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Cypress HCM

Senior Counsel

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$90 - $95/hr

Senior Counsel We're seeking a transactional lawyer to serve as maternity cover for a VP-level ... Knowledge of defamation, privacy, trademark and copyright law. * Someone who excels at drafting and ...

Netflix, Inc.

Principal Counsel, Litigation

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$465 - $650/hr

S.-based attorney to join its internal general litigation team as Principal Counsel, Litigation ... contracts, copyright, trademark, defamation, right of publicity, real estate, bankruptcy, subpoenas ...

Netflix

Principal Counsel, Litigation

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

S.-based attorney to join its internal general litigation team as Principal Counsel, Litigation ... litigation - contracts, copyright, trademark, defamation, right of publicity, real estate ...

Netflix

Principal Counsel, Litigation

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

S.-based attorney to join its internal general litigation team as Principal Counsel, Litigation ... litigation - contracts, copyright, trademark, defamation, right of publicity, real estate ...

Netflix

Principal Counsel, Litigation

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

S.-based attorney to join its internal general litigation team as Principal Counsel, Litigation ... litigation - contracts, copyright, trademark, defamation, right of publicity, real estate ...

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What is the difference between Contract Defamation Attorney vs Contract Lawyer?

AspectContract Defamation AttorneyContract Lawyer
CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admission, specialized in defamation lawLaw degree, bar admission, general contract law expertise
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, courts, corporate legal departmentsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Industry UsageHandles defamation disputes within contracts, media, and reputation casesDrafts, reviews, and negotiates various types of contracts
Search & Comparison IntentFocused on defamation issues in contractual contextsBroader contract law services

The main difference is that a Contract Defamation Attorney specializes in legal issues related to defamation within contracts, whereas a Contract Lawyer handles a wide range of contract drafting, review, and negotiation tasks. The former focuses on reputation-related disputes, while the latter covers general contractual matters across industries.

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Business and Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney

AEI LAW PC

Huntington Beach, CA • On-site

$176K - $206K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Profit sharing
  • Paid time off

Business and Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney

Pay: Base Salary $176,000 – $206,000 per year (DOE), plus benefits and bonuses.
Job Type: Full-time Work Location: Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (primarily in-office with remote and in-person court appearances as needed)
Overview: We are seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Business and Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our dynamic team in Huntington Beach. This role involves handling a wide range of complex commercial litigation and advisory matters, including breach of contract, civil fraud, business torts, trademark, copyright and trade secret infringement, defamation, commercial landlord-tenant disputes, employers’ side employment law, and construction matters.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong legal drafting and negotiation skills, a client-focused mindset, and the ability to manage cases independently with minimal supervision while delivering outstanding outcomes.
Responsibilities

  • Independently manage a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including taking ownership of strategy, deadlines, and client communication.
  • Appear remotely and in-person in California state and federal courts; prepare and argue briefs, pleadings, motions, and discovery matters.
  • Draft, review, and ensure accuracy and compliance of all legal documents.
  • Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy and preparation.
  • Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
  • Prepare documentation, evidence, and trial materials; participate in trials, hearings, and depositions.
  • Manage case files, scheduling, and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Stay current on evolving laws and regulations affecting clients.
  • Collaborate with the team on complex strategies while driving day-to-day case progress autonomously.
  • 1,820 billable hour annual requirement
Qualifications

Required:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active California Bar license in good standing.
  • 5+ years of experience as a litigator in business/commercial litigation.
  • Proven ability to manage cases independently with minimal supervision (self-starter with strong focus and initiative).
  • Strong track record in legal drafting, negotiation, and successful client outcomes.
  • Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial preparation (first or second chair trial experience strongly preferred).
  • Ability to practice in California state and federal courts.
  • Excellent research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency with LexisNexis (or equivalent) and case management software (Clio experience a plus).
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative yet autonomous, fast-paced environment.
Preferred:

  • Familiarity with intellectual property, employment defense, commercial landlord/tenant, or construction law.
  • Business contract drafting experience.
  • Entertainment Law experience (film, television, arts, media, music industry).
  • Experience with entrepreneurship or small business clients.
  • Admission to Bankruptcy Court.
  • Post-judgment collections process.
Benefits

  • Group medical plan through Blue Shield of California (PPO) with generous employer contribution toward premiums
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer matching contribution
  • Paid vacation: 2 week after first year; 3 weeks after second year, 4 weeks after third year
  • Sick leave per California law
  • Annual profit-sharing bonus (share of the firm’s profit pool after first full year with the firm)
  • Annual bonus potential based on performance (going over billable hour minimum by 200+ hours unlocks)
  • Referral bonus: 5% of billed and paid attorney time on any new client you refer
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume with the subject line “Business Litigation Attorney Application - Huntington Beach, CA.”