Attorney​/Lawyer

Description We are looking for a dedicated Attorney to join our legal team in Pleasanton, California. In this role, you will gain expertise in Special Education Law through comprehensive training and mentorship, while actively contributing to case handling and legal processes. This position offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful client work, legal research, and skill development.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and oversee legal cases, including document review, research, and client consultations.

- Draft legal memos, motions, and responses to complaints with precision and attention to detail.

- Represent clients in mediations, settlement negotiations, and hearings.

- Handle discovery processes and develop case strategies to support successful outcomes.

- Prosecute cases through appeals while adhering to legal standards and practices.

- Contribute to the firm's publications and create informative content for legal audiences.

- Deliver workshops and presentations to share legal insights and expertise.

- Attend conferences and networking events to build meaningful relationships and represent the firm. Requirements - Licensed attorney with a minimum of three years of relevant legal experience.

- Strong background in civil litigation, including case preparation and courtroom representation.

- Proven ability to draft and file motions, complaints, and legal briefs effectively.

- Expertise in discovery procedures and evidence gathering.

- Exceptional research and analytical skills to support case development.

- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

- Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

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