Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles, California. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and provides meaningful hands-on litigation experience with high-profile national clients.

Duties

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in California.
• 8+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in personal injury, general liability, catastrophic injury, or transportation.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued.
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Legal project management experience preferred.
• First chair trial experience a plus.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in California.

Skills

• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities.
• Legal project management experience preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Access to corporate discount programs.

This firm is a large, full-service firm with offices in major cities in the United States, as well as in London, with affiliates in Paris, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt, Munich, and Wiesbaden. Originally, this firm specialized in insurance law, and they still maintain a preeminent position with regard to all aspects of insurance law and the insurance industry. Recently, though, the firm has expanded its practice areas substantially. Many of the firms attorneys are recognized as experts in their respective areas. Compensation is on the level you would expect with a firm of this caliber and experience.