# Fee Motion Attorney

**Company:** [Strategic Legal Practices](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/h9N1YkkeWFZACPo795xpZD.md)
**Location:** Los Angeles, United States
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Fee Motion

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## Description

Strategic Legal Practices is seeking a **full-time Fee Motion Attorney** with demonstrated expertise in drafting, opposing, and arguing attorneys’ fee motions in complex litigation. This attorney will play a central role in pursuing and defending the firm’s rights to attorneys’ fees in both state and federal courts.

We’re looking for a **strategic, tenacious litigator** with a strong command of California’s fee-shifting statutes and federal lodestar principles. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, persuasive in writing and argument, and eager to leverage technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**

**Fee Motion-Specific Responsibilities**

-   Drafting detailed and well-supported motions for attorneys’ fees in both California state and federal courts
-   Preparing replies to oppositions with strong legal analysis and persuasive rebuttals
-   Arguing fee motions at hearings, including presenting lodestar justifications and addressing court inquiries
-   Apply statutory fee entitlement provisions, including requests for multipliers and enhancements
-   Working with the fee motion support team to collect time records, declarations, and documentation in support of executing assigned motions
-   Managing and tracking a high-volume docket of deadlines and assignments within the fee motion department

**General Litigation Responsibilities**

-   Draft fee motions and fee motion replies to oppositions
-   Attend fee motion and general hearings in support of the firm
-   Argue fee motions in court
-   Independently manage your own litigation caseload
-   Perform other litigation-related duties and meet firm deadlines

## Requirements

-   Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
-   4+ years of litigation experience, with proven experience drafting and arguing attorneys’ fee motions
-   Deep understanding of fee-shifting statutes, lodestar methodologies, and multiplier arguments
-   Exceptional writing, legal analysis, and oral advocacy skills
-   Strong organizational skills, with the ability to juggle high-volume, deadline-driven matters
-   Collaborative mindset and ability to function effectively as part of a team-oriented department
-   Comfortable with judges, opposing counsel, and internal staff interactions
-   Tech-savvy and confident using modern case management systems and billing tools
-   **Preferred Experience:**

-   Experience in consumer protection, Lemon Law, or complex civil litigation
-   Oral argument experience, particularly in motion or fee-related hearings

## Benefits

We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team through a robust and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

-   **401(k) with Employer Match** – Plan for your future with confidence and company support.
-   **Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance** – Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
-   **Short-Term, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance** – Financial protection for life’s unexpected events.
-   **Paid Parking** – Convenient and covered, so you can focus on your day.
-   **Generous Paid Time Off** – Ample time to rest, recharge, and take care of personal matters.
-   **Employee Referral Program** – Earn rewards for introducing talented individuals to our team.
-   **Employee Assistance Program (EAP)** – Confidential resources for personal and professional support.
-   **Employee Discount Program** – Access to exclusive savings on a variety of products and services.

Compensation: $130,000 - $170,000/annually

-   Billing bonus: **Up to $20,000 -** easy to earn!