Trial Attorney

Knight Law Group LLP•Los Angeles, CA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Knight Law Group is hiring a seasoned first-chair trial attorney to lead jury trials and help set trial strategy across a high-volume, high-stakes plaintiff-side docket. This role is built for a lawyer who tries cases, can command a courtroom, and values a team that is resourced, prepared, and serious about winning. About Knight Law Group Knight Law Group is a distinguished California law firm that practices consumer rights protection and mass tort litigation. We have successfully represented thousands of clients in cases for automotive lemon law, dealer fraud, personal injury and product liability. Our on-site staff in our Los Angeles office provides services in nearly a dozen languages to serve a diverse array of consumers all across California. The combination of an all-star team, top experts and a wealth of resources has led to record verdicts, successful client outcomes and industry-leading settlements. Why This Role This role is built around trial work. Dedicated litigation teams handle day-to-day discovery execution so you can stay focused on trial preparation and courtroom leadership. You can expect: • First-chair ownership of jury trials, with second-chair support and a team built around execution • A firm that invests in experts, trial presentation, and preparation • Partnership with leadership on trial themes, positioning, and risk strategy • No requirement to originate business or carry a book • A generous bonus structure tied to meaningful performance outcomes

Requirements

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
California Bar license in good standing
Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, including multiple first-chair jury trials
Strong trial acumen and courtroom presence
Highly skilled in trial preparation, oral advocacy, and case strategy
Tech-savvy and comfortable operating in a paperless environment
Willingness to travel within California for trials, depositions, and court appearances

Nice To Haves

Spanish bilingual skills a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Serve as first chair in jury trials, including voir dire, openings, witness examinations, and closings
Take and defend depositions, including PMQs, senior corporate witnesses, and experts
Drive trial preparation end-to-end: motions in limine jury instructions, verdict forms, trial briefs exhibit/witness lists and trial binders evidentiary strategy and objections
Develop trial strategy in partnership with firm leadership and, when needed, appellate counsel
Prepare fact and expert witnesses and deliver direct/cross examinations with discipline and credibility
Coordinate trial readiness across the team and maintain tight case calendars
Maintain accurate time/activity records and status reporting to support forecasting, allocation, and (where applicable) fee applications