CA Licensed Litigator

Overview

A Michigan-based law firm is seeking a California-licensed attorney with significant California state and federal court litigation experience for a contract engagement on a completely remote basis. The attorney will work as part of a litigation team and should be able to handle assignments with minimal supervision.

The matter involves issues at the intersection of land use and constitutional law and is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. The engagement is expected to last approximately six months.

Workload is anticipated to be approximately 10–15 hours per week initially, increasing to 30–40 hours per week from mid-September through October in connection with trial preparation, trial, and post-trial activities.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation case workup across the full litigation lifecycle
• Conduct and manage written discovery
• Support motion practice, including hearings
• Assist with trial preparation activities
• Contribute to pre-trial, trial, and post-trial efforts for the pending federal matter
• Work independently when needed while also collaborating effectively with the litigation team

Requirements

• 6+ years of legal experience in litigation
• Licensed in California
• Significant California state and federal court litigation experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Capability and experience to work independently and with a team
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding references

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in federal court litigation
• Experience related to matters involving issues at the intersection of land use and constitutional law

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized compensation range (calculated on a full-time basis): $235,000 to $280,000
• Pay is based on work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location
• W2 employment
• Eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week, including a Qualified 401k plan
• Benefits-eligible employees receive complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D and professional liability insurance
• CLE and professional expense stipend for attorneys

Location

• Completely remote
• Anywhere in the United States, but must be California licensed

Engagement Details

• Type of role: Engagement
• Schedule: Part-time (increasing to full-time to assist with trial)
• Engagement length: Approximately six months