Associate Attorney

We’re hiring an attorney to take over a busy, diverse practice supporting clients across litigation and transactional matters.

At Mitchell Law Firm, we provide strategic legal counsel and comprehensive representation across a wide spectrum of industries and practice areas. Led by founding attorney Ryan Mitchell, our team handles complex legal matters with precision and foresight, serving clients both domestically and internationally. With a commitment to innovation, integrity, and results, we are the trusted partner that businesses and individuals rely on for their most critical legal needs.

Work location: Fully remote (with occasional in-person client meetings / appearances as needed)

Schedule: Full-time (Exempt) |
Start: 1/1/2026

Location for in-person needs: Primarily Southern California / Los Angeles area (as needed)

Bar: California (Active, in good standing)

We’re hiring an attorney to take over a busy, diverse practice supporting clients across litigation and transactional matters. This role is ideal for a self-directed attorney who can manage cases end-to-end, communicate proactively with clients, and switch comfortably between disputes and deal work.

You will work on matters that may include corporate law, employment counseling and defense, and commercial disputes
, as well as business/IP matters and real estate transactions
.

• Manage matters in state and federal courts
  , balancing strategic resolution with strong advocacy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement communications.
• Conduct/defend depositions and prepare for mediations/arbitrations.
• Handle disputes such as:
  • Business and contract litigation
    , shareholder/partner disputes, employment and IP litigation, and real estate conflicts.
• Provide clear, practical risk assessments and keep clients informed on strategy, timelines, and budgets.
• Support businesses from formation through growth, including:
  • Entity formation
    , governance/compliance, contract negotiation, and (as applicable) M&A or strategic partnerships.
• Advise employers on counseling and compliance, including:
  • Handbooks/policies, wage & hour compliance, classification issues, and related risk management.
• Draft/review/negotiate agreements such as MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, employment/contractor agreements, licensing deals, and other commercial contracts.
• Assist with real estate transactions (PSAs, leases, title/escrow support, portfolio/audit support).
• Coordinate IP-related needs such as licensing and IP diligence in transactions (as applicable).

• Collaborate closely with the Managing Partner and team to deliver high-quality work product.
• Help improve templates, processes, and client-facing communication for a modern remote practice.
• Optional: contribute to thought leadership (e.g., CLEs/podcasts/educational content), if interested.
• [Recommended: 6+ years] of practice experience spanning both litigation and transactional work (or equivalent hybrid experience).
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Independently manage deadlines, client communications, and competing priorities
  • Draft strong briefs and agreements with minimal supervision
  • Use sound judgment in risk-based counseling
• Comfortable working in a remote, team-focused environment with modern collaboration tools.

• Employment counseling/defense, commercial disputes, and/or ongoing outside general counsel work.
• Industry familiarity with any of: tech, entertainment, real estate, cannabis, finance, retail.

• This role is fully remote day‑to‑day.
• Candidate must be willing and able to attend occasional in‑person
  :
  • Client meetings
  • Mediations/depositions
  • Court appearances (as needed, depending on case requirements)

Compensation: $,000.00 base salary (DOE) + performance bonus opportunities

Perks we currently highlight publicly:

• Flexibility
• Competitive salary + bonus structure
• Growth‑driven firm culture

Additional benefits you may include (edit to match what you offer):

• Medical / dental / vision options
• 401(k) or retirement plan options
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Remote office/technology stipend
• CLE budget + bar dues reimbursement
• Malpractice coverage
• Mentorship and professional development support

Mitchell Law Firm, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of legally protected characteristics.