Litigation Attorney

Turner Henningsen Wolf & VanDenburg, LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Gym membership

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

PTO

Job summary

Turner Henningsen Wolf & VanDenburg, LLP in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking an attorney with 4–7 years of civil litigation experience who is confident in the courtroom and strategic in motion practice. Consumer warranty defense is a plus but not required.

This role involves direct client interaction, managing cases from intake to resolution, and contributing to the firm’s workflow and efficiency initiatives. A strong emphasis on client service and collaboration pervades the team culture.

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar member in good standing.
• 4–7 years of civil litigation experience (consumer warranty defense a plus).
• Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience handling cases with minimal supervision and taking/defending depositions.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from intake through resolution.
• Draft, analyze, and argue motions, oppositions, and briefs.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, experts, and witnesses.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including meet-and-confers and motions.
• Lead settlement negotiations and participate in court hearings and hearings on motion practice.
• Assist with trial preparation, including pre-trial filings and strategy.
• Communicate regularly with clients about case status and strategy.
• Mentor junior attorneys and staff.

Skills

Civil litigation

California Bar

Courtroom experience

Depositions

Discovery

Motions & briefs

Negotiation

Trial prep

Legal writing

Job description

About Turner Henningsen Wolf & VanDenburg

We are a growing law firm specializing in consumer warranty and lemon law litigation defense. As our caseload expands, we are looking for a motivated attorney who is ready to step into a fast-moving practice with support, training, and clear opportunities for growth. Our team values collaboration, reliability, and excellent client service for our global automotive manufacturers.

Litigation Attorney

Location:

Downtown Los Angeles, flexible hybrid schedule

Job Type:

Full-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for an attorney with 4-7 years of civil litigation experience who is confident in the courtroom, strategic in motion practice, and comfortable handling cases with limited oversight. Experience in consumer warranty defense is a plus but not required.

This role involves direct client interaction, litigation strategy, case management from start to finish, and contributing to the firm’s broader workflow and efficiency initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from intake through resolution
• Draft, analyze, and argue motions, oppositions, and briefs
• Conduct and defend depositions (parties, experts, and third-party witnesses)
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including meet-and-confers and discovery motions
• Participate in and lead settlement negotiations
• Appear in court for hearings, law & motion, and case management
• Assist with trial preparation, including pre-trial filings and strategy
• Communicate regularly with clients about case status and strategy
• Provide support and informal mentorship to junior attorneys and staff

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar member in good standing
• 4-7 years of civil litigation experience (consumer warranty defense a plus)
• Federal court circuit experience a strong plus
• Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills
• Experience managing cases with minimal supervision
• Experience with taking and defending depositions
• Ability to develop and execute strategic litigation plans
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
• Team-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work
• Experience handling mediations

Benefits

• Salary starting at $165,000/year + (depending on experience)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401(K) up to 4% company matching, PTO
• Hybrid remote/in-office schedule
• In-office gym membership
• Business casual dress code
• Clear growth track and leadership opportunities

Our firm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We are dedicated to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ancestry, religious creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply and value the unique perspectives and experiences of a diverse workforce.

Note:

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement will become the property of Turner Henningsen Wolf and VanDenburg LLP, and no fees will be paid.