Litigation Attorney - LA Office (3 yrs of experience)

Tressler LLP; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(K) retirement plan with company

Bar and professional association dues,

CLE support and professional training

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and firm holidays

Job summary

Tressler LLP in Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our LA office with 3 years of defense litigation experience. This role focuses on handling personal injury, premises, products liability and transportation defense in state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate will draft pleadings, manage discovery, motions, mediations, and trial preparation while collaborating with senior attorneys and clients to shape case strategy and achieve favorable outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3 years of civil litigation experience in state or federal court.
• Active California bar admission in good standing.
• Experience with trial preparation.
• Strong oral advocacy, deposition, case management, and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in civil litigation matters involving personal injury, property damage, construction, transportation, and product liability claims.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs.
• Manage all phases of litigation including evaluation, discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and trial prep.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, and arbitrations both remotely and in person.
• Communicate with clients, claim adjusters, experts, and witnesses for case updates and strategy.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop effective case strategies.

Skills

3 years of civil litigation

Oral advocacy

Deposition

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

California bar admission in good standing

Job description

Litigation Attorney - LA Office (3 yrs of experience)

Role Description

We are seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our Los Angeles, California office. Our dynamic Litigation Practice Group is known for its comprehensive approach to managing a wide range of complex defense litigation involving personal injury, wrongful death, premises, products liability and transportation.

The ideal candidate will have 3 years of litigation experience. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys and clients on the defense of personal injury litigation.

• Defend clients in civil litigation matters involving personal injury, property damage, construction, transportation, and product liability claims in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, oral arguments, mediations, and binding arbitration proceedings both remotely and in person.
• Communicate directly with clients, claim adjusters, experts, and witnesses to provide case updates and strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop effective case strategies.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3 years of civil litigation experience in either state or federal court.
• Active California bar admission required in good standing.
• Experience with trial preparation.
• Enjoy working collaboratively in a team setting with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Strong oral advocacy, deposition, case management, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating with attorneys, clients, and litigation teams.

What Sets This Role Apart:

• Early case ownership with meaningful client interaction and substantive litigation responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work on high-exposure defense litigation matters.
• Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and accessible leadership.
• Significant hands‑on experience in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitration proceedings.
• Clear path for long‑term professional growth and advancement within the firm.

Featured benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(K) retirement plan with company match
• Firm‑paid bar and professional association dues, with CLE support
• Professional development and associate training program
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and firm holidays

About Life at Tressler

Tressler LLP is an award‑winning law firm with ten offices located in six states - California, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Trusted for 40 years, our firm has significant depth and experience in the resolution of disputes through mediation, arbitration, litigation, and trials.