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Associate Attorney

United States, Oakland Employment contract 135000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted January 13, 2026
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Robert Half is recruiting Associate Attorney for a top-regarded, mid-sized personal injury law firm with a beautiful office in the East Bay. The firm is well-regarded for its commitment to its deserving clientele and the achievement of excellent results (verdicts and settlements) for them and their families.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in a personal injury or products liability practice
  • Good range of case management experience, including intake, preparation of complaints, discovery, some taking and defending depositions (preferred, but not required), law and motion, drafting / opposing dispositive motions (e.g., MSJs/MSAs), and ideally trial preparation, mediation, and settlement negotiation experience
  • Plaintiff-side experience is preferred, but associates with defense experience are encouraged to apply if they have a proven interest in prosecuting injured workers’ / consumers’ rights
  • Persuasive legal writing and advocacy skills
  • Spanish language fluency is a big plus
  • Willing and able to travel often to meet clients, attend depositions, and make court appearances
  • Active and in good standing with the State Bar of California

Nice to have

  • Spanish language fluency
  • Plaintiff-side experience
  • Taking and defending depositions experience

What we offer

  • 100% paid for medical / dental / vision / Life / disability insurance coverage
  • Firm pays an additional 25% of annual total comp into a retirement pension plan
  • Bonus compensation
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