Senior Civil Litigation Attorney (Low Billables)

Jobot; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Hybrid work

Performance bonus

Job summary

Jobot in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to join our boutique practice. You will independently manage a diverse caseload, develop strategic approaches, and handle depositions, motions, and case negotiations across California.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements, meaningful courtroom exposure, and direct client interaction within a collaborative team, with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license and good standing.
• 5-15 years of civil litigation experience.
• Ability to independently manage litigation files and deadlines.
• Strong deposition, discovery, motion practice, and case management skills.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational skills and sound professional judgment.
• Trial preparation and courtroom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload from assignment through resolution.
• Develop case strategy and work directly with clients and insurance representatives.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and other litigation-related filings.
• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and negotiations.
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, discovery management, and exhibit organization.
• Attend court appearances and hearings throughout California.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to efficiently move cases toward resolution.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, opposing counsel, and team members.

Skills

Deposition

Discovery

Motion practice

Case management

Advocacy

Organization

Trial preparation

Job description

Job Details

Boutique firm in Irvine!

Salary: $160,000 - $230,000 per year

A bit about us

Our boutique legal client in Irvine, CA represents businesses, property owners, nonprofit organizations, religious institutions, insurers, and other clients throughout California. They handle a diverse range of matters involving estate litigation, premises liability, general liability, business disputes, and other civil litigation matters.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) and retirement benefits.
• Meaningful litigation work with substantial autonomy.
• Direct client interaction and case responsibility.
• Opportunities to develop trial skills and courtroom experience.
• A collegial, supportive team environment.
• Long-term professional growth and advancement opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Independently manage a caseload from assignment through resolution.
• Develop case strategy and work directly with clients and insurance representatives.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and other litigation-related filings.
• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and negotiations.
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, discovery management, and exhibit organization.
• Attend court appearances and hearings throughout California.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to efficiently move cases toward resolution.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, opposing counsel, and team members.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license and good standing.
• 5-15 years of civil litigation experience.
• Ability to independently manage litigation files and deadlines.
• Strong deposition, discovery, motion practice, and case management skills.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational skills and sound professional judgment.
• Trial preparation and courtroom experience preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.