Attorney

LHH is working with a great law firm in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA) that is seeking a Contract Attorney to provide litigation support as the firm prepares for an upcoming trial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of litigation in support of trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation-related documents.
• Handle matters from case inception through resolution (A–Z)
• Take and defend depositions.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to manage case strategy and deadlines.
• Provide general litigation support as needed during this busy trial period.

Requirements

• Active California Bar license (required).
• Prior litigation experience.
• Experience handling cases from start to finish (A–Z).
• Proven experience taking and defending depositions.
• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Details

• Schedule: 40 hours per week preferred; part-time availability will be considered.
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid preferred; fully remote candidates will be considered.
• Duration: Contract role supporting active trial preparation (can be temp to hire). This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-regarded DTLA firm that needs additional litigation support during a critical trial phase.
• Pay Rate: $70–$85 per hour
• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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