Senior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney with over seven years of litigation experience, including trial experience, for its Los Angeles, CA office. The role involves representing public agencies within the Litigation Department, addressing complex issues such as municipal code enforcement, water rights, and civil rights.

Duties

• Represent public agencies in litigation matters.
• Conduct bench and jury trials.
• Write and argue dispositive motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery.

Requirements

• Over seven years of litigation experience.
• Experience with bench or jury trials.
• California Bar membership.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Superior research and writing skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California Bar.

Skills

• Strong litigation skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues.
• Commitment to professional excellence.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Collegial and inclusive work culture.

The law office is based in Los Angeles. Additional offices are located in Orange County and San Francisco. The firm was founded in 1954. Sixty-seven knowledgeable attorneys are employed at the law practice. Areas of specialization include public and private sector law. A few of their practice areas are appellate, public agency-municipal law, public finance and public works.