Commercial Litigation Attorney

We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to support a well-established California law firm serving financial institutions, lenders, and business clients in complex dispute matters. This long-term contract position is based in Costa Mesa, California, and offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial litigation in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation files through various stages in both state and federal courts.
• Advocate for banking, lending, and corporate clients in contested business disputes.
• Prepare litigation documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests and responses, and subpoenas.
• Perform legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations for case direction.
• Support the development of litigation strategy in collaboration with other attorneys and legal staff.
• Take part in depositions, settlement discussions, court appearances, and trial preparation.
• Maintain organized case files and monitor deadlines to ensure timely handling of all matters.

Requirements

• Active admission to the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing litigation, including defense-side matters.
• Background in commercial or civil litigation involving business-related disputes.
• Strong ability to draft motions, briefs, and other court-facing legal documents.
• Proficiency in discovery management, legal research, and case organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative legal team.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.