where your contributions directly impact clients' lives.

If you are a motivated PAGA litigation attorney looking to grow your career with a dynamic and expanding Glendale law firm, we'd love to hear from you.

Premier regional law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their Los Angeles headquarter office. The ideal candidate will have well-rounded experience with the flow of the litigation process, complex legal requirements, e-Discovery competency (Relativity, DISCO, etc.), research and drafting, and also trial preparations. If you are a strong paralegal with substantive litigation experience, and are looking to join a firm that fosters continued growth with a congenial / hybrid work environment, please apply for consideration!

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

• Research, gather, and compile data for the preparation of cases, legal documents, case authorities, and legal citations to assist attorneys.
• Assisting with trial preparation including exhibits and witness preparation
• Draft and or compile information to assist in drafting a variety of documents to support attorneys
• Prepare and manage subpoenas and other hearing preparation documents
• Assisting with all areas of discovery, including e-Discovery

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3-5+ years of civil litigation experience in a law firm
• Bachelor's Degree and/or ABA Paralegal Certificate
• Strong software skills and knowledge, (MS Office), document management software, e-Discovery / Relativity, etc.
• Exceptional communication skills to communicate with attorneys, staff, and clients

Tired of just doing intakes and getting medical records? Want to manage a case from start to finish? We are a reputable Plaintiff's personal injury litigation firm located in the West LA/Brentwood area looking to hire an entry-level or experienced full-time legal assistant. We are looking for the right candidate to join our personable and social staff. We are willing to train the right candidate. You will have the opportunity to learn personal injury litigation and case management from A to Z. This is an ideal position for someone looking to break into the legal field, and/or is considering becoming a paralegal. Prefer if you have 1-3 years of experience.

Our environment is fast-paced, and we love what we do. We pride ourselves on giving the best client service and ensuring justice is served every step of the way.

Responsibilities:

Candidate will handle all aspects of personal injury claims including:

• Screening new client intake calls
• Requesting police reports and medical records
• Tracking case progress
• Maintaining constant communication and follow-ups with client,
• Handling property damage claims
• Writing demand letters
• Negotiating liens
• Filing lawsuits
• Managing multiple calendars
• Filing court documents
• Coordinating depositions
• Calendaring deadlines
• Discovery
• Preparing for trials, etc.

Requirements:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Very well organized
• Must be reliable, professional, and willing to work in a team environment - you will be working together with other assistants and assisting partners and attorneys

Job Type: Full-time

Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm's core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.

Docket Coordinator

The Docket Coordinator will exercise discretion and independent judgment in facilitating actions required to efficiently and accurately calendar all docket activities. The Docket Coordinator is responsible for performing the day-to-day duties of the Docket Department, monitoring information entered into the Firm Docketing system, and providing general litigation support. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.

Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of State, Federal, Local, and Judge's rules. Ability to research resource guides, rules and statutes, authorities, and numerous courts' websites.
• For each case being monitored, identify the correct rule set to be used in the calendaring system. Provide attorney and secretary with a printed copy of the judge's standing orders upon request.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the Docket Department's database as it relates to day-to-day work production. Create and distribute various calendar and timekeeper reports.
• Review court documents, legal correspondence, and attorney requests and enter deadlines into the Docket Department's database, CourtAlert. Maintain firm policies to ensure the accurate entry of deadlines and docket entries into CourtAlert.
• Communicate with case teams in advance of filings, review the filings for conformity with court rules, file with the court, and deliver courtesy copies. Communicate directly with the courts to ensure filings are accepted.
• Monitor daily receipts of all electronic court filings (ECF) to ensure that events are timely posted on attorney and firm calendars.
• Communicate quickly and clearly via email and phone to inquiries from attorneys, legal executive assistants, and paralegals regarding docket entries, court procedures, and filings.
• Participate in professional organizations that promote the on-going education of Federal, State and Local rule changes. Prepare and distribute announcements regarding same to local attorneys and legal support staff.
• Work with the Litigation Services Counsel to implement procedures for systems, processes, technology and services to ensure continual service enhancements, cost reductions, and organizational consistency with firm policy. Recommend changes in procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Department.
• Ensure consistent application of firm policy and adherence to risk management guidelines, as defined by the firm's legal malpractice carrier, to minimize potential malpractice exposure.
• Create Docket system electronic reminders and appointments/events on the attorney and firm calendar. Create and distribute printed reports, as requested, by attorneys.
• Answer and process incoming telephone calls and respond to e-mail inquiries disseminating information relative to the courts, judge's standing orders and Docket Department procedures.
• Assist with training of new Docket staff.
• Periodic review of case status (i.e. active or closed). Create and distribute reports to attorneys, obtain information and update database.
• Provide Electronic Case filing (CM/ECF) support to legal staff. Maintain knowledge base of e-filing requirements and procedures for all courts serviced by the Los Angeles and Dallas attorneys. Maintain tracking log of attorney court registrations, including expiration dates, and notify attorneys to ensure no lapse in registration. Assist attorneys with updating their PACER account for NextGen filing.
• Maintain accurate attorney filing credentials, create court admission accounts for attorneys, and troubleshoot credential issues.
• Forward court documents and incoming mail/email relating to active cases as provided by attorneys and legal support staff to appropriate firm personnel. Coordinate with the Record Center to ensure pleadings are indexed in the Records Management System.
• Perform searches for court information through on-line service providers such as Pacer, Courthouse News and others.
• Ensure exceptional client service levels are achieved in delivery of services to secretaries, paralegals, attorneys, and vendors.
• Participate in Docket Department meetings. Provide assistance with implementation of new technology and procedures affecting the firm.
• Ability and willingness to handle after hours filings when needed. Occasional overtime may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associate's Degree; college degree preferred. Three or more years of progressive docket-related experience preferably in a large law firm environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience and knowledge of docket tasks and procedures required. Strong knowledge of Federal/State/Local court rules required. Familiarity with Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF) procedures a plus. Familiarity with Court Alert a plus.
• Computer proficient with familiarity of various database systems including Outlook, Google Chrome, MS Word, and Adobe preferred. Data entry skills with 85% accuracy and minimum keyboarding skills of 30 wpm are preferred. Ability to learn and utilize specific internal or third-party Docket Department software.
• Strong knowledge of court rules and procedures and the litigation process required. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts.
• An aptitude for detail and accuracy to analyze, interpret, and process documentation for docketing purposes, perform essential duties relating to day-to-day docketing procedures, and respond to docket inquiries. Ability to articulate potential issues and propose resolutions to attorneys.
• Excellent follow-through skills with the proven ability to prioritize numerous tasks and handle multiple functions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment.
• Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish information in report format, written correspondence, e-mail, or verbally.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position's responsibilities.
• Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, perform data entry, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform Docket file maintenance.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when performing and verifying calculations on forms and documents.

In our Los Angeles office, the annualized salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Katten will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Article 9 to Chapter XVII of the Los Angeles Municipal Code.

We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy and long-term and short-term disability policies.

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Title: Senior Attorney/ Partner

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Prefer Hybrid)

Job Description

Our law firm client is seeking an experienced Senior Attorney/ Partner to join its litigation team. This role involves handling sophisticated matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, representing businesses and individuals in complex disputes from pre-litigation through trial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a full caseload of litigation matters independently
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and motion practice
• Conduct court appearances, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Develop litigation strategy and provide practical legal counsel to clients
• Prepare cases for trial and participate in hearings and arbitrations

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar license in good standing
• 5+ years of litigation experience preferred
• Experience in General Business Litigation, Civil Litigation, and/or Criminal Defense required
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage cases independently while working within a team-oriented practice

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $250,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range 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
• Paid time off (details TBD)
• Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
• Paid vacation time (details TBD)
• Paid parental leave (details TBD)
• Paid holidays annually (details TBD)

Immediate Opening – Experienced Litigation Attorney

Miller Waxler LLP is seeking a Professional Liability Attorney with experience in handling business litigation. The candidate would be joining a growing, dynamic firm of eleven attorneys that prioritize teamwork and the delivery of high-quality legal representation to the firm's clients.

Responsibilities will depend on the candidate, but will ideally include the management of a full litigation caseload and working cases from inception through resolution, including communicating with clients and providing status reports, taking and defending depositions, and participating in trials. The candidate will handle a wide array of professional liability matters, including malpractice cases and claims against attorneys, insurance agents/brokers, accountants, architects, and engineers.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, able to multi-task, and comfortable working with litigation deadlines. Professional Liability defense, State and Federal court experience, discovery, deposition, law and motion, independent case handling and trial experience are preferred. The firm is looking for candidates with 6 or more years of California litigation experience.

Location is flexible. The firm has offices in Downtown Los Angeles and Brentwood. Hybrid and remote work are also options.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Target hiring range is $180,000 - $225,000.

Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Business litigation experience, preferably including professional liability, legal malpractice and/or accounting malpractice experience
• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted in CA
• Superior academic credentials
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Solid foundation/experience in direct handling of all aspects of civil litigation, particularly discovery and sophisticated law and motion work
• Experience drafting and arguing dispositive motions, responses and various other pleadings
• Taking and defending depositions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Adobe, WestLaw, etc.

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze client files and evaluate complex cases with attention to detail
• Draft pleadings and motions; including summary judgment motions in both State and Federal Courts
• Propound and respond to written discovery
• Prepare for and take depositions
• Court appearances
• Legal research
• Manage relations with clients
• Trial preparation
• Participate in trials as Second Chair on appropriate cases

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive total rewards package offered by Miller Waxler LLP, which also includes a discretionary bonus program and a competitive benefits offering for full-time employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Miller Waxler LLP without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Miller Waxler LLP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Global insurance brokerage firm seeking an experienced M&A Private Equity Attorney to join their team.

The best candidate comes from a Big Law background and has 3-6 years of experience focusing on M&A across PE.

In return, this firm offers a strong work/life balance, opportunities for growth and equity in the company.

A highly respected boutique law firm is seeking a mid-level Corporate / M&A Attorney to join its growing transactional practice. This firm is known for delivering sophisticated legal services typically associated with large national firms while maintaining a collaborative boutique environment. The attorneys represent companies, investors, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals in complex corporate transactions across a wide range of industries. The firm has received multiple recognitions for its exceptional workplace culture and collaborative environment, making it an attractive platform for attorneys seeking high-level work without the bureaucracy of large institutions.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and revising transactional documents such as stock and asset purchase agreements, ancillary acquisition agreements, employment agreements, NDAs, limited liability company agreements, stockholder agreements, and other corporate governance documents
• Managing and supporting mergers and acquisitions transactions from inception through closing
• Coordinating with colleagues, clients, and opposing counsel to ensure deadlines and transaction milestones are met
• Advising clients on corporate governance and transactional strategy
• Working closely with partners and clients on sophisticated transactional matters

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience handling mergers and acquisitions transactions
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact directly with clients
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple matters simultaneously
• Positive, collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $200,000 – $350,000. 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
• 10 paid holidays annually
• generous vacation policy
• paid sick leave
• life insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• AD&D insurance
• business development budget
• hybrid work flexibility (up to 3 days per week remote)

Insurance Defense Attorney

Office Locations

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Diego

San Francisco

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass is seeking an Insurance Defense Attorney to join one of our California offices in a hybrid remote capacity. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation to discovery through trial —focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Drafting extensive written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, documents requests and request for admissions.
• Proactively managing communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm's experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is required.
• You must be licensed to practice in the State of California.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines is required.
• Experience handling discovery for complex matters, with substantial knowledge of evidentiary objections in responding to discovery.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise common sense in complex situations while reporting to clients and carriers.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Law and Motion Associate - SWAT Team

Job Post Title:

Law and Motion Associate

Location (California)

Los Angeles

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Manning Kass has an exciting opportunity for a Law and Motion / Appellate attorney, with at least 2 years of experience, to join our Law and Motion and Appeals Team in one of our California offices!

Our Law and Motion/Appellate Team is the backbone of Manning Kass, providing essential written advocacy that strengthens our litigators' work across all practice areas. This specialized team of skilled writers plays a crucial role in advancing our clients' cases and supporting the firm's success. From shaping litigation strategies at the start of a case to crafting effective law-and-motion tactics for both dispositive and non-dispositive motions, this dynamic team is integral to trial support and writ work. Associates benefit from collaborative, team-based support and work closely with lead attorneys, gaining hands-on experience and contributing directly to the success of each case.

Responsibilities

• Draft pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related motions, discovery motions, and dispositive motions.
• Draft trial motions and assist with preparing trial documents, including motions in limine, trial briefs, pocket briefs, and jury instructions and verdicts.
• Drafting post-trial motions, including motions for new trial and motions for attorney's fees.
• Opportunity to handle appellate cases and conduct appellate arguments, including learning from the firm's experienced appellate practitioners.
• Conduct legal research and provide recommendations to clients and litigation attorneys on complex legal issues.
• Analyze and assess litigation and appellate strategies.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active membership in California State Bar and in good standing.
• Law review or any significant legal writing experience is a plus.
• Exceptional research and writing abilities, with strong analytical skills.
• Prior Judicial Clerkship or Externship is a plus.
• Prior criminal defense attorney experience is a plus, but not necessary.

Company Offers

• Competitive salary range of $130,000 - $185,000.
• Compensation will be set based on experience and qualifications of the successful candidate's education and experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.