Attorney/Lawyer

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of medical malpractice and administrative defense matters at various stages of litigation with a high degree of independence.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents to support case strategy and client representation.
• Conduct legal research and develop persuasive written arguments for contested issues, hearings, and motion practice.
• Appear at court hearings, argue motions, and represent clients effectively in related proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions, coordinate discovery efforts, and maintain momentum on case progression.
• Handle matters involving board and licensing defense for healthcare providers, including administrative hearings when needed.
• Track billable work consistently and maintain timely, high-quality work product in accordance with firm expectations.
• Use the firm’s legal technology tools, including case management and time-entry systems, to organize files, monitor deadlines, and support efficient case handling.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law and good standing with the applicable state bar.
• Experience or demonstrated capability in civil litigation, including drafting motions, briefing issues, and managing discovery.
• Ability to work independently while handling a substantial caseload with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Strong oral advocacy skills with confidence in hearings, depositions, and other litigation-related appearances.
• Excellent legal writing and research abilities with careful attention to detail and deadlines.
• Detail-focused, respectful approach to working with legal assistants, administrative staff, attorneys, and clients.
• Willingness to work onsite in Irvine, California, particularly during onboarding and while developing familiarity with the practice area.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Experience in medical malpractice and/or administrative defense.
• Knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations.
• Experience with legal technology tools.

Skills

• Legal research and writing skills.
• Oral advocacy skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and can accommodate the needs of the candidate.

Robert Half

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 project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans.