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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.
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:
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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.
Apply here.
INSURANCE FRAUD LITIGATION ATTORNEY - Updated 9/12/2025
Manning Kass is seeking a Insurance Fraud Litigation Attorney to join one of our California offices. The ideal candidate will have an experience managing Insurance Fraud claims and Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) actions against individuals and corporations. You will play a pivotal role in the case development and prosecution of civil recovery actions.
All resumes should be sent to recruiting@manningkass.com.
MANAGER, REGULATORY COUNSEL - Updated 9/12/2025
Edwards Lifesciences is seeking a Manager, Regulatory Counsel with at least 3 years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house legal department and a background in life sciences, MedTech, pharmaceuticals, or related healthcare industry experience. 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.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - EMPLOYMENT LAW - Updated 9/10/2025
Stability Technology is looking for a sharp and driven Associate Attorney-Employment Law with 3+ years of experience in employment litigation. The candidate would manage various types of employment cases including discrimination, wrongful termination, wage and hour, retaliation, PAGA, and sexual harassment litigation matters.
To apply, please email your resume to jpatria@stabilitytp.com.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ASSOCIATE - Updated 9/5/2025
T-Rex Law P.C. is looking to hire an Intellectual Property Associate with 1–5 years of legal experience to join our growing team. This role suits someone who enjoys substantive trademark work including litigation, direct client interaction, and a supportive environment that encourages professional growth alongside work-life balance. This is a fully remote position, but candidates must reside in Southern California in order to attend court hearings in the Southern District of California and Central District of California District Courts. We offer a competitive compensation structure, and generous benefits program.
To apply, please email your resume to careers@t-rexlaw.com.
CIVIL DEFENSE LITIGATION ASSOCIATE - Updated 9/5/2025
Manning Kass is seeking a highly motivated and well-rounded Civil Litigation Associate with at least two (2) years of experience to join their team! 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.
Interested candidates are requested to apply by submitting a resume via email to recruiting@manningkass.com.
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL - Updated 8/21/2025
Providence St. Joseph Health is seeking a Associate Counsel attorney with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare-related legal field. This role involves offering legal advice, consultation, policy analysis, and interpretation across various areas of law and policy. Key responsibilities include conducting research and analysis for policy recommendations, preparing written opinions and guidance for executive management and internal clients, and drafting and reviewing contracts, particularly for physician and vendor agreements.
SUPERIOR COURT COMMISSIONER - Updated 8/19/2025
The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, seeks interested candidates for the Commissioner position. The Commissioner position is an at-will position under general direction of the Judge(s) of the Court. This professional level position performs various subordinate judicial functions as prescribed by law (California Rules of Court 10.700(b)) or conferred by the court, including acting as a temporary judge in certain types of cases. This professional level class works independently under general direction of the Judges of the Court as a temporary judge, in accordance with State law.
Click here to view the full job listing and to apply.
CORPORATE COUNSEL - Updated 8/19/2025
Providence St. Joseph Health is seeking a Corporate Counsel attorney with a minimum of 8 years of relevant healthcare legal experience to play a crucial role in delivering legal services and advice under the guidance of the VP, Senior Corporate Counsel. Some responsibilities include providing legal consultation, conducting policy analysis, preparing written guidance for executive teams, and drafting contracts with a focus on physician and vendor agreements.
HOUSING SUPERVISING ATTORNEY - Updated 8/15/2025
The Community Legal Aid SoCal is seeking a Housing Supervising Attorney to oversee a team of attorneys and paralegals providing housing legal services, primarily focused on unlawful detainer cases in Los Angeles County. This leadership role includes supervising legal work, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality legal representation for tenants. The attorney will help develop procedures, set team priorities, and monitor compliance with funding requirements and grant deliverables. They will participate in community outreach and collaborate with legal partners and policy advocacy groups.
Interested applicants can find the full description and can apply here.
STAFF ATTORNEY - Updated 8/15/2025
The California Offices of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco 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.
Interested candidates may submit their applications directly online here.
ASSOCIATE - Updated 8/15/2025
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - Updated 8/15/2025
The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office (LADA) is seeking experienced attorneys to fill emergency Deputy District Attorney II vacancies related to the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires. Desirable qualifications include experience conducting trials and preliminary hearings, preparing and arguing Penal Code 1538.5 and Penal Code 995 motions, preparing appellate briefs or motions, and Criminal Trial experience in a City, County, State, or Federal prosecuting agency.
FINANCIAL SERVICES LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - Updated 8/11/2025
Stinson LLP seeks an Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of consumer financial services litigation experience to join our Irvine, California, Los Angeles, California, or San Francisco, California offices. Candidates with experience from a regional, national, or outstanding local law firm and judicial clerkship experience are preferred. Excellent writing, oral advocacy skills, and academics are required.
ASSOCIATE IP ATTORNEY - Updated 8/11/2025
A Los Angeles based law firm with multinational practice is seeking 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.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, transcript and a recent writing sample to recruit1@lhlaw.com.