Transportation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and growth opportunities

Generous paid time off & holidays

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is assisting a Los Angeles area law firm seeking a Transportation Attorney. You will handle matters at the intersection of general liability and personal injury in trucking cases, shaping strategies and advocating for clients.

The role requires a JD, strong transportation‑law experience, civil trial exposure, and proficiency with Westlaw and Filevine. Expect collaborative teamwork, deadlines, and high‑quality written work.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school is required.
• Experience in transportation law, general liability and personal injury is required.
• Civil trial experience; first chair experience preferred.
• Proficient in Westlaw and Filevine; strong research and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively promote the firm's capabilities to potential clients.
• Research complex transportation law issues.
• Draft and respond to discovery; prepare complaints, motions, and briefs.
• Collaborate with partners to develop litigation strategies.
• Prepare for lay and expert depositions; argue motions in court.

Skills

Strong research

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Trial experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

Filevine

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Transportation Attorney in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. This role involves shaping innovative legal strategies and advocating for clients in the dynamic intersection of general liability and personal injury within trucking cases.

Duties

• Actively participate in promoting the firm's capabilities and expertise to potential clients.
• Conduct thorough research on complex legal issues related to transportation law.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, ensuring comprehensive case understanding.
• Prepare legal documents such as complaints, motions, and briefs.
• Collaborate with partners to develop and implement litigation strategies.
• Work closely with experts to present case‑specific details.
• Argue motions in court, demonstrating legal acumen and persuasive skills.
• Prepare for and conduct lay and expert depositions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Proven experience in transportation law, general liability, and personal injury.
• Experience in depositions, court appearances, mediations, and drafting motions.
• Familiarity with Westlaw and Filevine.
• Civil trial experience, with first chair experience preferred.
• Energetic, positive attitude, and commitment to excellent work products.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach to case preparation and management.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Great company culture with a focus on growth and development.
• Generous paid holidays, sick leave, and Flexible Time Off.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan for financial security.