Senior Litigation Attorney

Adams & Martin Group; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney with 5–15 years of experience to join our growing litigation team in California. The role focuses on managing cases from inception through resolution, defending clients in personal injury and product liability matters.

Responsibilities include handling all phases of litigation, drafting and arguing motions, conducting discovery, and trial preparation, while collaborating closely with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and the court.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of litigation experience.
• Experience defending personal injury and product liability matters.
• Strong case management skills; capable of independently handling a caseload.
• Trial experience, including first-chair or second-chair preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Defend clients in personal injury and product liability lawsuits.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide practical legal advice to clients.
• Draft and argue motions, manage complex discovery, and take and defend depositions.
• Work closely with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial work.

Skills

Litigation experience

Personal injury defense

Product liability defense

Case management

Trial experience

Communication skills

California Bar license

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

Our firm is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney with 5-15 years of experience to join our growing litigation team. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys managing cases from inception through resolution and is interested in defending clients in personal injury and product liability matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Defend clients in personal injury and product liability lawsuits.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide practical legal advice to clients.
• Draft and argue motions, manage complex discovery, and take and defend depositions.
• Work closely with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial work.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of litigation experience.
• Experience defending personal injury and product liability matters.
• Strong case management skills with the ability to independently handle a litigation caseload.
• Trial experience, including first-chair or second-chair experience, is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.

Why Join Us

In addition to our personal injury and product liability defense practice, our firm maintains thriving landlord-tenant, insurance, and general business litigation practices, providing attorneys with a diverse and engaging caseload.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Positive work/life balance philosophy
• Supportive and collegial work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.