Trial Attorney

Jobot; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary

Bonus

401k Match

Full Benefits

Growth Potential

Job summary

Jobot in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Trial Attorney to handle plaintiff cases alongside a Partner on a challenging docket involving personal injuries. The role is on-site and permanent with strong earning potential.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, is admitted to practice in CA, and has First or Second Chair experience in plaintiff litigation. Autonomy and strong support are provided to take cases to trial.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in CA.
• Experience as First or Second Chair in plaintiff litigation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, and trials
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to settle cases
• Provide counsel to clients regarding their legal rights and options
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files

Skills

First/Second Chair

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Trial Attorney

$150000 - $250000 per year | Santa Monica, CA | On-site | Permanent

Trial Attorney | $150,000 - $250,000 + bonus | First or Second Chair experience is essential

A bit about us:

As a plaintiff Trial Attorney with our firm, you would have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging cases. You will work alongside a talented Partner who deals with an exciting docket that includes a wide variety of complex cases involving personal injuries.

Why join us?

Autonomy over your cases and all the support you need when you choose to take a case to Trial.

AND:

• Base Salary
• Bonus
• 401k Match
• Full Benefits
• Growth Potential

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, and trials
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to settle cases
• Provide counsel to clients regarding their legal rights and options
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in CA
• Experience as First or Second Chair.
• Experience in plaintiff litigation, with a focus on personal injury, wrongful death, and fire litigation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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