Careers at Horvitz & Levy

At Horvitz & Levy, we’ve built a uniquely collaborative culture focused entirely on appellate litigation. We work as a team—sharing ideas, workloads, and client responsibilities across the firm. Our attorneys and staff are united by a commitment to excellence, supported by a lockstep compensation system and firm-wide standards that prioritize quality, consistency, and shared success.

Leadership and mentorship are deeply embedded in our structure. A rotating management committee oversees day-to-day operations, while a dedicated partner manages case assignments to ensure balance and optimal client service. Ongoing training, open monthly attorney forums, and regular firm-wide discussions help us stay sharp and aligned on emerging legal issues, ethics, and inclusivity.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive workplace. Our hiring and advancement practices ensure equal opportunity for all, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance. We are signatories to multiple diversity pledges, including those from the Los Angeles County Bar Association and the Women Lawyers’ Association of Los Angeles.

We also actively participate in national and statewide initiatives such as the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) and the California Minority Counsel Program. Our attorneys mentor with The Appellate Project, helping advance racial equity in the appellate field. Many of our LCLD 1L Scholars and Fellows have become permanent members of our team.

Pro Bono Commitment

We believe in using our appellate expertise to serve the public. Our attorneys regularly provide pro bono representation before state and federal appellate courts, including the California and U.S. Supreme Courts. We collaborate with advocacy organizations like Public Counsel, The Alliance for Children’s Rights, and the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law. Several partners also lead Pepperdine’s Ninth Circuit Appellate Advocacy Clinic, mentoring students and securing impactful wins in civil rights cases.

Work / Life Balance

Our culture values quality over quantity—reflected in our manageable billable hour expectations and support for flexible work arrangements. Our secure cloud-based tools ensure seamless remote access, allowing attorneys and staff to stay connected while meeting personal needs.

Attorneys benefit from professional development, a collegial atmosphere, and a focus on meaningful, satisfying work. Our staff team’s long tenure speaks to our supportive environment, and we offer flexible schedules, flex-time, and paid sabbaticals for partners every six years.