Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Accident Coverage

401(k)

PTO and Holidays

Parking/Transit

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned litigation attorney for a national plaintiff firm in Oakland, CA. The role covers all phases of litigation, from filing to appeal, with substantial court appearances and client-facing responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold a JD and have at least 5 years of trial experience, with strong research and negotiation skills. A high-volume caseload and ability to work under pressure are required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed attorney in good standing with at least 5 years in litigation.
• Experience in trial, personal injury, asbestos, and legal research.
• Proficient in drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Excellent courtroom presence and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, from initiation through trial and appeal.
• Represent clients in court and make regular court appearances.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and stay updated on current laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and respond to discovery requests and other legal documents.
• Manage cases, including investigating claims, evaluating damages, and negotiating settlements.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and other team members to ensure efficient case management.
• Provide exceptional client service, including maintaining regular communication and updates on case progress.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Court Appearances

Caseload Management

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

Our client is a well known national plaintiff litigation firm. They are rapidly expanding with plans to grow each office.

Salary: $100,000 - $210,000 per year

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic AD&D
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Accident Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Paid Parking or Transit Pass
• A convivial work environment

Responsibilities

• Handling all aspects of litigation, from initiation through trial and appeal.
• Representing clients in court and making regular court appearances.
• Conducting comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and to stay updated on current laws and regulations.
• Drafting, reviewing, and responding to discovery requests and other legal documents.
• Managing cases, including investigating claims, evaluating damages, and negotiating settlements.
• Collaborating with paralegals, legal assistants, and other team members to ensure the efficient and effective management of cases.
• Providing exceptional client service, including maintaining regular communication and providing updates on case progress.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with at least 5 years of experience in litigation.
• Proven experience in trial, personal injury, asbestos, and legal research.
• Proficient in drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Exceptional courtroom presence with extensive experience making court appearances.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and to work under pressure.
• Outstanding negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

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