California Litigation Attorney (In-House Contract Engagement)

Overview

The organization is seeking an experienced, California-licensed commercial litigation attorney for an in-house contract engagement with a large, California-based corporate client.

This role requires at least 6 years of sophisticated commercial litigation experience, from case analysis and strategy through pre-trial pleadings and motions, and through trial and arbitration. The work will focus on breach of contract and real property disputes, consumer claims, securities class actions, and other general commercial disputes.

Prior experience working with the commercial litigation group of an AmLaw 200 firm or a sophisticated boutique firm is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters from case analysis and strategy through trial and arbitration
• Draft and manage pre-trial pleadings and motions
• Support litigation efforts involving:
  • Breach of contract
  • Real property disputes
  • Consumer claims
  • Securities class actions
  • Other general commercial disputes

Requirements

• 6+ years of complex commercial litigation and trial experience at an AmLaw 200 firm or a sophisticated boutique firm
• Excellent academic credentials from a U.S. accredited law school
• Outstanding references
• Licensed and in good standing in California

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with the commercial litigation group of an AmLaw 200 firm or a sophisticated boutique firm

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay (annualized on a full-time basis): $170,000 to $210,000
• Benefits: Contract professionals are usually W2 employees and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week.
  • Complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D
  • Qualified 401k plan
  • For benefits-eligible attorneys: CLE and Professional Expense stipend

Location

• Remote, with a preference that the candidate reside in California

Position Details

• Type of Role: Contract Engagement
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Duration: ~6 months

Confidentiality

• The employer will not disclose the candidate’s identity or propose them to prospective clients without prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.