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Overview
Salary Grade: $250,000+
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Position
Type: Exempt
Department: Litigation
Work Modality: Onsite Full-time; Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm
Location: Segerstrom Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa, right across from South Coast Plaza
About Us At MLG, we are not just another law firm. We are the nation’s market leaders in automotive products liability litigation. We have litigated against nearly every major automotive manufacturer in the world, and our track record speaks for itself. Fast moving, high energy, and relentless in our pursuit of justice, we set the standard others measure themselves against.
Our office is located at the Segerstrom Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa
Right across from South Coast Plaza, a beautiful, inspiring space for ambitious attorneys ready to make an impact.
Our Mission To use creativity, innovation, and relentless preparation to take on manufacturers and present powerful cases to juries across the U.S.
Our Values
Excellence
Consistency
Innovation
Better Than Yesterday
Systematic
Community
The Opportunity We are seeking an accomplished
Senior Trial Attorney who is ready to take on complex, high stakes litigation and drive impactful results. This is a chance to first chair and second chair jury trials, mentor the next generation of litigators, and work directly with the principal on some of the most consequential cases in the industry.
If you want to put your courtroom skills to work at the highest level, this is where you belong.
What You Will Do
Lead case strategy and trial preparation, including jury instructions, trial briefs, and motions in limine
First chair and second chair jury trials, working closely with the principal attorney
Handle mediations, depositions, hearings, and case related negotiations
Collaborate with and mentor associates, paralegals, and litigation support staff
Work closely with experts and cutting edge litigation technology
Manage all aspects of discovery, including drafting, responding, and meet and confers
Represent clients with integrity and excellence in both state and federal courts
What We Are Looking For
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
Active license and membership with the California State Bar
At least 10 years of experience practicing law
At least 10 years of significant litigation and trial experience
Proven first chair or second chair jury trial experience
Substantial deposition and mediation experience
Exceptional brief writing, oral advocacy, and courtroom presence
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Litigate against the largest automotive manufacturers in the world
Prestige: Be part of a nationally recognized trial team that consistently sets industry standards
Career Growth: Work directly with seasoned trial lawyers and leadership in complex, high value cases
Beautiful Location: Offices at the Segerstrom Performing Arts Center, steps away from South Coast Plaza
Competitive Compensation: Starting at $350k+ DOE, plus performance based growth opportunities
Robust Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, EAP, paid time off, and a matching 401(k)
Employment Details
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $250,000.00 per year
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Application Question(s)
Will you now, or in the future, require any form of sponsorship?
What area(s) of law do you have experience practicing in?
How many trials have you been First chair on?
What is your desired compensation?
Experience
1st Chair Trial: 7 years (Required)
License / Certification
California Bar license (Required)
Ability to Commute
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Required)
Work Location
In person
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Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Position
Type: Exempt
Department: Litigation
Work Modality: Onsite Full-time; Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm
Location: Segerstrom Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa, right across from South Coast Plaza
About Us At MLG, we are not just another law firm. We are the nation’s market leaders in automotive products liability litigation. We have litigated against nearly every major automotive manufacturer in the world, and our track record speaks for itself. Fast moving, high energy, and relentless in our pursuit of justice, we set the standard others measure themselves against.
Our office is located at the Segerstrom Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa
Right across from South Coast Plaza, a beautiful, inspiring space for ambitious attorneys ready to make an impact.
Our Mission To use creativity, innovation, and relentless preparation to take on manufacturers and present powerful cases to juries across the U.S.
Our Values
Excellence
Consistency
Innovation
Better Than Yesterday
Systematic
Community
The Opportunity We are seeking an accomplished
Senior Trial Attorney who is ready to take on complex, high stakes litigation and drive impactful results. This is a chance to first chair and second chair jury trials, mentor the next generation of litigators, and work directly with the principal on some of the most consequential cases in the industry.
If you want to put your courtroom skills to work at the highest level, this is where you belong.
What You Will Do
Lead case strategy and trial preparation, including jury instructions, trial briefs, and motions in limine
First chair and second chair jury trials, working closely with the principal attorney
Handle mediations, depositions, hearings, and case related negotiations
Collaborate with and mentor associates, paralegals, and litigation support staff
Work closely with experts and cutting edge litigation technology
Manage all aspects of discovery, including drafting, responding, and meet and confers
Represent clients with integrity and excellence in both state and federal courts
What We Are Looking For
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
Active license and membership with the California State Bar
At least 10 years of experience practicing law
At least 10 years of significant litigation and trial experience
Proven first chair or second chair jury trial experience
Substantial deposition and mediation experience
Exceptional brief writing, oral advocacy, and courtroom presence
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Litigate against the largest automotive manufacturers in the world
Prestige: Be part of a nationally recognized trial team that consistently sets industry standards
Career Growth: Work directly with seasoned trial lawyers and leadership in complex, high value cases
Beautiful Location: Offices at the Segerstrom Performing Arts Center, steps away from South Coast Plaza
Competitive Compensation: Starting at $350k+ DOE, plus performance based growth opportunities
Robust Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, EAP, paid time off, and a matching 401(k)
Employment Details
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $250,000.00 per year
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Application Question(s)
Will you now, or in the future, require any form of sponsorship?
What area(s) of law do you have experience practicing in?
How many trials have you been First chair on?
What is your desired compensation?
Experience
1st Chair Trial: 7 years (Required)
License / Certification
California Bar license (Required)
Ability to Commute
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Required)
Work Location
In person
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