Senior Defense Attorney — Remote, High-Exposure Litigation

Kjar McKenna & Stockalper LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Unlimited paid time off

Flexible work environment with hybrid

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper, LLP is seeking experienced litigation attorneys to join our defense practice. This remote position is based in El Segundo, CA, with on-site meetings and training as needed.

We defend healthcare systems, hospitals, public entities and other institutional clients in high-exposure matters, offering growth toward partnership and meaningful courtroom exposure. We provide competitive compensation based on experience, bonuses, 401(k), health benefits, and a flexible, hybrid

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar membership required.
• Senior Associate with 6+ years of attorney experience.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written advocacy.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Develop case strategy in collaboration with partners and senior attorneys.
• Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Evaluate liability, damages, and litigation risk.
• Maintain accurate billing and case management records.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff as appropriate.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Independent case management

Time management

Education

Active California State Bar member

6+ years attorney experience

Job description

Kjar, McKenna & Stockalper, LLP is seeking experienced litigation attorneys to join our defense practice. This remote position is based in El Segundo, CA, with on-site meetings and training as needed.

We defend healthcare systems, hospitals, public entities and other institutional clients in high-exposure matters, offering growth toward partnership and meaningful courtroom exposure. We provide competitive compensation based on experience, bonuses, 401(k), health benefits, and a flexible, hybrid