JBA International
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We are seeking a
results-driven Senior Trial Attorney
with a commanding courtroom presence, strong leadership abilities, and a true passion for advocacy. The ideal candidate is someone who strives to make a meaningful impact for clients while contributing to the continued growth and excellence of our firm.
Responsibilities
Lead strategy, development, and execution of complex litigation matters from inception through verdict
Serve as
lead trial counsel
on high-value personal injury and elder abuse cases
Supervise, mentor, and train Associate Trial Attorneys and litigation team members
Develop litigation strategies in coordination with the Managing Attorney
Manage client relationships and maintain exceptional communication standards
Oversee all aspects of discovery: written discovery, depositions, expert discovery
Draft, review, and refine high-quality pleadings, motions, and memoranda
Lead mediations and settlement negotiations with full settlement authority
Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial
Advocate at depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Try a minimum of 5 trials per year
to verdict
Provide leadership in trial preparation, execution, and post-trial briefs
Participate in litigation team meetings and collaborate with support staff
Submit quarterly reporting of fees earned to ownership
Uphold firm values and professional standards in all work performed
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney or Partners
Qualifications & Skills
Active
California State Bar
membership in good standing
15+ years of litigation and trial experience
(personal injury preferred)
Several 1st-chair trials to verdict
with proven results
Ability to manage and supervise
50+ active litigation files
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Excellent oral advocacy, legal writing, and research skills
Advanced knowledge of civil procedure, evidence, and California PI law
Proficiency with Litify, Filevine, CasePeer, or comparable systems
Strong technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and legal tools)
Exceptional time management, organization, and professional communication
Team-oriented attitude with ability to collaborate across departments
Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed individual, department, and firm performance goals
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Trial Performance
Try
5+ cases to verdict
annually
Effectively prepare clients and witnesses
Case Management
Manage a docket of
50+ active litigation cases
Ensure timely progress through discovery, motions, and trial phases
Litigation Outcomes
Achieve verdicts and settlements aligned with firm benchmarks
Maximize client recoveries through strategic advocacy
Leadership
Mentor and support Associate Trial Attorneys and litigation team
Lead team meetings and maintain collaboration
Client Relations
Maintain
90%+ positive client satisfaction
Communicate proactively and manage expectations
Pleadings & Motions
Draft and review filings with accuracy, clarity, and timeliness
Discovery
Oversee all phases of discovery
Maintain compliance with deadlines and rules
Settlement & Mediation
Conduct effective negotiations
Achieve settlements consistent with firm goals
Reporting & Performance
Submit accurate quarterly fee reports on time
Meet individual and department KPIs
Professional Conduct
Uphold firm values, ethics, and high professional standards
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries: Insurance
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results-driven Senior Trial Attorney
with a commanding courtroom presence, strong leadership abilities, and a true passion for advocacy. The ideal candidate is someone who strives to make a meaningful impact for clients while contributing to the continued growth and excellence of our firm.
Responsibilities
Lead strategy, development, and execution of complex litigation matters from inception through verdict
Serve as
lead trial counsel
on high-value personal injury and elder abuse cases
Supervise, mentor, and train Associate Trial Attorneys and litigation team members
Develop litigation strategies in coordination with the Managing Attorney
Manage client relationships and maintain exceptional communication standards
Oversee all aspects of discovery: written discovery, depositions, expert discovery
Draft, review, and refine high-quality pleadings, motions, and memoranda
Lead mediations and settlement negotiations with full settlement authority
Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial
Advocate at depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Try a minimum of 5 trials per year
to verdict
Provide leadership in trial preparation, execution, and post-trial briefs
Participate in litigation team meetings and collaborate with support staff
Submit quarterly reporting of fees earned to ownership
Uphold firm values and professional standards in all work performed
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney or Partners
Qualifications & Skills
Active
California State Bar
membership in good standing
15+ years of litigation and trial experience
(personal injury preferred)
Several 1st-chair trials to verdict
with proven results
Ability to manage and supervise
50+ active litigation files
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Excellent oral advocacy, legal writing, and research skills
Advanced knowledge of civil procedure, evidence, and California PI law
Proficiency with Litify, Filevine, CasePeer, or comparable systems
Strong technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and legal tools)
Exceptional time management, organization, and professional communication
Team-oriented attitude with ability to collaborate across departments
Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed individual, department, and firm performance goals
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Trial Performance
Try
5+ cases to verdict
annually
Effectively prepare clients and witnesses
Case Management
Manage a docket of
50+ active litigation cases
Ensure timely progress through discovery, motions, and trial phases
Litigation Outcomes
Achieve verdicts and settlements aligned with firm benchmarks
Maximize client recoveries through strategic advocacy
Leadership
Mentor and support Associate Trial Attorneys and litigation team
Lead team meetings and maintain collaboration
Client Relations
Maintain
90%+ positive client satisfaction
Communicate proactively and manage expectations
Pleadings & Motions
Draft and review filings with accuracy, clarity, and timeliness
Discovery
Oversee all phases of discovery
Maintain compliance with deadlines and rules
Settlement & Mediation
Conduct effective negotiations
Achieve settlements consistent with firm goals
Reporting & Performance
Submit accurate quarterly fee reports on time
Meet individual and department KPIs
Professional Conduct
Uphold firm values, ethics, and high professional standards
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries: Insurance
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