Litigation Attorney – High-Profile Wildfire Recovery

Robert Half Legal has been engaged by a top-rated mid-size law firm for an ongoing, fully remote contract role supporting recovery efforts for victims of the Pacific Palisades fire. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced litigation attorney passionate about making a meaningful impact for clients navigating the aftermath of a major disaster.

Role Summary:

Join a select legal team driving critical insurance recovery and complex commercial litigation related to the Pacific Palisades fire, representing high-profile individuals and organizations. As a key contributor to a confidential, high-stakes project, you’ll advise on strategic case development, serve as a trusted client advocate, and work to secure substantial recovery for those affected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle all phases of commercial and insurance litigation matters stemming from the Pacific Palisades fire, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Provide sophisticated, practical legal counsel to high-profile clients facing significant financial, property, and business impacts from the disaster.
• Develop and implement client recovery strategies—articulating the unique value and approach tailored to those impacted.
• Engage directly with fire victims, insurance representatives, and other stakeholders to build trust, clarify goals, and deliver exceptional results.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to shape the firm’s advocacy for wildfire victims, including helping close new engagements and expanding key client relationships.
• Analyze complex insurance and litigation issues, synthesize large volumes of evidence and facts, and distill actionable, business-driven recommendations.
• Draft, review, and finalize high-quality litigation documents, including settlement communications, legal briefs, memoranda, and client updates, with minimal oversight.
• Operate at the highest level of discretion and professionalism in a fast-paced environment where confidentiality is paramount.

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years’ law firm experience in complex commercial litigation and/or insurance recovery matters.
• Previous involvement in mass torts, wildfire recovery, or disaster litigation is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, engage, and manage relationships with sophisticated, high-profile clients.
• Impeccable written, verbal, and analytical skills; proven advocacy for complex litigation.
• California Bar admission in good standing; must reside in Southern California for occasional strategy meetings.
• Self-starter with a solutions-oriented approach who thrives under pressure, maintains high standards, and delivers creative, strategic results.
• Excellent academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

Please send your resume directly to Steve[dot]Moss[at]RobertHalf[dotcom] for immediate consideration.

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