Trial & Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established and respected law firm is seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate or Of Counsel Attorney with at least seven years of litigation experience to join its Trial & Litigation Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes matters, including eminent domain cases, in a collaborative environment across multiple California offices. The position is ideal for attorneys with a passion for litigation strategy, constitutional law, and trial preparation.

Location:

• San Diego, CA

Duties:

• Handle complex litigation matters from inception through resolution

• Develop and execute litigation strategies, including nuanced constitutional and land use arguments

• Draft and argue dispositive and other law and motion matters in state and federal court

• Take and defend depositions; conduct witness interviews

• Assist in trial preparation, including developing evidence and trial strategy

• Collaborate across offices and practice groups in a team-oriented setting

• Represent public entities and private clients in high-profile disputes

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, including trial and law & motion practice

• Demonstrated success in complex case strategy and execution

• Experience with eminent domain and/or public entity representation (preferred)

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative legal team

• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and high-stakes matters

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar (required)

Skills:

• Outstanding legal research, analytical, and writing abilities

• Strong oral advocacy and presentation skills

• Experience building cases for trial, including fact development and legal argumentation

• Familiarity with both state and federal litigation procedures

• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses

• Competitive health insurance plans

• 401(k) retirement plan with partial match and profit-sharing

• Hybrid work flexibility with defined in-office collaboration days

• Reasonable billable hour requirement

• Equal Opportunity Employer with inclusive policies and practices

Formed in 1986, the firm has offices across California and specializes in more than 20 complex fields of law including crisis management, eminent domain, environmental law, climate change, workplace investigations, water law, transportation, and several other areas. For the past 30 years, the firm has grown throughout the state with more than 130 attorneys and staff. Attracting diversity to the firm, to the legal profession, and to the communities helps provide clients with the most effective and efficient legal services. Besides offering a competitive salary with a benefits plan that includes health, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick days, and retirement savings plans, the firm also promotes a working environment that encourages and supports integrity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment. Committed to supporting the communities, the firm partners with a wide range of organizations to meet the shared goal of making the world a better place for everyone and sponsors a broad range of activities with diverse bar associations, law student organizations, alumni associations, youth groups, and clients. This firm is well known in the legal community and has earned numerous awards and honors for professional achievements and activities.