Quick overview
Job description
About the Role
Join a team-based civil defense practice handling premises liability matters for corporate clients. You will manage cases across the litigation lifecycle, work closely with lead attorneys, and gain meaningful client and deposition experience.
What You'll Do
Take and defend depositions, attend court hearings, and participate in site inspections.
Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admission.
Manage cases from initial evaluation through discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and resolution.
Develop case strategies, including pleadings and motions such as demurrers and motions for summary judgment.
Communicate with clients and carriers, prepare status reports, and provide case evaluations.
What We're Looking For
5 to 15 years of civil litigation defense experience, including premises liability matters such as slip-and-fall claims.
Experience at a defense firm handling corporate premises claims and managing cases independently.
Substantial deposition experience, including taking and defending 20 or more depositions.
Strong written discovery and law and motion experience, as well as trial preparation skills.
Ability to meet an annual billable-hour target of approximately 1,920 hours.
Juris Doctor degree and active California State Bar membership in good standing.
Experience using Zoom and Outlook.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary range: $135,000 to $185,000 annually. Employer visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
Hybrid role based in Los Angeles, California, with remote flexibility. Candidates based in or willing to work from Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Diego, are considered.