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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.
TRIAL ATTORNEY - Updated 4/30/2025
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney with 3+ years of experience, preferably in insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, or workers compensation. This role will handle litigation, prepare reports, and assist in trial strategy and case development.
Click here to view the full job listing.
Apply here.
JR TRIAL ATTORNEY - Updated 4/25/2025
A Trial Attorney assists the Sr. Attorney in managing multiple cases. This role will help prepare litigation reports and risk assessments, draft legal documents, and make court appearances on our clients' behalf. The role focus areas are Strategy, Motions, Trial Preparation, Low-level Depositions, Low-level Trials & Mediations, and Research.
If you are interested please send your resume to jpatria@stabilitytp.com.
IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY - Updated 4/25/2025
First Consulting Group, APC is seeking an experienced Immigration Attorney to join the law office in Garden Grove, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immigration law, with a focus on deportation cases, and a commitment to providing high-quality legal services to our clients.
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples to cuong@ditrumy.com.
ASSOCIATE LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 4/22/2025
Civica Law has an immediate opening in its Irvine office for an attorney with 3-7 years’ experience in civil litigation (with valid CA Bar license). This Attorney would be responsible for representing the firm’s clients in all cases with the goal of timely, effective, and efficient resolution. This is a Full-time, Exempt position.
LITIGATION PARALEGAL - Updated 4/22/2025
Hall Griffin LLP, an AV-Rated Mid-sized Orange County law firm, seeks a paralegal with 1+ years’ experience in civil litigation. Applicants with personal injury or premises liability defense will be given highest consideration; but the firm encourages applicants with any civil litigation experience to apply. Paralegals support our attorneys in this busy civil litigation practice through analyzing and drafting discovery and assist in preparing attorneys for depositions, mediations, and trial. BA/BS and/or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program or Paralegal Certification per CB&P 6450 is required. Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year.
Interested candidates should email resumes and inquiries to recruiting@hallgriffin.com.
STAFF ATTORNEY HOUSING LAW - Updated 4/21/2025
The Housing Staff Attorney will support low-income and senior tenants facing eviction in Los Angeles County. Based in Compton and reporting to the Supervising Attorney, this full-time position involves direct representation of tenants in unlawful detainer cases, including negotiations, settlements, and trials. The attorney will also provide legal advice on landlord-tenant issues, conduct client interviews, and engage in legal research, drafting, and negotiations. The role also requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of legal case management systems.
Beyond casework, the attorney will participate in community outreach efforts such as Know Your Rights presentations, collaborate with community groups, and support policy advocacy to address housing challenges.
Interested applicants can find the full description and can apply here.
STAFF ATTORNEY - Updated 4/21/2025
The California Offices of Shook, Hardy & Bacon in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco are seeking staff attorney candidates with 3 – 10 years of litigation experience to join the Class Action & Appellate Litigation practice group. Desired candidates will have experience drafting discovery requests and responses as well as document productions in product defense matters and an interest in handling arbitration matters in alleged automotive defect cases and other individual consumer fraud and privacy related matters. Candidates must be licensed to practice in California. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online Careers | Shook, Hardy & Bacon. Please, no third-party submissions. Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
W.C. LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 4/16/2025
Our client’s law firm focuses on Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, and Employment Litigation law firm located in Costa Mesa, Orange County, California. We have been rapidly growing over the last few years and continue to grow in size and cases on a regular basis. We are looking for a young attorney that understands Workers Compensation law that is willing to hustle and bank on themselves to generate exponential income.
View the complete job listing here.
If you are interested in applying for the role please send your resume to jpatria@stabilitytp.com.
PARALEGAL - Updated 4/9/2025
This is a desirable position for a detail-oriented self-managing individual with a proficient understanding of Estate Planning, Probate and General Law, with a minimum of 3 years experience. This is a boutique law firm in Orange County near John Wayne Airport for one attorney. Hours and wages are flexible and based on experience. Position is available now. Applicants should preferably live relatively local to the office.
Click here to apply online.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 4/3/2025
CDF’s Orange County office has an opportunity for attorneys with between 2-7 years of experience in employment defense litigation to join a tight-knit group of dedicated and diverse professionals. Attorneys will work on litigation and non-litigation matters for a wide range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations across many industries.
Depending upon experience, the attorney should expect to be involved in all aspects of our practice, including pre-complaint investigation, case analysis, strategy drafting and responding to discovery, taking and defending depositions, motions and other court appearances, administrative matters before the DLSE, NLRB, DFEH, OSHA, and other agencies, union negotiations and relations, assisting in arbitration and trials, mediations, counseling, and advice work, client development and recruitment, and legal research and writing on a wide variety of areas. Litigation will generally consist of single-plaintiff EEO litigation and PAGA and class action wage and hour litigation.
Resumes can be sent to recruiting@cdflaborlaw.com.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 4/2/2025
The Newport Beach office of Lee Hong Degerman Kang & Waimey is looking for graduates of accredited law schools with 2-4 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.
To apply, please email a resume and a recent writing sample to recruit@lhlaw.com.
SENIOR ASSOCIATE - EDUCATION LAW - Updated 4/2/2025
AALRR offers a unique opportunity to support the educational institutions guiding the next generation of Californians to reach their intellectual and creative potential. We are seeking a senior associate attorney for our Southern California Education Law Group in Cerritos to provide advice and counsel to public and private K-12 schools, community college districts, and related entities. Ideally, the candidate will have experience advising public entities on a range of issues, including governance, labor, and employment.
View the complete listing here.
For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to Ms. Bell at karen.bell@aalrr.com
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - EDUCATION LAW - Updated 4/2/2025
AALRR offers a unique opportunity to support the educational institutions guiding the next generation of Californians to reach their intellectual and creative potential. We are seeking an associate attorney for our Southern California Education Law Group in Irvine to provide advice and counsel to public K-12 schools, community college districts, and related entities. Ideally, the candidate will have at least one to two years of experience in labor and employment law.
PERSONAL INJURY TRIAL ATTORNEY - Updated 4/2/2025
Dodd DelCollo (formerly Hickey Smith Dodd) is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney who is licensed in California. Significant first chair trial experience preferable.
This is a remote, work from home position, however, must be available to appear in court, at depositions, site inspections, etc. when necessary. We have open positions in both Northern and Southern California.
View the complete job listing.
Interested in applying? Please send your resume to: jcronin@dodddelcollo.com.
JUNIOR ASSOCIATE - Updated 4/2/2025
Esse Law seeks a motivated, entrepreneurial Junior Associate with at least 2 years of corporate transactional experience to join our boutique firm specializing in startup, VC, and fractional GC work. This part-time role has the potential to transition to full-time, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a woman-run firm’s meaningful growth. We want a standout attorney who values work-life balance, strives for excellence, and seeks female mentorship. The ideal candidate shares our commitment to forward-thinking values, combining sharp technical skills with a deep commitment to humanity.
View the full job listing.
To apply, fill out the application form here.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 3/27/2025
Gokal Law Group, Inc. is seeking a highly-motivated Associate Attorney with at least 4 years of litigation experience. The successful candidate will handle a variety of litigation matters, work closely with partners and senior associates, and play a key role in client relations and case management. The candidate should have a working knowledge of the code of civil procedure and experience in law and motion work. STRONG LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING SKILLS ARE A MUST.
Click here to view the complete job listing.
For more details on salary and/or where to send resumes to, please email Mary Calamba at mary@gokallaw.com.
PATENT PROSECUTOR - Updated 3/21/2025
Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. The Edwrd Lifesciences Legal team works to protect their patients, team members, and innovations with the utmost diligence and care. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and build lasting partnerships with stakeholders across their global organization. Your legal knowledge and contributions will help them ensure that we are supporting the needs and interests of the patients we serve.
For a full description of the position please click here.
For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $136,000 to $192,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
To apply please click here.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY III, IV - Updated 3/20/2025
The City of Anaheim seeks a dynamic and dedicated Deputy City Attorney III or IV for the City Attorney's Office to support the Anaheim Police Department and Planning and Building/Community Preservation and Licensing Division.
For a full description of the positions and to apply please click here.
The deadline for the first review of applications is on April 10, 2025 at 5:00PM.
PARALEGAL - Updated 3/20/2025
Farzad and Ochoa Family Law Attorneys, LLP is a premier and respected family law firm. Their Costa Mesa office seeks a full time paralegal. They will consider in-person, hybrid, or remote options.
Hourly compensation for the position is $25 to $50 per hour (depending on experience and skill).
Candidates must possess the following attributes and experiences to apply:
If you are qualified to perform the essential duties outlined in this job description and meet the minimum qualifications, please email your resume to carolyn.balthis@farzadlaw.com.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 3/3/2025
Kring & Associates, APC is a boutique employment-focused firm dedicated to providing quality legal services for businesses and individuals throughout California. They are comprised of accomplished and experienced attorneys with diverse backgrounds in both litigation and transactional matters. They take pride in offering a friendly atmosphere and competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.
They are looking for a full-time associate with 2-5 years of experience in California employment law, including litigation and/or advice and counsel, to join their Irvine office.
To learn more about this position click here.
To apply for this position resumes may be submitted via email to Michelle Bennet at mbennett@kringandassociates.com.
VICE PRESIDENT OF PROGRAMS - Updated 2/28/2025
The Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern Califonia (AJSOCAL) has been a leading force in protecting and advancing the civiland legal rights of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. As one of the nation’s largest AAPI legal and civil rights organizations, we are committed to uplifting the most vulnerable members of our communities through free legal services, impact litigation, and policy advocacy to advance justice for AAPIs.
For more informaion about this position click here.
Salary Range: $150k - $200k Location: Hybrid - Los Angeles or Anaheim, CA
To apply for this position please click here.
ASSISTANT CHEIF COUNSEL - Updated 2/5/2025
The Office of the Principal Legal Advisor is the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) largest legal program and is comprised of a diverse staff of more than 1,300 attorneys and approximately 300 support personnel across the country. OPLA functions as a national law firm through its 25 Field Locations located throughout the country and a Headquarters in Washington, D.C. OPLA provides legal support to more than 19,000 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) employees working in over 400 offices in the U.S. and around the world.
Qualifications: Must be a U.S. Citizen, admitted to the bar of any state or U.S. territory, and a graduate of an ABA-accredited law school You will also be required to pass a background check and maintain a security clearance
How to Apply: To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, writing sample (not to exceed 10 pages) to opla-los-recruitment@ice.dhs.gov
For more information about this position click here.
PRINCIPAL CAMPUS COUNSEL - Updated 1/31/25
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), located in Westwood, California is excited to share three open positions for Principal Campus Counsel. Below, you will find an overview of the roles along with links for additional information and application submission.
Position Details: Position Base: Los Angeles (Westwood), California Location: UCLA Campus
Position Posting and Application Links:
Principal Campus Counsel, Litigation, Government & Internal Investigations Apply Here: https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/6324
Principal Campus Counsel, Research and Campus Safety Apply Here: https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/6325
Principal Campus Counsel, Transactions & Contracts Apply Here: https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/6326
LAW SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS & BAR ASSOCIATION REPRESENTATIVES - Updated 1/23/25
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is pleased to announce that they are now hiring for the position of Paid Post-Bar Law Clerks (referred to as Senior Law Clerks in the official bulletin).
This opportunity, which will start in August 2025, will be for current 3L students who plan to graduate in May 2025 and take the July California Bar examination.
The salary for a Senior Law Clerk is $5,630.52 Monthly.
The filing period for Senior Law Clerk began at 8:00 a.m. PST, Wednesday, January 22, 2025, and will remain open until 5:00 p.m. PST on Friday, February 28, 2025.
To apply for this position click here.
COUNTY COUNSEL ATTORNEY I, II, III - Updated 1/21/25
The Office of the County Counsel has opportunities for County Counsel Attorney I, II, and IIIs who will contribute to our mission of making Orange County a safe, healthy, and fulfilling place to live, work and play. The Office of the County Counsel hire qualified candidates demonstrating a great attitude, absolute integrity, remarkable talent, stellar credentials, grit, and a passion for public service.
For more information and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oc/jobs/4781054/county-counsel-attorney-i-ii-iii
To learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Attorney I, Attorney II, and Attorney III classifications click here.
LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 1/17/2025
Kolar & Associates, A Law Corporation is looking for an Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will be an organized, driven and energetic individual with experience in civil/consumer law, familiarity with Consumers Legal Remedies Act, Song-Beverly, B&P 17200 and employment law.
For the full job description please click here.
To Apply: please email your resume to hr@kolarandassociates.com
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 1/10/25
The Newport Beach office of Lee Hong Degerman Kang & Waimey is looking for graduates of accredited law schools with 2-4 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. They are looking for attorneys with strong discovery experience and communication skills. Interest and experience in product liability litigation is a plus. They offer a competitive salary, medical benefits, and a 401k.
To Apply: Please email a resume and a recent writing sample to recruit@lhlaw.com.
Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 1/10/25
Kahana Feld is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join their Irvine office. They are an award-winning, national law firm with twelve offices nationally and growing. They are seeking attorneys that are looking for an opportunity to:
Interested candidates can apply here.