Litigation Attorney – Trial Team

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) up to 4% matching

PTO

Business casual dress code

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Turner Henningsen Wolf & VanDenburg in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking a mid-level Litigation Attorney to join the Trial Team. The role requires 4–7 years of civil litigation experience, courtroom confidence, and the ability to manage files with limited oversight.

This position offers a hybrid schedule in Los Angeles or remote options for candidates outside the area, direct client interaction, strategic litigation planning, and opportunities for growth and mentorship within a collaborative firm.

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 with demonstrated experience drafting and opposing motions.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic litigation plans.
• Experience handling all phases of litigation including discovery, depositions, law and motion, and trial preparation.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while meeting court deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience providing mentorship to junior attorneys and staff.

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.

Skills

Civil litigation

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Discovery management

Deposition handling

Client communication

Mentorship

Job description

We are a growing law firm specializing in consumer warranty litigation defense. As our caseload continues to expand, we are seeking a strong mid-level attorney who can independently manage files, drive strategy, and deliver high-quality results for our clients. We offer a collaborative environment, real growth opportunities, and a supportive team dedicated to excellence and professional development.

Litigation Attorney – Trial Team

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, flexible hybrid schedule or remote for candidates outside Los Angeles

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)
• Strong legal writing oral advocacy skills with demonstrated experience drafting and opposing motions in limine, ex parte applications, and discovery motions.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic litigation plans
• Experience handling all phases of litigation including written discovery, depositions, law and motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Experience preparing and managing trial documents including, trial briefs, jury instructions, verdict forms, exhibit lists, witness lists, trial subpoenas, trial binders, and other materials necessary for trial.
• Ability to effectively meet and confer with opposing counsel regarding discovery disputes, trial documents, expert depositions, and other litigation matters.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while meeting court deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience managing cases with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
• Team-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work
• Experience handling mediations
• Salary starting at $165,000/year + (depending on experience)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401(K) up to 4% company matching, PTO
• 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.