Litigation Attorney Job at Robert Half, San Francisco, CA

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  • Robert Half
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Description A well-regarded San Francisco-based litigation firm is seeking a California-licensed Litigation Attorney to assist with a steady caseload of complex civil defense matters, with a primary focus on general liability, premises liability, and construction-related claims. This is a fully remote, long-term contract role offering consistent work on active, high-stakes cases. The firm is looking for an attorney who brings strong litigation judgment and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This opportunity offers meaningful, hands-on litigation experience with autonomy, flexibility, and a focus on motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation. You'll work closely with senior attorneys on high-stakes defense matters requiring sharp analytical thinking and the ability to hit the ground running. Key Responsibilities: + Manage assigned civil defense matters through all stages of litigation, from early case strategy through trial preparation + Draft a variety of litigation documents, including answers, demurrers, motions to compel, motions for summary judgment, and pre-trial motions + Prepare and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission + Conduct legal research and draft internal case evaluations, strategy memos, and client communications + Assist with deposition preparation, including drafting outlines, reviewing records, and coordinating with fact and expert witnesses + Collaborate with supervising attorneys on litigation strategy, settlement evaluation, and trial planning + Maintain accurate timekeeping and contribute to meeting the firm's billable expectations (1900 hours/year) Requirements Qualifications: + Must be licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar + 3+ years of civil litigation experience, with at least 1 year of recent defense-side experience preferred + Strong working knowledge of California civil procedure and demonstrated experience with law & motion, discovery, and case management + Prior experience in general liability, construction defect, personal injury defense, or premises liability preferred + Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills + Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote work setting + Comfortable with billable hour expectations and managing a steady litigation caseload with limited supervision + Full-time (40hr/week) availability is preferred, open to part-time candidates If you are a California-licensed attorney seeking remote flexibility and substantive defense-side litigation work, we encourage you to apply. 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 ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Remote job,

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