Trial Attorney

Teksky LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Teksky LLC seeks an experienced Trial Attorney to join our California legal team, focusing on medical malpractice or civil litigation. The candidate will manage cases from inception through trial or arbitration, with strong courtroom advocacy and leadership responsibilities.

Key duties include leading trial preparation, defending healthcare clients, and mentoring junior staff while coordinating with claims specialists to develop effective defense strategies.

Qualifications

• Requires Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Experience in medical malpractice or civil litigation is essential.
• Ability to lead legal teams and manage complex matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Represent physicians, hospitals, and healthcare entities in medical malpractice litigation.
• Lead trial preparation, trials, and arbitrations, acting as second chair when needed.
• Develop discovery, investigation, and litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, respond to discovery requests, and handle court appearances.
• Collaborate with claims specialists to develop cost-effective defense strategies.
• Provide timely case updates and maintain client relationships.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate legal staff throughout case preparation and litigation.
• Ensure compliance with defense guidelines and maintain high standards of client service.

Skills

Trial advocacy

Arbitration

Negotiation

Leadership

Client relations

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join a well-established legal team in California. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical malpractice or civil litigation, excellent courtroom advocacy skills, and the ability to manage cases from inception through trial or arbitration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare entities in medical malpractice litigation.
• Lead trial preparation, trials, and arbitrations, while assisting as second chair when needed.
• Develop effective discovery, investigation, and litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, respond to discovery requests, and handle court appearances.
• Collaborate with claims specialists to develop cost-effective defense strategies.
• Provide timely case updates and maintain strong client relationships.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate legal staff throughout case preparation and litigation.
• Ensure compliance with defense guidelines and maintain high standards of client service.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in medical malpractice or civil litigation.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• Strong trial, arbitration, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to lead legal teams and manage complex litigation matters independently.
• Excellent communication, case management, and client relationship skills.