Deposition Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Deposition Attorney to join their team in San Jose, California. This remote role requires active membership in the California State Bar and involves managing a high-volume deposition schedule across the state. The attorney will work closely with the Trial Team to prepare trial-ready cases.

Duties

• Prepare detailed deposition outlines and examination plans for fact and expert witnesses.
• Take and defend depositions in lemon law, warranty, and consumer litigation matters.
• Coordinate logistics and exhibits for depositions, including working with court reporters and vendors.
• Draft and review deposition summaries, transcripts, and related pleadings.
• Collaborate with the Trial Team to develop trial themes and strategies.
• Conduct witness preparation sessions and assist in effective testimony presentation.
• Communicate directly with clients, experts, and third-party witnesses.
• Maintain accurate case notes and deposition calendars.
• Travel across California for in-person depositions and hearings as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience taking and defending depositions in civil litigation.
• Experience preparing deposition examination outlines and summaries.
• Ability to manage deposition logistics and work with remote technology platforms.
• Strong oral advocacy and witness examination skills.
• Excellent legal writing skills with examples of deposition-related work.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong command of California civil procedure and consumer warranty law.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Familiarity with deposition-related software and remote deposition technology.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discount program.
• Coverage of bar dues and CLEs.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

This law firm has offices in Los Angeles. The firm was founded less than a decade ago. The attorneys here practices in areas of law such as, Lemon Law for Vehicles, Defective Products, Personal Injury and more.