Remote Senior Civil Trial Attorney – First-Chair

Orion Placement; California; Remote; USD 200.000 - 250.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Confidential Employer in California is seeking an experienced civil litigation defense attorney to serve as first-chair trial counsel in high-stakes cases. This remote role requires leading trials and independently managing complex matters from inception through verdict, with travel for court appearances.

Candidates must be active California Bar members with 4+ years of civil litigation and proven trial results. Insurance defense and personal injury experience are a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Active membership in the California State Bar required.
• 4+ years civil litigation experience preferred; strong candidates with slightly less experience considered.
• Demonstrated first-chair trial experience with successful results required.
• Insurance defense, personal injury defense, or general liability experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel throughout California for trials and court appearances.
• Ability to independently manage cases and lead trial proceedings.

Aufgaben

• Serve as first-chair trial counsel in civil litigation matters, leading cases through verdict.
• Independently manage complex litigation cases from inception through resolution.
• Develop and execute effective trial strategies, including witness preparation and evidence presentation.
• Conduct depositions, manage discovery, and oversee pretrial proceedings.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and represent clients in court.
• Evaluate liability, damages, and litigation risks to develop practical defense strategies.
• Collaborate with clients and fellow attorneys to achieve favorable outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Trial advocacy

Courtroom experience

Independent case management

Travel willingness

Deposition practice

Client collaboration

Ausbildung

Active California Bar license

Jobbeschreibung

Confidential Employer in California is seeking an experienced civil litigation defense attorney to serve as first-chair trial counsel in high-stakes cases. This remote role requires leading trials and independently managing complex matters from inception through verdict, with travel for court appearances.

Candidates must be active California Bar members with 4+ years of civil litigation and proven trial results. Insurance defense and personal injury experience are a plus.