Supervising Litigation Attorney

Strategic Legal Practices, APC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Parking

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Compensation: $190-220k

Job summary

Strategic Legal Practices, APC in Los Angeles seeks a Supervising Litigation Attorney to oversee a high-volume civil litigation docket and lead a multi-tier legal team, including associates, law clerks, paralegals, and staff.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of civil defense experience, strong leadership, and proven ability to supervise discovery motions, depositions, hearings, and client communications while upholding court rules and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active California license to practice law is required.
• Minimum 5 years of civil litigation experience, ideally with high-volume defense work.
• Experience supervising a large multi-role legal team and managing a big caseload.
• Experience with discovery motion practice, including motions to compel and terminating sanctions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a high-volume caseload of approximately 1,400 litigation matters.
• Manage and monitor case dockets to ensure deadlines are met.
• Prioritize case assignments based on urgency and staffing capacity.
• Supervise drafting and review of motions and discovery requests; ensure accuracy and strategy alignment.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of attorneys, law clerks, and paralegals; oversee client communications.

Skills

Leadership

Case management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Case management software

E-discovery tools

Email platforms

Job description

The Supervising Litigation Attorney oversees a high-volume litigation caseload and manages a multi-tiered legal team including associate attorneys, law clerks, legal assistants, and paralegals. This role requires strong organizational leadership, sound case strategy judgment, and the ability to manage competing deadlines across a large docket while maintaining quality control over discovery, motion practice, and client communication. The ideal candidate is a resilient, level-headed leader who can effectively manage strong personalities across the team and with opposing counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee a high-volume caseload of approximately 1,400 litigation matters
• Manage and monitor case dockets to ensure all deadlines, filings, and court dates are tracked and met
• Prioritize case assignments across the team based on urgency, complexity, and staffing capacity
• Identify at-risk cases (approaching deadlines, discovery disputes, escalations) and redirect resources as needed

Supervision of Legal Work Product

• Supervise the drafting and review of motions to compel and related discovery motions
• Supervise the drafting of requests and responses related to depositions and vehicle inspections
• Supervise the preparation and drafting of motions for terminating sanctions
• Review work product from attorneys, law clerks, legal assistants, and paralegals for accuracy, strategy alignment, and compliance with court rules before filing
• Ensure discovery disputes are escalated and resolved appropriately (meet-and-confer, motion practice, hearings)

Deposition & Hearing Oversight

• Supervise scheduling and coordination of depositions across the caseload
• Attend and/or oversee in-person and virtual hearings on a daily basis given the high-volume caseload
• Ensure attorneys are adequately prepared for depositions, hearings, and inspections

Case Strategy & Client Relations

• Develop and direct case strategy across the team's caseload, adjusting approach based on case posture, exposure, and client goals
• Handle escalated client calls, including sensitive or high-conflict situations requiring senior-level judgment
• Communicate case status, strategy, and risk assessments clearly to clients
• Serve as a point of contact for complex or contentious matters requiring direct partner/client-facing involvement

Communication & Team Leadership

• Communicate professionally and strategically with opposing counsel on case matters, scheduling, and disputes
• Manage day-to-day email communication across a high case volume with prompt, organized responses
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of attorneys, law clerks, legal assistants, and paralegals
• Navigate and de-escalate conflicts involving strong, assertive, or difficult personalities — both internally and with opposing counsel
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining accountability for outcomes across the team
• Conduct regular check-ins with team members to monitor workload, morale, and case progress

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities across a large docket
• Strong leadership and conflict-management skills, including the ability to work effectively with difficult or strong personalities
• Sound, decisive case strategy judgment under time pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence with opposing counsel
• Comfort with both in-person and virtual court appearances and hearings
• Proficiency with case management and docketing software, e-discovery tools, and email/communication platforms
• Composure and professionalism in high-pressure, high-conflict situations (escalated clients, contentious opposing counsel)

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• Minimum of 5 years of civil litigation experience, ideally including high-volume defense litigation (e.g., insurance defense, personal injury, or similar practice area)
• Demonstrated experience managing a large caseload and supervising a multi-role legal team
• Experience with discovery motion practice, including motions to compel and terminating sanctions
• Strong track record of managing depositions, hearings, and inspections at scale

Benefits

We're committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team through a robust and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with Employer Match - Plan for your future with confidence and company support
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Short-Term, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance - Financial protection for life's unexpected events
• Paid Parking - Convenient and covered, so you can focus on your day
• Generous Paid Time Off - Ample time to rest, recharge, and take care of personal matters
• Employee Referral Program - Earn rewards for introducing talented individuals to our team
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential resources for personal and professional support
• Employee Discount Program - Access to exclusive savings on a variety of products and services
• Compensation: $190-220k