Job Description
Description:
West Coast Trial Lawyers is a top-ranked personal injury firm located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. With over $1.6 billion recovered for our clients, our attorneys bring elite experience from Harvard Law and some of California’s largest firms. We handle every case in-house, no outsourcing, no handoffs ensuring our clients receive hands-on, results-driven representation from start to finish. Known for our aggressive litigation approach and client-first philosophy, we fight for justice in complex, high-stakes cases.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic litigation team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience litigating personal injury matters in California and will be comfortable taking full ownership of cases from intake through trial or resolution.
Responsibilities:
Skillfully defending and conducting depositions as part of case development and discovery strategy
Taking full ownership of individual cases, managing all aspects from intake through resolution or trial
Preparing comprehensive trial materials and actively participating in trial proceedings
Representing clients in court with confidence during hearings, motions, and other legal proceedings
Drafting high-quality law and motion documents to support litigation strategy and case positioning
Conducting thorough legal research and producing well-reasoned legal memoranda and briefs
Composing clear, professional correspondence to clients, counsel, experts, and the court
Analyzing, summarizing, and propounding discovery requests and responses with precision and strategy
Drafting detailed and effective notices and objections in alignment with case objectives
Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular, professional communication
Conducting and defending expert witness depositions with deep subject-matter understanding and tactical insight
Requirements:
Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of California
Minimum of 5 years of experience litigating personal injury cases in California
Proven track record in conducting and defending expert and lay witness depositions
Demonstrated trial experience, including first- or second-chair participation in jury or bench trials
In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Excellent time management and organizational abilities
Results-driven mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
Salary: From $180,000.00 annually + commission and bonuses
West Coast Trial Lawyers offers health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a health savings account (HSA), a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
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