Senior Litigation Attorney - Breach of Warranty Defense

Consilio LLC•Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Consilio is partnering with a national law firm expanding into California to hire an experienced litigation attorney to help establish and lead its first California office in the Greater Los Angeles area. The role focuses on automotive breach of warranty defense and combines active legal practice with local office and team leadership. It is a non-partnership-track position connected to a physical office and requires a regular in-office cadence. The attorney will manage a California automotive breach of warranty defense docket and initially lead two attorneys directly. The position will help shape the office’s culture, working practices, and future growth while translating firmwide standards into effective local practices. The successful candidate will bring strong litigation judgment, hands-on leadership, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under tight timeframes. The firm describes itself as offering sophisticated client work, a collaborative culture, and a practical approach to serving clients. The role provides the opportunity to build a new office while remaining actively engaged in litigation, supported by the resources, infrastructure, and client relationships of an established national firm.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
Significant experience defending automotive breach of warranty, Song-Beverly, Lemon Law, or closely related automotive consumer warranty matters.
Substantial California litigation experience, including ownership of case strategy and an active docket.
Demonstrated ability to lead attorneys and work effectively with paralegals and other professional staff.
Strong knowledge of California civil procedure, evidentiary standards, and litigation practices.
Excellent judgment, legal writing, oral advocacy, and client communication skills.
Ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines while maintaining composure and attention to detail.
Willingness to work from a Greater Los Angeles office on a regular cadence.

Nice To Haves

First-chair trial, arbitration, or significant hearing experience.
Experience managing a high-volume litigation portfolio.
Experience helping launch, grow, or lead a law firm office or legal team.
Established relationships in the automotive, manufacturing, insurance, or consumer warranty sectors.
A record of strengthening client relationships or contributing to practice growth.

Responsibilities

Manage an active docket of California automotive breach of warranty, Song-Beverly, Lemon Law, and related automotive warranty defense matters.
Lead matters from initial assessment through resolution or trial, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement strategy, and trial preparation.
Develop practical case strategies that balance legal risk, client objectives, cost, and timing.
Serve as a trusted day-to-day advisor to clients and maintain clear, responsive communication.
Oversee the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of work across the docket.
Coordinate engagement with national counsel and legal project management professionals.
Collaborate with attorneys and business professionals across the firm to support client needs.
Contribute to the continued growth of client relationships and the California practice.
Help establish the firm’s first California office and translate firmwide standards into effective local practices.
Provide direct leadership, supervision, and development to an initial team of two to six attorneys.
Partner with firm leadership and business professionals on staffing, workflow, technology, facilities, and other operational needs.
Build a respectful, collaborative environment where attorneys and professional staff are treated as valued partners.
Set clear expectations, address issues directly, and remain composed and solutions-oriented under pressure.
Support future recruiting and team development as the office and client base grow.
Act as a visible, hands-on leader willing to contribute wherever needed during the office’s early development.