Senior Litigation Attorney - Wildfires

Jobot; San Diego (CA); Vor Ort; USD 175.000 - 225.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

100% employer-paid health, dental, and

vision insurance for employees and

life insurance $50,000

401(k) plan with 6% match

Parental leave

Dependant care reimbursement

FSAs

Commuter reimbursement

Home office reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Grubhub lunch credit

Zusammenfassung

Jobot in San Diego seeks a driven Senior Litigation Attorney to join our Wildfire Litigation team, focusing on civil litigation involving human-caused fires. The ideal candidate will bring strong trial skills, extensive deposition and motion practice, and a commitment to serving impacted communities.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment on meaningful cases, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. California Bar admission is required.

Qualifikationen

• JD from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 7+ years civil litigation experience (wildfire/mass tort/environmental a plus).
• Strong litigation skills including deposition and motion practice.

Aufgaben

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Assist in developing legal strategies for wildfire and other complex litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Operate independently in trials, hearings, and settlements.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and execute strategy and maintain client communications.
• Maintain timely updates with clients on case developments.

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Deposition

Motion practice

Legal research

Legal writing

Trial experience

Client communication

Jobbeschreibung

Why join us?

My client fights for regular people who have been harmed by corporate greed and government overreach. We hold utility companies accountable for preventable wildfires. We sue corporate defendants whose products and actions hurt people. Fearless advocacy. That's how we win.

Benefits

At my client's firm, we value the hard work and dedication of our team, and we're proud to offer a benefits package that reflects that commitment. Our goal is to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance through a wide range of meaningful perks:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• $50,000 in life insurance provided at no cost
• 401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period
• Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering
• Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation
• Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk, $150 for a chair (one-time)
• $25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff
• Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development
• State bar and approved professional association dues covered
• $30 Grubhub lunch credit every first Friday of the month
• Community engagement support: matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time

Job Details

Urgently hiring Senior Litigation Attorney - Wildfires

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kendall Kaing

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 per year

About the job

We are seeking a driven Senior Attorney to join our Wildfire Litigation team in San Diego. The ideal candidate will have a background in civil litigation. Previous Wildfire Litigation experience is desired but not required. This role will focus on investigating and litigating cases involving human caused fires of all sizes. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work on impactful cases within a collaborative team environment.

SALARY: $175,000- $225,000 annually

Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualifications for the role.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Assist in developing and executing legal strategies for wildfire and other complex litigation matters including investigating cause and working closely with experts throughout the litigation process.
• Conduct legal research and draft high-quality briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Possess the skill and experience to operate independently in trials, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Work closely and collaboratively with all team members in developing strategy, executing strategy, and delivering excellent client service.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and ensure timely updates on case developments.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 7+ years of civil litigation experience (experience in wildfire, mass tort, or environmental litigation is a plus).
• Strong litigation skills, including deposition and motion practice experience.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to client advocacy and teamwork.
• Commitment to client service and achieving meaningful results for impacted communities.

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 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.