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We are working with a boutique commercial, business, and real estate litigation and transactions firm seeking an attorney to assist with litigation overflow work on a remote, contract basis. Business litigation, banking litigation, and real estate litigation are absolutely necessary to the position. Experience with state court receiverships is a definite plus. The compensation for the work will be $90-$110/hr., depending upon attorney experience. The work is expected to require thirty to forty (30-40) hours per week, five (5) days per week, for three or more (3+) months. A part-time option may be available. Responsibilities • Prepare complaints, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents. • Conduct first-pass reviews of pleadings and filings for accuracy and compliance. • Perform targeted legal research to support ongoing cases. • Summarize findings and provide recommendations to supervising attorneys. • Review and analyze case files, deposition transcripts, and discovery materials. • Communicate with supervising attorneys to ensure alignment on case strategy. • Coordinate with paralegals and staff to maintain deadlines and case progress. Qualifications • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. • Active bar admission in California • One to three (1–3) years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting • Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills • Ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines • Professional demeanor and commitment to client service Candidates may apply to this position on LinkedIn, the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail We at Hire Counsel cannot promise that a particular candidate will get the job or an interview, but we can promise that we will review all submitted resumes. About Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company, is an agile legal talent agency. We build connections between and among legal professionals and our clients, some of the nation's largest law firms and legal departments (and some of the smallest). By introducing good lawyers to our clients and assisting attorney candidacies, we serve the entire legal community. We provide permanent employment opportunities. We also provide individuals with options to work on contract (temporary) assignments as may be fitting, to aid their stability, even as we endeavor to help them find permanent homes. Hire Counsel holds all resumes in the strictest confidence.