Senior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to join their team in Santa Barbara, CA. This position is ideal for a motivated attorney with 12 years of litigation experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, healthcare-focused practice. Prior healthcare or pharmacy experience is a plus.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, and settlement discussions.
• Manage deadlines, court filings, and case progression with minimal supervision.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, courts, and internal teams.
• Support regulatory and healthcare-related matters as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Barred in CA.
• 12 years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, research, and organizational skills.
• Litigation experience within a healthcare setting is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in CA.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Effective communication with clients and courts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) matching.

With over two decades of legal experience, this firm specializes in practice areas of sexual abuse, public entity, personal injury, intellectual property, employment, class action, business litigation, and appellate. Representing hundreds of clients, this firm has obtained the largest abuse settlements in the history of the United States. The firm guarantees to provide personal attention to every client. The highly experienced attorneys develop a strategic plan using creative approaches and solutions for clients' needs and goals. This firm has been recognized by numerous prestigious organizations and has been AV-rated for professional excellence.