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. This is a fully remote position requiring the attorney to work as part of a litigation team while also handling assignments independently. The role involves managing all aspects of civil litigation case workup, including written discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.

The firm is particularly interested in candidates with federal court experience to assist with a matter pending in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California involving land use and constitutional law issues. The engagement is expected to last approximately six months.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of civil litigation case workup
• Conduct written discovery and motion practice
• Participate in hearings and trial preparation
• Collaborate with the litigation team while working independently as needed

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in California
• Minimum of 6 years of legal experience in litigation
• Significant experience in California state and federal court litigation
• Experience with federal court matters, preferably involving land use and constitutional law
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong academic credentials
• Outstanding professional references

Position Details

• Role type: Contract engagement
• Schedule: Part-time initially (10–15 hours per week), increasing to full-time (30–40 hours per week) during trial preparation, trial, and post-trial activities (mid-September through October)
• Location: Fully remote (must be licensed in California)

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized compensation ranges from $235,000 to $280,000 on a full-time basis
• Pay is based on experience, qualifications, credentials, and location
• W2 employment status with eligibility for full benefits when working 20+ hours per week
• Benefits include Qualified 401(k) plan, Group Life, Long-Term Disability (LTD), Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and professional liability insurance
• CLE and professional expense stipend provided

Confidentiality

Candidate identities will not be disclosed to prospective clients without prior consent. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for further consideration.

Location

Remote position; candidates must be licensed to practice law in California and may reside anywhere in the United States.