Litigation Attorney – Trial Team

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

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Turner Henningsen Wolf & VanDenburg, LLP is seeking a mid-level Litigation Attorney for its Trial Team in Downtown Los Angeles with a flexible hybrid schedule or remote option for candidates outside Los Angeles. The role requires 4–7 years of civil litigation experience, strong courtroom presence, and strategic insight to manage cases from intake to resolution.

The firm emphasizes collaboration, growth opportunities, and a supportive team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of civil litigation experience.
• Active California State Bar member in good standing.
• Federal court circuit experience is a strong plus.
• Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic litigation plans.
• Experience handling all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, and trial prep.
• Experience preparing and managing trial documents.
• Ability to meet and confer with opposing counsel regarding discovery disputes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented, mentorship-minded and capable of supporting junior attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from intake through resolution.
• Draft, analyze, and argue motions and briefs.
• Conduct and defend depositions (parties, experts, and third-party witnesses).
• Handle discovery, including meet-and-confer 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

Federal court experience

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Litigation strategy

Discovery

Trial preparation

Case management

Mediations

Time management

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)
• Federal court circuit experience a strong 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 & 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

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.