Experienced Trial Attorney - Civil Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced trial attorney in Los Angeles, CA, with a significant background in civil litigation. The ideal candidate will manage complex cases from inception through trial, focusing on defending automakers or large corporate clients. This role demands strong courtroom skills, exceptional legal writing, and the ability to handle high-volume, high-exposure cases in both California state and federal courts.

Duties

• Lead all phases of civil litigation, including strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial.
• Serve as lead or co-counsel in jury and bench trials involving product liability and related defense matters.
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client goals and risk tolerance.
• Supervise and mentor associates, paralegals, and support staff on case teams.
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and proactive case management.
• Stay current on developments in California and federal law impacting automakers and product liability defense.

Requirements

• 8+ years of litigation experience, with substantial first-chair or second-chair trial experience in civil cases.
• Background in defending automakers, manufacturers, or corporate clients strongly preferred.
• Experience in both California state and federal courts required.
• Superior oral advocacy, legal writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar, in good standing.

Skills

• Strong courtroom skills and exceptional legal writing.
• Ability to manage high-volume, high-exposure cases.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Professional development and continuing education support.

This law firm is a business trial and litigation firm that is both minority and female-owned. Its core practice areas are intellectual property, class action, and complex commercial issues. Attorneys at this firm are experts at litigation, trial, and arbitration in all the abovementioned fields; thus, they represent clients ranging from entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies. To maintain such high standards, the firm only recruits top talent from premier universities such as Harvard, Yale, and Columbia, offering attractive pay packages and other perks. This firm has built a strong reputation for winning by coupling high-end work with competitive pricing. Billing rates at this firm are 30-40 percent lower than other firms in its bracket. Despite this, the firm routinely wins more cases than firms many times its size, enhancing its reputation as a leader in its practice areas.