Job Title: Senior Trial Attorney
Salary Grade: $350,000+
Type: Exempt
Department: Litigation
Reports to: Principal
Work Modality: Onsite Fulltime
Job Summary
A Senior Trial Attorney will manage their trial team and collaborate with the principal in managing multiple cases. This role will be proficient in working with a wide range of experts and be able to harness cutting-edge technology and litigation support in preparation of cases. The focus areas are Strategy, Mediations, Trials, Depositions, Expert Communication, Motions, Research and Mentoring.
Core Responsibilities
Case management.
Supervising associates and legal staff.
First and second chair for jury trials.
Attending hearings in state and federal court.
Taking and defending depositions.
Attending mediations.
Working with expert witnesses.
Drafting law and motion.
Drafting all trial-related pleadings, including jury instructions, motions in limine and trial briefs.
Working closely in a team environment.
Strategic case planning.
Managing paralegals and support staff.
Legal research.
Drafting and responding to discovery.
Managing document production.
Drafting and responding to meet and confer letters.
Communicating with opposing counsel and clients.
Minimum Requirements
Education/Certifications
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
Active license to practice law and membership in the California Bar.
Experience
Minimum of 20 years of experience practicing law
15+ years of First Chair trial experience
15+ years of deposition and mediation experience
15+ years of experience writing briefs
Core Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and staff.
Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
A natural inclination toward teaching, coaching, or developing others in the legal field.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $350,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
Will you now, or in the future, require any form of sponsorship?
What area(s) of law do you have experience practicing in?
How many trials have you been First chair on?
What is your desired compensation?
Experience:
1st Chair Trial: 10 years (Required)
License/Certification:
California Bar license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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