Senior Trial Attorney | Strategic Litigation Leader
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Employment type: Full-time
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Job function: Legal
Industries: Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration
Base pay range: $300,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr
Why Join Us
- A respectful and collaborative team culture
- Competitive salary and benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid parking)
- Advanced technology and process‑driven case management
- Meaningful trial experience with significant client impact
- Career growth and leadership opportunities within a supportive environment
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategy, development, and execution of complex litigation cases from intake through verdict.
- Serve as lead counsel on high‑exposure personal injury and elder abuse trials.
- Supervise and mentor associate attorneys and litigation team members.
- Oversee discovery, depositions, expert preparation, and trial readiness.
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.
- Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
- Develop litigation strategies aligned with firm goals.
- Provide exceptional communication and service to clients throughout case progression.
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and firm‑wide initiatives.
- Maintain accurate reporting of case progress, outcomes, and performance metrics.
Qualifications
- Active member of the State Bar of California, in good standing.
- Minimum 5+ years of litigation and trial experience, preferably in personal injury or elder abuse law.
- Demonstrated success in jury trials and strong courtroom advocacy skills.
- Proven ability to manage a large caseload efficiently (50+ active cases).
- Excellent legal writing, research, and negotiation abilities.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a collaborative approach.
- Advanced knowledge of California civil procedure and evidence rules.
- Proficiency in legal software and case management systems (Litify experience a plus).
- Professional, organized, and dependable with strong time‑management skills.
Performance expectations: Lead and successfully try a minimum of five cases per year; ensure consistent progress and communication across all active litigation files; achieve strong client satisfaction through responsiveness and effective results; maintain a high standard of professionalism; mentor associates and foster a positive learning culture.
Compensation
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus performance‑based incentives. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and paid parking.
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