Senior Trial Attorney – Personal Injury Litigation

Orion Placement; Santa Ana (CA); Híbrido; USD 225.000 - 275.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Confidential Employer in California seeks a Senior Trial Attorney to lead complex personal injury and civil litigation, serving as first-chair trial counsel with significant jury trial responsibility.

With 13+ years of practice and active CA Bar membership, you will develop trial strategies, manage depositions and motions, and advise clients on risk and resolution while collaborating with a skilled team in a hybrid Santa Ana setting.

Formación

• California bar in good standing.
• 13+ years as a practicing California attorney.
• First-chair experience in five jury trials.
• Direct personal injury jury trial experience.
• Strong trial advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills.
• Ability to lead significant cases independently while collaborating with others.
• Experience in personal injury defense or complex liability matters is valued.

Responsabilidades

• Lead complex personal injury and civil litigation cases through trial and verdict.
• Serve as first-chair trial counsel, directing courtroom strategy, witness examinations, and jury presentations.
• Develop effective litigation strategies for challenging, high-exposure matters.
• Manage depositions, discovery, motions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Advise clients on case strategy, litigation risks, and potential resolutions.
• Work closely with fellow attorneys to deliver exceptional legal representation.
• Share your courtroom knowledge and help strengthen our team's trial capabilities.

Conocimientos

Trial advocacy

Negotiation

Case management

Litigation strategy

First-chair jury trials

Independent leadership

Team collaboration

Descripción del empleo

Pay:

$225,000.00 - $275,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take the lead on significant, high-stakes litigation and make a real impact in the courtroom.
• Handle complex personal injury and civil litigation matters with meaningful first-chair trial responsibility.
• Enjoy the autonomy to develop case strategies, lead jury trials, and advocate for clients from start to finish.
• Collaborate with a talented team of litigators who value courtroom excellence, creative thinking, and teamwork.
• Build on your successful trial career with opportunities for professional leadership and long-term growth.

Location:

Santa Ana, CA | Hybrid. Join our collaborative Southern California litigation team, with a hybrid work arrangement that supports both courtroom responsibilities and team collaboration.

Note:

This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced California trial attorney with 13+ years of legal practice, at least five jury trials as first-chair counsel, and direct personal injury jury trial experience. Strong courtroom advocacy and the ability to independently lead significant cases are essential.

About Us

Confidential Employer.We are an established civil litigation law firm representing businesses, insurers, and other clients in complex legal matters. Our team is known for practical strategies, strong advocacy, and personalized client service. We combine the sophistication of a broad litigation practice with a collaborative environment where experienced attorneys can make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

• Lead complex personal injury and civil litigation cases through trial and verdict.
• Serve as first-chair trial counsel, directing courtroom strategy, witness examinations, and jury presentations.
• Develop effective litigation strategies for challenging, high-exposure matters.
• Manage depositions, discovery, motions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Advise clients on case strategy, litigation risks, and potential resolutions.
• Work closely with fellow attorneys to deliver exceptional legal representation.
• Share your courtroom knowledge and help strengthen our team's trial capabilities.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience practicing law in California.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• First-chair counsel experience in at least five jury trials.
• Direct experience trying personal injury cases before a jury.
• Strong trial advocacy, negotiation, case management, and litigation strategy skills.
• Ability to independently lead significant cases while working collaboratively with other attorneys.
• Experience with personal injury defense, insurance defense, or complex liability litigation is especially valuable.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe experienced trial attorneys do their best work when they have the trust, resources, and support to succeed. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful cases, work alongside accomplished litigators, and contribute to a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and results.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance