Employment Litigation Attorney

Description Our client, who handles employment defense litigation matters, is looking for a fully-remote Employment Litigation Attorney with CA experience. This position is ideal for a California-licensed attorney with at least two years of focused experience handling workplace-related disputes and who is interested in a contract-to-hire structure. The attorney will contribute across key phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation, while working a 40-hour schedule.

Responsibilities:

+ Manage employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through pre-trial activity in a remote work setting + Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, and other court filings that support case strategy and procedural deadlines + Oversee written discovery, draft responses and objections, and coordinate document production and review + Conduct legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations for ongoing employment disputes + Support trial readiness by organizing exhibits, summarizing evidence, and assisting with witness and hearing preparation + Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain progress across active litigation matters + Monitor case timelines, court requirements, and deliverables to ensure matters move forward efficiently Requirements Qualifications + Active attorney license with the ability to practice law in California + At least 2 years of experience focused specifically on employment litigation + Demonstrated background in civil litigation, including motion drafting and legal briefing + Hands-on experience managing discovery tasks such as written responses, objections, and document review + Ability to assist with trial preparation and work effectively across multiple active matters + Willingness to work in a permanent remote contract-to-hire opportunity Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .