Limited-Scope California Civil Rights Attorney — Deposition Defense
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I am a self-represented plaintiff in an active civil rights lawsuit in California (Los Angeles County Superior Court). I'm looking for a licensed California attorney for a limited-scope engagement to prepare me for and defend my deposition. This is not full representation of the case — I'm handling the rest myself — only the deposition. About the case (general) The matter involves civil rights claims under California's Ralph, Bane, and Unruh Civil Rights Acts, arising from being wrongly accused of criminal conduct by a large corporate defendant. Trial is set for early 2027; my deposition is anticipated in October 2026 in the greater Los Angeles area. Scope of work One or more preparation sessions with me before the deposition Defending the deposition: appearing with me, making appropriate objections, and protecting the record Reviewing any document demand attached to the deposition notice Limited to the deposition; a Notice of Limited Scope Representation would be filed for the appearance Requirements Active California State Bar license (required — this is representation in a California court) Civil litigation and deposition experience; civil rights (Ralph/Bane/Unruh) experience strongly preferred Comfortable defending a deposition opposite a large defense firm Available in the Los Angeles area in October 2026 (specific dates set by early September) Willing to take a discrete, limited-scope engagement and to run a conflict check before engaging To apply, please include A brief note on your relevant deposition and civil rights experience Your California State Bar number Your availability in October 2026 Your fee for this limited engagement (flat fee preferred, or hourly)
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
$125.00
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$200.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
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- United StatesStudio City4:24 PM
- $29K total spent79 hires, 4 active
- 80 hours
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