Jobs/Opportunities

Fisher Phillips seeks attorneys with at least 3 years of experience in trade secret litigation to join its premier Employee Defection and Trade Secrets practice group.

Ideal candidates will have experience litigating restrictive covenant and trade secret matters, including motions for injunctive relief, motions for expedited discovery, and deposition and discovery experience (including substantial exposure to computer forensics and e-discovery issues). Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and complaints in federal and state court. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must be admitted in California and hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, a copy of your law school transcript, and a brief writing sample (10 pages max., not heavily edited by someone other than yourself).

Locations (California): Los Angeles or Irvine.

Annual salary range with benefits: $210,000 – $270,000.

Go HERE to view the Los Angeles full job description.

Go HERE to view the Irvine full job description.

The San Diego City Attorney's Office protects the people of San Diego by serving as chief legal counsel to the City of San Diego’s elected officials and operational departments; prosecuting and defending civil cases involving the City; and as the City’s prosecutor on behalf of the People of the State of California, by holding accountable those who commit crimes against the public health and safety and violate other local and state laws. Our municipal law firm employs over 180 lawyers and approximately 230 support staff, dedicated to providing legal services to the City of San Diego.

The Civil Litigation Division of the San Diego City Attorney’s Office is conducting a recruitment to fill a Deputy City Attorney position in the Land Use, Writs, and Appeal Unit.This position reports directly to the Chief Deputy City Attorney of this Unit.

The Land Use, Writs, and Appeal Unit prepares and defends civil actions on behalf of the City in state and federal court, including challenges based on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), eminent domain, constitutional issues related to the use of land, real estate development, failure to comply with the Municipal Code or City procedures, and land use-related decisions by the City Council, Planning Commission, and City staff.

In addition to land use related cases, the Unit handles validation actions, declaratory relief actions, and Code of Civil Procedure sections 1085 and 1094.5 writs, including, but not limited to, challenges to funding and revenue sources such as City taxes and fees, pension/retirement claims, California Public Record Act cases, as well as pre and post-election challenges. The Unit also handles numerous land use appeals and assists or handles appeals from other Litigation Units.

Annual salary range with benefits: $113,767 - $266,864.

Opening date: 05/21/2026

Closing date: 06/4/2026 at 11:59pm

Go HERE to view the complete job description and submit your application.

The San Diego City Attorney's Office protects the people of San Diego by serving as chief legal counsel to the City of San Diego’s elected officials and operational departments; prosecuting and defending civil cases involving the City; and as the City’s prosecutor on behalf of the People of the State of California, by holding accountable those who commit crimes against the public health and safety and violate other local and state laws. Our municipal law firm employs over 180 lawyers and approximately 230 support staff, dedicated to providing legal services to the City of San Diego.

The Civil Litigation Division of the San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking applications from attorneys who are interested in a position as a Deputy City Attorney in the General Litigation Unit. This position reports directly to a Chief Deputy City Attorney and is responsible for a broad range of  duties including prosecuting or defending civil lawsuits in which the City is a party.

Annual salary range with benefits:  $113,767 - $266,864.

Opening date: 05/21/2026

Closing date: 06/4/2026 at 11:59pm

Go HERE to view the complete job description and submit your application.

The San Diego City Attorney's Office protects the people of San Diego by serving as chief legal counsel to the City of San Diego’s elected officials and operational departments; prosecuting and defending civil cases involving the City; and as the City’s prosecutor on behalf of the People of the State of California, by holding accountable those who commit crimes against the public health and safety and violate other local and state laws. Our municipal law firm employs over 185 lawyers and approximately 230 support staff, dedicated to providing legal services to the City of San Diego.

The Criminal and Community Justice Division (Criminal Division) of the San Diego City Attorney’s Office is seeking applications from candidates who are interested in a position as a Chief Deputy City Attorney(Chief).

The Criminal Division will have two openings, one in the Appellate Unit and one in the Special Prosecutions Unit. We are seeking to fill these positions by mid-June 2026. The selected Chief Deputy City Attorneys will report directly to the Assistant City Attorney of the Criminal Division.

IMPORTANT: Deputies currently holding a Chief position should also apply if they are interested in managing these units. Depending on the outcome of the interview process, additional Chief positions in other units may become available, and we may use this same recruitment to fill those openings. This means that if you are a deputy who is interested in a Chief position in any of the units (currently vacant or not), you should submit an application because we may use this same recruitment to fill Chief positions in other units that may become vacant now or in the near future.

We are looking for deputies who have extensive knowledge and practical experience in the various areas of law handled by the Criminal Division. Candidates must have strong and persuasive oral and written advocacy skills, are practical problem solvers, take initiative, and demonstrate effective communication and conflict resolution skills, as well as work effectively as part of a team

Annual salary range with benefits: $135,000 – $270,000.

Opening date: 05/18/2026

Closing date: 05/28/2026 at 11:59pm

Go HERE to view the complete job description and submit your application.

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 170 attorneys across eight offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

The Landlord/Tenant/Habitability team represents landlords and property management companies relating to all aspects of building safety and health code issues in rental properties. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—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 include the following:

• Attending court hearings, participating in site inspections, taking and defending depositions.
• Drafting extensive written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, documents requests and request for admissions.
• Evaluating, analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active California Bar license required.
• Minimum 3 years of insurance coverage experience.

• Civil litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting, with strong time management and deadline skills.

Locations (California): Los Angeles, Costa Mesa and San Diego.

Annual salary range with benefits: $130,000 - $180,000 and bonus.

Go HERE to view the full job description and submit your application. 

The Judicial Council of California is the policy setting body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators.

Legal Services is currently searching for a Senior Analyst to join its dynamic law office made up of a highly skilled workforce that provides legal support to judicial branch clients on challenging, varied, and significant legal issues. This position will be a program manager and subject matter expert for high visibility programs of great importance relating to the judicial branch in areas where law and technology intersect to providing crucial services to the public and the courts. Among other duties, the incumbent will manage the Judicial Council forms program, including reviewing and making recommendations concerning forms policy, creation, revision, revocation, and quality control procedures, as well as research and analysis for the office on law and technology.

Responsibilities include researching industry standards and emerging technologies, improving workflows and procedures, managing complex law-and-technology projects, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, developing policies and training programs, and providing guidance on e-filing, electronic records, forms modernization, and related technologies. Also oversee project planning, implementation, technical support, reporting, and staff training while advising leadership on sensitive and high-profile matters.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and four years of analytical experience in program analysis, research, development, implementation, or evaluation, with education and experience substitutions allowed. Alternatively, candidates may qualify with a related master’s degree and one year of analytical experience, or one year of comparable analyst-level experience within the Judicial Council, California courts, or state government.

Preferred candidates have experience in law and technology, court-related systems and software, project and program management, research and data analysis, public communication, and emerging technologies such as e-filing, document assembly, and remote court tools. Strong knowledge of program administration, court operations, project management, research methods, critical analysis, budgeting, and industry best practices is also desired.

Deadline to apply is May 21, 2026. 

Location: San Francisco or Sacramento, CA.

Monthly salary range with benefits: $7,941 – $11,912

Go HERE to view the full job description and submit your application. 

Focus Law is seeking a Senior Business Litigation Attorney to join its Orange County business litigation firm. This is a trial-focused role for an experienced litigator who is ready to take ownership of cases, lead litigation strategy, and work directly with business owners on complex, high-stakes disputes.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of business litigation experience, preferably with business, commercial, partnership/shareholder, or employment litigation matters. First-chair or meaningful trial experience is strongly preferred. 

Focus Law offers a high level of autonomy, meaningful client-facing work, and a collaborative environment where attorneys are trusted to manage their workload and drive results.

Location: Anaheim Hills, CA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid; initial 3–6 months primarily in-office for onboarding

Compensation: $175,000–$200,000 base DOE + performance-based bonus opportunity

To apply:
Candidates may apply directly through the job posting here:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4407941454/

Or email a resume to:
Career@FocusLawLA.com

Confidential conversations are welcome for attorneys who may not be actively looking but are open to learning more.

This job posting was submitted by Castiel HR Consulting.

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 170 attorneys across eight offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

We are currently seeking an Insurance Coverage/Insurance Bad Faith attorney to join our firm. This role is for someone with experience handling coverage opinions matters and bad faith defense in California, working with insurers. The ideal candidate has both experience with bad faith defense and providing insurance coverage advice across a variety of lines of insurance. Experience in third party or first party claims, coverage analysis and providing clients with insurance coverage advice on a variety of subjects.

 Responsibilities include the following:

• Investigative claims and draft coverage opinion letters.
• Litigating bad faith claims.
• Coverage litigation matters and experience with one or more insurance line commercial general liability, property, professional liability, etc…)
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.

Qualifications include the following:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active California Bar license required.
• Minimum 3 years of insurance coverage experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, advocacy, and analytical skills with close attention to detail.

Locations (California): Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego.

Annual salary range with benefits: $135,000 - $200,000 and bonus.

Go HERE to view the full job description. To apply, send your resume to: recruiting@manningkass.com.

This position works in the Juvenile Dependency Division of the Office of County Counsel and represents the Health and Human Services Agency in all juvenile dependency matters. In addition, this position performs legal research, prepares legal documents, and is responsible for providing legal advice on child welfare investigations, litigating juvenile dependency cases and handling juvenile dependency matters on appeal.

Candidates require knowledge of legal principles, research, and trial techniques; applicable state and federal laws and court procedures; key County codes and regulations; professional communication and customer service standards; use of legal and office technology; and current trends in the legal field.

The ability to analyze and resolve legal issues, manage trial and appellate cases, and effectively interpret and communicate complex legal matters is required. Candidates must demonstrate strong advocacy, research, and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and exercise sound judgment. 

REQUIREMENTS:

Education, training, or experience demonstrating the necessary legal competencies, including active membership in the State Bar of California and at least three years of post-bar civil legal experience. Experience with public entities, including advising boards, handling public litigation, and drafting ordinances, policies, and contracts, is preferred.

Annual salary range with benefits: $150,051 - $182,416.

Go HERE to view the job description and submit your application.

The California Offices of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco are seeking an attorney with 3 – 12 years of asbestos litigation experience.  The ideal candidate has experience taking an active role in asbestos-related cases, including attending hearings and taking depositions; silicosis litigation experience is a plus, but not required.  Candidates must be admitted to practice in California and bring the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment.  This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters.  Interested candidates may submit their applications directly online at Apply Online (shb.com).

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $200,000 - $350,000, depending on the candidate’s overall relevant experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually.  Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs.