Trial Attorney — Los Angeles (Onsite)
About Us
Knight Law Group is a premier California firm dedicated to consumer rights protection and mass tort litigation , with deep expertise in automotive lemon law. Our firm has successfully represented thousands of clients and secured record-setting verdicts and industry-leading settlements. Our diverse, multilingual team works across the state, holding large corporations accountable and fighting on behalf of California consumers.
Knight Law Group is seeking a seasoned Trial Attorney with at least 10 years of litigation experience and a proven track record of first-chair jury trials . This is a high-impact role for an experienced litigator who thrives in the courtroom and is ready to help shape trial strategy in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Why Join Knight Law?
- Take on significant trial responsibility as a first-chair attorney with meaningful autonomy.
- Join a firm that is respected, resourced, and results-driven , with top experts and a litigation-forward philosophy.
- Earn competitively —without pressure to bring in business or manage client development.
- Collaborate with sharp, tenured partners and train the next generation of litigators.
- Engage in a thoughtful hiring process that values transparency and respect for your time and expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead jury trials as first chair with support from second-chair associates.
- Conduct depositions of PMQs, senior corporate officials, and expert witnesses.
- Prepare trial materials: motions, jury instructions, trial briefs, verdict forms, exhibit and witness lists.
- Develop and execute trial strategy in partnership with leadership and appellate counsel.
- Prepare witnesses for trial and deliver compelling examinations and arguments in court.
- Attend firm-led training sessions and implement evolving strategies under consumer protection statutes, including the Song-Beverly Act.
- Report trial progress, coordinate with team members, and manage case timelines and billable hours.
Requirements & Qualifications
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- California Bar license in good standing
- Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, including multiple first-chair jury trials
- Strong trial acumen and courtroom presence
- Highly skilled in trial preparation, oral advocacy, and case strategy
- Tech-savvy and comfortable operating in a paperless environment
- Spanish bilingual skills a plus, but not required
- Willingness to travel within California for trials, depositions, and court appearances
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base compensation + performance incentives
- HMO/PPO Medical Plans
- PPO Dental & Vision coverage
- STD & LTD Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- 529 College Savings Plan & Pet Insurance
- Weekly staff breakfast
Location : This is a full-time onsite role based in our Century City office in Los Angeles. Attendance is required Monday through Friday .