Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match (4%)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Continuing education support

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a litigation attorney in Irvine, CA, hybrid work arrangement, with a California Bar license and 2+ years of civil litigation experience. You will draft pleadings, handle motions, take depositions, and work with experts to develop case strategies.

Join a plaintiffs-focused firm dedicated to serious injury cases, with a strong benefits package and opportunities for growth. Prior deposition exposure and trial readiness are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience; plaintiff-side experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience taking and defending depositions.
• California state court law and motion experience; federal court experience is a plus.
• Strong legal writing, research, oral advocacy, and case management skills.
• Ability to review and understand medical records and injury-related evidence.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines independently.
• Personal injury, medical malpractice, general liability, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, or traumatic brain injury experience is preferred.
• Trial experience, including first or second chair, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft complaints, demand letters, written discovery, and discovery responses for plaintiff-side personal injury, elder abuse, and employment matters.
• Handle law and motion matters from drafting and opposing through arguing motions in California state and federal court.
• Take depositions of defendants, treating physicians, and retained experts.
• Defend plaintiff depositions and prepare clients thoroughly for testimony.
• Prepare lay witnesses, treating providers, and experts for depositions and trial.
• Collaborate with medical, biomechanical, economic, life care planning, and accident reconstruction experts to develop case theories and damages.
• Review medical records, imaging, and provider reports to evaluate causation, mechanism of injury, and damages.
• Develop litigation strategy with senior attorneys and execute case plans independently.
• Attend hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal team members.
• Independently manage a serious-injury caseload while maintaining strong organization and responsiveness.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Case management

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

California Bar license (active)

Job description

• Take meaningful ownership of serious personal injury and complex civil litigation matters.
• Build hands-on experience with depositions, motions, experts, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Work directly with experienced litigators while developing your own case strategy and courtroom skills.
• Gain exposure to high-value, expert-heavy cases involving serious and catastrophic injuries.
• Enjoy a strong benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and continuing education support.
• Join a collaborative, growth-focused team where your work directly impacts clients and their families.

Location: Irvine, California - Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule while collaborating closely with an experienced litigation team.

Note: Must have an active California Bar license in good standing, a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, and 2+ years of civil litigation experience with hands-on deposition and California law and motion experience.

About Us

We are a respected plaintiffs-focused litigation firm dedicated to achieving meaningful results for seriously injured clients and their families. Our attorneys handle complex cases with a combination of strategic advocacy, compassion, and hands-on litigation experience. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft complaints, demand letters, written discovery, and discovery responses for plaintiff-side personal injury, elder abuse, and employment matters.
• Handle law and motion matters from drafting and opposing through arguing motions in California state and federal court.
• Take depositions of defendants, treating physicians, and retained experts.
• Defend plaintiff depositions and prepare clients thoroughly for testimony.
• Prepare lay witnesses, treating providers, and experts for depositions and trial.
• Collaborate directly with medical, biomechanical, economic, life care planning, and accident reconstruction experts to develop case theories and damages.
• Review medical records, imaging, and provider reports to evaluate causation, mechanism of injury, and damages.
• Develop litigation strategy with senior attorneys and execute case plans independently.
• Attend hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal team members.
• Independently manage a serious-injury caseload while maintaining strong organization and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience; plaintiff-side experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience taking and defending depositions.
• California state court law and motion experience; federal court experience is a plus.
• Strong legal writing, research, oral advocacy, and case management skills.
• Ability to review and understand medical records and injury-related evidence.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines independently.
• Personal injury, medical malpractice, general liability, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, or traumatic brain injury experience is preferred.
• Trial experience, including first or second chair, is preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have meaningful responsibility from day one while building the skills that can take your litigation career to the next level. Our team values mentorship, collaboration, independence, and high-quality advocacy, giving you the opportunity to work on serious cases while learning from experienced litigators. We also invest in your development through continuing education, team events, and a benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.