Senior Trial Attorney

Direct Counsel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation / Trial Attorney with over 7 years of experience, mainly in personal injury matters. The ideal candidate will draft legal documents, advise clients, and negotiate settlements. Applicants must be active members of the California State Bar and possess strong communication and analytical skills. Salary is competitive, ranging from $150,000 to $200,000 annually. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of litigation experience, particularly in personal injury matters.
• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Advise clients on case matters and communicate with opposing counsel.

Skills

Litigation experience

Personal injury knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational abilities

Education

California State Bar admission

Job description

A highly respected and well-established Los Angeles–based plaintiff-side law firm is seeking a Litigation / Trial Attorney to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, highly motivated attorney with a strong litigation background and a results-driven approach to advocacy.

This role is ideal for an attorney with 7+ years of litigation experience, particularly in personal injury matters, who is looking to take on substantive responsibility in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence
• Taking and defending depositions
• Advising clients on day-to-day case matters and communicating with opposing counsel
• Handling law and motion practice
• Drafting and managing discovery, including meet-and-confer efforts and related motions
• Reviewing and analyzing documents
• Attending court hearings as second chair
• Negotiating settlements and resolving legal disputes
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable legal standards and regulations
• Performing administrative and case management functions related to litigation matters

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of litigation experience, with strong personal injury experience
• Thorough knowledge of trial and litigation procedures
• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team of attorneys, paralegals, and case managers

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, the ability to prioritize competing demands, and the flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Salary commensurate with experience ($150,000–$200,000 annually)