Litigation Attorney – General Liability & Trucking Defense

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood and Boyer, P.A. • Glendale, CA

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About The Position

At Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), success starts with people. As the nation’s largest minority & women-owned law firm, we are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys can thrive, grow, and lead. We are currently seeking an Attorney with 3-6 years of experience, handling General Liability litigation with a primary focus on trucking, cargo loss, auto accidents, and premises liability. This full-time position is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney looking to gain hands-on experience in high-exposure defense matters while working in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of litigation experience, with a focus on general liability, trucking, cargo loss, auto accidents, and premises liability.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong oral and written advocacy skills with experience in motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in CA and in good standing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), Westlaw, and time-billing software.

Nice To Haves

• Prior federal court litigation experience is highly preferred.
• Insurance coverage experience is a plus.
• Admission to federal court (or eligibility for admission) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case Strategy & Litigation Management: Handling all aspects of case development, strategy, and defense, including trucking, cargo loss, auto accident, and premises liability matters.
• Courtroom & Mediation Advocacy: Attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials in both state and federal courts.
• Legal Research & Writing: Drafting motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and legal memoranda to support case strategies.
• Discovery & Evidence Preparation: Conducting witness depositions, managing discovery, and coordinating with expert witnesses.
• Coverage & Risk Assessment: Bonus points if you have legitimate insurance coverage experience, including analyzing policy terms and litigating coverage disputes.
• Client Counseling & Litigation Risk Management: Advising clients on litigation risks, case strategy, and legal obligations while maintaining strong client relationships.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for your health and well-being.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Access to mentorship, structured training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Corporate discount programs, firm-sponsored networking events, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees