Senior Counsel - General Liability

Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC•San Diego, CA

22d•$180,000 - $280,000

About The Position

We are seeking a senior Litigation Attorney to represent a wide variety of clients in general liability matters, including auto, premises liability, and construction defect, as well as complex liability matters. The position is with a hard-working, fast-paced, AV-rated law firm. The successful candidate will have a self-starting work ethic and experience across all aspects of litigation, including investigation, research, analysis, discovery, and motions. Significant experience taking and defending depositions and representing clients in mediations and court hearings is required. Excellent research and writing skills are also required. The position is based in San Diego or Los Angeles, California, with hybrid, onsite, or remote options available. The attorney must be licensed to practice law in California and work on a Pacific Standard Time schedule.

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 in all aspects of litigation, including investigation, research, analysis, discovery, and motions.
Significant experience taking and defending 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 litigation 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.