Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

Corporate discounts

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney in Costa Mesa, CA. The role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and hands-on litigation experience with high-profile national clients.

You will independently manage diverse cases, collaborate with partners, and handle trial preparation, investigations, appearances, mediations, and depositions while delivering timely updates to clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• California bar admission required.
• 8+ years in defense litigation, preferably PI/LI/transportation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception to resolution.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial prep, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Client relationships

Interpersonal skills

Legal project mgmt

Education

JD, ABA-accredited

Job description

Job Overview

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney in Costa Mesa, CA. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and provides meaningful hands-on litigation experience with high-profile national clients.

Duties

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in California.
• 8+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in personal injury, general liability, catastrophic injury, or transportation.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued.
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Legal project management experience preferred.
• First chair trial experience a plus.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in California.

Skills

• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities.
• Legal project management experience preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Access to corporate discount programs.