Jobot
Base pay range
$180,000 - $300,000 per year
About Us My client is a fast‑moving, high‑energy law firm that is all about achieving outstanding results. We are the market leaders in automotive products liability litigation, having litigated cases against nearly every major automotive manufacturer in the world. Our vision is to become the leading law firm in the nation for automotive products liability, bar none. Our mission is to use our own unique creativity to present products liability cases against manufacturers to juries throughout the U.S. Our values include Excellence, Consistency, Innovation, Better than Yesterday, Systematic, and Community.
Job Details Senior Trial Attorney (Costa Mesa, CA) – full‑time, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed. Reports to the Partner. The role will help prepare litigation reports and risk assessments, draft legal documents, and make court appearances on our clients' behalf. Focus areas: strategy, motions, trial preparation, low‑level depositions, low‑level trials & mediations, and research.
Responsibilities
Assist in providing case evaluations, legal support, and guidance.
Develop case strategy and find plausible solutions to legal matters.
Prepare litigation reports and risk assessments.
Attend hearings, depositions, and other court appearances.
Attend focus groups.
Stay informed about current legislation.
Build trustworthy relationships with clients and experts.
Finalize legal documents such as depositions, pleadings, and contracts.
Draft and finalize complaints, meet‑and‑confer letters, motions to compel, and discovery responses.
Negotiate low‑level settlements and attend mediations.
Interview, train, mentor, and assist in managing legal staff within the team (as needed).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in law‑related field.
Juris Doctor or equivalent from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law / membership in the State Bar.
4–10 years of related experience.
Skills & Personal Attributes
Second‑chair trial experience.
Willingness to meet personally with clients.
Ability to handle a high caseload.
Experience in a specific branch of law.
Commitment to ethical practice and abiding by the law.
Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking, critical thinking, adaptability, and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
High emotional intelligence and discretion.
Benefits Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, and a matching 401(k).
EEO Statement Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity; all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories. Please note that we may conduct background checks with your authorization. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI‑generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners.
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About Us My client is a fast‑moving, high‑energy law firm that is all about achieving outstanding results. We are the market leaders in automotive products liability litigation, having litigated cases against nearly every major automotive manufacturer in the world. Our vision is to become the leading law firm in the nation for automotive products liability, bar none. Our mission is to use our own unique creativity to present products liability cases against manufacturers to juries throughout the U.S. Our values include Excellence, Consistency, Innovation, Better than Yesterday, Systematic, and Community.
Job Details Senior Trial Attorney (Costa Mesa, CA) – full‑time, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed. Reports to the Partner. The role will help prepare litigation reports and risk assessments, draft legal documents, and make court appearances on our clients' behalf. Focus areas: strategy, motions, trial preparation, low‑level depositions, low‑level trials & mediations, and research.
Responsibilities
Assist in providing case evaluations, legal support, and guidance.
Develop case strategy and find plausible solutions to legal matters.
Prepare litigation reports and risk assessments.
Attend hearings, depositions, and other court appearances.
Attend focus groups.
Stay informed about current legislation.
Build trustworthy relationships with clients and experts.
Finalize legal documents such as depositions, pleadings, and contracts.
Draft and finalize complaints, meet‑and‑confer letters, motions to compel, and discovery responses.
Negotiate low‑level settlements and attend mediations.
Interview, train, mentor, and assist in managing legal staff within the team (as needed).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in law‑related field.
Juris Doctor or equivalent from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law / membership in the State Bar.
4–10 years of related experience.
Skills & Personal Attributes
Second‑chair trial experience.
Willingness to meet personally with clients.
Ability to handle a high caseload.
Experience in a specific branch of law.
Commitment to ethical practice and abiding by the law.
Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking, critical thinking, adaptability, and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
High emotional intelligence and discretion.
Benefits Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, and a matching 401(k).
EEO Statement Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity; all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories. Please note that we may conduct background checks with your authorization. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI‑generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners.
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