Personal Injury Law & Motion Attorney

Wilshire Law Firm•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Wilshire Law Firm is seeking a Law & Motion Attorney for its Personal Injury Litigation department. The attorney will draft and oppose motions to support clients and help achieve strong outcomes in wrongful death, traumatic brain injury, catastrophic injury, and major orthopedic cases. The role involves collaborating with trial attorneys on case strategy and motions in limine, arguing motions before judges, researching legal issues, meeting and conferring with defense counsel, and discussing case strategy with experts. The firm describes itself as a collaborative, client-focused practice committed to Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Requirements

Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
Superior writing skills.
Ability to quickly identify relevant legal authority.
Proficiency with the Code of Civil Procedure and Evidence Code.
Superior analytical and legal research skills.
Ability to identify key facts from discovery, deposition transcripts, and other records and apply them to relevant case law.
Proven track record of successfully supporting and opposing dispositive motions.
Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to reliably commute to or plan to relocate to Los Angeles, CA (90010).

Responsibilities

Draft and oppose motions ranging from simple ex parte applications to complex motions for summary judgment.
Work with trial attorneys on motions in limine.
Argue motions and oppositions before judges.
Work with trial attorneys on case strategy.
Research and write on emerging legal issues and issues without clear authority.
Meet and confer with defense counsel.
Discuss case strategy with experts.