Senior Personal Injury Attorney
JBA•Los Angeles, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Boutique personal injury law firm in Encino is looking for an experienced litigation attorney to manage the litigation department. This role involves managing litigated cases from complaint to settlement/trial, drafting legal documents, preparing for and attending court hearings and trials, negotiating settlements, attending mediations, and conducting depositions.
Requirements
- Admitted to practice law in California and in good standing with the State Bar
- 3+ years of litigation/trial experience
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
- Ability to take and defend depositions
- Experience with legal drafting and litigation procedures for discovery motions, motions for summary judgment and all trial motions
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously
- Must be proactive and goal oriented
Responsibilities
- Manage litigated cases from complaint to settlement/trial
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, oppositions, and briefs
- Prepare for and attend court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings
- Negotiate settlements
- Attend mediation
- Take and defend depositions (clients, defendants, experts)
- Communicate with clients and opposing counsel
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
