Litigation Attorney

A well-established legal firm that specializes in insurance defense, habitability cases, personal injury defense and premises liability is seeking a talented Litigation Attorney to join their team in Los Angeles, CA! They are looking for candidates with 2-5 years of litigation experience to work alongside partner attorneys with a primary focus on defense litigation.

You can look forward to a healthy work-life balance of a hybrid work arrangement, both billable hours and merit-based bonus structure, 100% medical coverage, unlimited PTO and so much more!

Pay Range: $120,000 - $160,000 DOE

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with 1-2 partner attorneys, offering support and specialized knowledge in litigation cases
• Efficiently manage a caseload ranging from 8 to 30 cases, ensuring comprehensive and effective handling
• Oversee all aspects of legal cases from their initiation through to resolution
• Engage with clients, providing them with updates and representation during court appearances
• Ensure prompt and regular reporting to clients regarding case progress and developments
• Perform in-depth legal research and analysis to develop strategic approaches to cases
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and appeals, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Work collaboratively with other members of the legal team on complex litigation matters
• Negotiate settlements, and actively participate in mediations and arbitrations to resolve disputes
• Maintain strict adherence to legal standards and regulations in all aspects of work
• Offer legal advice and counsel to clients, addressing a variety of legal issues and concerns
• Stay current with new laws, regulations, and legal precedents pertinent to the firm s areas of practice

Requirements:

• Possession of a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the California State Bar
• A minimum of 2 to 5 years of litigation experience, preferably in areas such as insurance defense, construction defects, residential landlord/tenant disputes, or dog bite cases
• Experience in criminal law, personal injury, premises liability, or habitability law is also considered valuable
• Strong trial experience, with a preference for candidates possessing expertise in this area.
• A background in legal defense work is highly desirable
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of responsibility
• Self-motivated and well-organized, with the ability to work efficiently without constant supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective client relationships

Benefits:

• Merit-based bonus structure + Billable hours incentive
• 100% covered medical and vision insurance
• Dental coverage
• Unlimited PTO
• 401K with 4% match
• 13 paid holidays
• Mentorship, career support and annual training
• Work-life balance
• Hybrid schedule

If you re a driven attorney who is passionate about defense litigation with expertise in insurance, personal injury or premises liability defense, apply now!

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