Senior Counsel - Personal Injury
About The Position
Pettit Kohn is seeking a senior litigation attorney to represent a wide variety of clients in tort liability disputes at a well-respected, fast-paced, AV-rated defense law firm. The role requires 7+ years of relevant legal experience and experience across all aspects of litigation, including investigation, research, analysis, discovery, and motions. The attorney will take percipient, party, and expert depositions and represent clients in mediations and court hearings. Excellent research and writing skills are required. The position is based in Los Angeles, California, with hybrid, onsite, or remote options available. The attorney must be licensed to practice law in California and work a Pacific Standard Time schedule. The salary range is $180,000 to $280,000, commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar.
- At least 7 years of relevant legal experience.
- Experience across all aspects of litigation, including investigation, research, analysis, discovery, and motions.
- Experience taking percipient, party, and expert depositions and representing clients in mediations and court hearings.
- Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.
- Must work a Pacific Standard Time schedule.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients and manage litigated cases from pre-trial through post-trial.
- Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
- Take a leading role in depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Collaborate closely with senior attorneys to prepare for trials.
- Provide clients with clear, strategic advice.
Benefits
- Bonus opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- 100% company-paid health and dental insurance premiums.
- Student loan debt payment up to $5,250 annually, effective 1/1/2027.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Pet insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- On-site gym facilities.
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.
- Supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
