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Networking & Community Outreach Events The OCBA often hosts complimentary events for its members—a great way for attorneys in transition to stay connected to the legal community.
MCLE Programs OCBA Section members are able to earn free CLE credits during monthly meetings. For more information on the various OCBA Sections, please click here.
Social Media Make the most of your professional network through virtual networking. The OCBA offers a variety of ways for you to join the conversation and make your voice heard:
Is your firm recruiting new talent? As a service to our members, the OCBA posts attorney job openings on our website. Simply send your job announcement including details on how to apply to the OCBA at info@ocbar.org.
CORPORATE COUNSEL - Updated 1/26/2026
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. The Corporate Counsel position is responsible, under the guidance of Department of Legal Affairs (DLA) Leadership, for supporting Providence’s integrated delivery system by providing legal advice and strategic guidance on providing legal advice and strategic guidance on payor relationships, reimbursement disputes, and providing legal advice to the Providence Clinical Network. This role partners closely with Revenue Cycle, Managed Care, Finance, and Clinical leadership to address complex legal, regulatory, and contractual issues impacting reimbursement, access, and care delivery.
Click here to view the full listing and apply.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 1/22/2026
The Newport Beach office of Lee Hong Degerman Kang & Waimey is looking for graduates of accredited law schools with 1-4 years of legal experience who are interested in developing expertise in the automotive industry and its litigation challenges. LHDKW is a minority-owned international law firm offering a unique opportunity in an informal, multi-cultural environment for detail-oriented individuals to work directly with auto manufacturers and distributors. We are looking for attorneys with strong discovery experience and communication skills. Interest and experience in product liability litigation is a plus. We offer a competitive salary, medical benefits, and a 401k.
Please email a resume and a recent writing sample to recruit@lhlaw.com.
ASSOCIATE IP ATTORNEY - Updated 1/22/2026
LA based law firm with multinational practice seeks a Patent Prosecution / IP attorney with 2+ years of experience. USPTO registration required. Electrical engineering or computer science background is strongly preferred. Competitive salary and benefits for the right candidate.
Please email a resume, transcript and a recent writing sample to recruit1@lhlaw.com.
LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 1/22/2026
We are conducting a search on behalf of Wolfe & Wyman LLP. They are seeking a litigation associate with 3-5 years experience for its California office. The successful candidate will represent policyholders and insured clients in civil litigation matters, primarily involving personal injury and other insurance-related claims, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and insurance regulations.
Please send all resumes to amanda@ammrecruiting.com.
REAL ESTATE LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Updated 1/22/2026
Corfield Feld LLP is seeking a litigation associate to join its San Juan Capistrano office in a hybrid remote capacity. The ideal candidate will work a diverse range of real estate and business litigation. The candidate will manage cases from inception through resolution with a focus on legal strategy under partner guidance to achieve client goals. Corfield Feld seeks candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.
All resumes should be sent to careers@corfieldlaw.com
MID-SENIOR LEVEL EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Updated 1/22/2026
The Los Angeles office of Fisher Phillips is seeking associates with 3+ years of employment litigation experience to join its established practice. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant responsibility and work on sophisticated matters for a diverse client base.
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MID-SENIOR LEVEL OSHA AND EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Updated 1/22/2026
The Los Angeles office of Fisher Phillips seeks an associate with at least 4 years of employment litigation experience. The ideal candidate will also have experience defending employers in workplace safety-related enforcement actions brought by Cal/OSHA, Federal OSHA, or other state OSHA plans. Qualified candidates should be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions and other briefs, as well as taking and defending depositions. Must possess excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical, and communications skills. Must be admitted in California.
The Irvine office of Fisher Phillips is seeking employment litigation associates with 4-7 years of experience to join its sophisticated labor and employment practice. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on complex wage and hour claims and employment discrimination and harassment matters for a wide range of clients, while taking on meaningful responsibility.
GENERAL LIABILITY ASSOCIATE - Updated 12/26/2025
Manning Kass's General Liability team represents restaurants, retail stores, and other businesses in a wide range of matters, premises liability, products liability and business litigation. As an associate, you will work closely with experienced litigators and industry-leading partners, gaining hands-on experience in every stage of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. Manning Kass is looking for a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a meaningful impact for our clients while advancing their career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The ideal candidate is highly-motivated, eager to learn, and committed to long-term professional growth.
All resumes should be sent to recruiting@manningkass.com.
TRANSPORTATION LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 12/26/2025
Manning Kass is seeking a litigation associate to join one of their California offices in a hybrid remote capacity. The ideal candidate will work on a diverse range of Transportation, Automobile and Trucking cases. The candidate will work closely with senior associates and partners daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation and discovery to trial presentation—focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. Manning Kass seeks candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.
ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL - Updated 12/18/2025
The Los Angeles Community College District is seeking an Associate General Counsel with 5 years of full-time, paid experience in the practice of educational and/or public sector law. An Associate General Counsel researches and provides legal advice and counsel on a wide array of legal matters to the Board of Trustees, Personnel Commission, Chancellor, and administrative staff as directed by the General Counsel. Employees in this class address difficult legal or factual questions which are complex because of the absence of clearly applicable precedents or are more highly arguable because of the complexity of the facts or the different possible constructions which may be placed on either the facts or the laws and precedents involved.
Apply here.
ASSOCIATE - Updated 12/08/2025
The Los Angeles and San Francisco Offices of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP are seeking associates with 2 – 6 years of litigation experience to join the Class Action & Appellate Litigation practice group. This position will include the opportunity to work on a broad range of complex litigation including product liability, class action, consumer fraud litigation, automotive, and general liability matters. Candidates licensed in California are preferred and judicial clerkship experience is a plus. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills and thrive in a collaborative environment. This position is not open to recruitment agencies or third-party recruiters.
REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY - Updated 12/03/2025
Express Employment is seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join their established and growing practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of transactional real estate experience, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively with our legal team.
To apply, please contact mina.kalani@Expresspros.com.
CHIEF ASSISTANT COUNTY COUNSEL - Updated 11/26/2025
The Office of County Counsel for Riverside County has anopportunity for a Chief Assistant County Counsel. The Office is looking for experienced litigators with great leadership skills and a broad range of experience. The Chief Assistant County Counsel is a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the County Counsel, playing a pivotal role in shaping the legal, operational, and organizational direction of the Office of the County Counsel. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Chief Assistant provides oversight and coordination of daily departmental operations and leads a team of experienced attorneys in delivering high-quality legal services to County departments, boards, and commissions.
FINANCIAL SERVICES LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 11/26/2025
Stinson LLP seeks an Attorney with litigation experience, preferably in the financial services industry, to join our Irvine, California office. Duties include file management, motion practice, courtroom opportunities, depositions, alternative dispute resolution, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and eager to take ownership of a caseload but also have a team-oriented approach to work and exhibit good interpersonal communication skills.
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample here.
Stinson LLP seeks an Associate Attorney with two to five years of financial services litigation experience to join our Irvine, California office. The successful candidate should have the following experience and/or skills:
Stinson LLP seeks an Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of consumer financial services litigation experience to join their Irvine, California office. The successful candidate should have the following experience and/or skills:
MANAGER, REGULATORY COUNSEL - Updated 11/26/2025
Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Manager, Regulatory Counsel with 2 years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house legal department. The Manager, Regulatory Counsel reports to the Senior Director, Regulatory Counsel and will be responsible for timely review and analysis of clinical contracts, review and approval of advertising and promotion materials, assistance with state licensing, support for sales contracting, and other legal regulatory duties as needed. The Manager provides legal guidance to Marketing and Clinical teams in each of the business units (Transcatheter Heart Valves, Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Technologies, Surgical Structural Heart), and other Business Unit or Corporate functions such as Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, and others.
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SENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE COUNSEL, COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS - Updated 11/26/2025
Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts with 4 years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house legal department. The Senior Manager, Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts is responsible for the timely and thorough review, negotiation and counsel of a wide variety of commercial, IT and Software as a Service (“SaaS”) agreements. This role will be reporting directly to the Director, Corporate Counsel within the Law Department’s Commercial group. The Senior Manager will collaborate with various teams across the Law Department including IP and Privacy, and will address legal issues across various business units and corporate functions, including Global Supply Chain and IT.
EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 11/26/2025
Stability Technology is seeking a full-time plaintiff's Employment Litigation Associate Attorney for their legal client in Costa Mesa, CA office. At this time, the position is contemplated to be full-time in-person (remote work is possible on occasion). Candidates are expected to possess at least 5 years of Employment Litigation experience, including, but not limited to, engaging in Client intake of new cases, preparation of settlement demand letters, preparation of DFEH/CRD complaints, preparation of court complaints and arbitration demands, drafting and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions (very important), drafting and responding to legal motions, appearing at court hearings, drafting mediation briefs and attending mediations, engaging in settlement negotiations, and preparing for and engaging in trial work.
Please submit resumes to jpatria@stabilitytp.com along with a writing sample.
ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY - Updated 11/26/2025
Morgan Law Group is seeking an experienced Attorney with a minimum of 2–3 years of estate planning experience to join the team. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in leading initial client meetings, presenting planning options, and building strong client relationships. Responsibilities include conducting initial client meetings, presenting estate planning options, and providing trusted legal guidance with warmth, clarity, and professionalism.
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter here.
CORPORATE CIVIL LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 11/26/2025
Manning Kass has an exciting opportunity for Corporate Civil Defense Litigation Attorney with at least 2 years of experience, to join their Team in one of their Southern California offices! The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. They are seeking candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.
LAW & MOTION APPEAL ATTORNEY - Updated 11/26/2025
Connexions Federal Services is seeking a Law & Motion Appeal Attorney to support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including cost-effective motions for early dismissal, trial, and post-trial motions. The ideal candidate is an experienced legal draftsperson with highly developed legal writing skills and strong knowledge of trial and appellate courts, particularly in medical malpractice defense motion practice.
Interested parties should email jeff.moore@cdatainc.com to apply.
LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 11/26/2025
Connexions Federal Services is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to manage all aspects of case management, including trial and arbitration presentations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical malpractice litigation, with in-depth knowledge of both legal and medical issues, and the ability to develop effective case strategies.
EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Updated 11/5/2025
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Interested parties should email luna.hernandez@jacksonlewis.com to apply.
TRADITIONAL LABOR LAW ASSOCIATE - Updated 11/5/2025
EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION OF COUNSEL - Updated 11/5/2025
MID-LEVEL CORPORATE/ECVC/M&A ATTORNEY - Updated 10/30/2025
Esse Law, PC, a boutique corporate and securities firm serving venture-backed startups, founders, and investors, seeks a full-time attorney (3–7 years’ experience) to join their growing practice. The role blends deal execution (venture financings, M&A) with ongoing general counsel work (contracts, governance, compliance) for high-growth clients in industries including AI, biotech, SaaS, consumer products, and women’s health innovation. Candidates should have strong drafting and negotiation skills, a client-first mindset, and the drive to grow within a nimble, entrepreneurial firm. Hybrid schedule: 2–3 days per week in-office (Orange County).
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample here.
MENTAL HEALTH EVALUATORS - Updated 10/17/2025
Orange County, CA – The Superior Court of California, County of Orange is seeking qualified mental health evaluators, for our Criminal, Juvenile Dependency (Child Welfare), Juvenile Justice (Delinquency), and Mental Health proceedings, in accordance with Evidence Code § 730. The Court is especially looking for evaluators to join our Juvenile Panels, where you’ll play a critical role in supporting youth and families involved in Juvenile Justice matters.
Note: Applicants must be a licensed psychiatrists or psychologists in good standing. Evaluators may be expected to conduct in-person evaluations in Orange County as part of their assigned cases
Interest parties are encouraged to contact Christina Tran at c2tran@occourts.org for application material and further information.
TRUSTS, ESTATES, & PROBATE ATTORNEY - Updated 10/15/2025
The Law Office of Susan Katzen is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience who is eager to deepen their expertise and grow alongside a collaborative, client-centered team. Some responsibilities include overseeing Trust Administration, Probate, and Conservatorship cases from start to finish, drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents, and conducting client consultations.
Interested candidates should
send a resume and cover letter here.
DIRECTOR, GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL, PRODUCT STEWARDSHIP, AND SUPPLY CHAIN COUNSEL - Updated 10/02/2025
Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Director, Global Environmental, Product Stewardship, and Supply Chain Counsel who will play a crucial role in supporting our environmental policies and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Some responsibilities include advising on product stewardship initiatives, and overseeing supply chain legal matters.