Senior Trial Counsel
San Francisco, CA Direct-Hire $200000.00 - $275000.00 Hybrid

Job Description

A well-established international law firm is seeking an Attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience to join their team. The practice focuses on general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury matters, with opportunities to collaborate closely with a specialized Aviation practice group. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience taking and defending depositions, drafting and responding to discovery, preparing and arguing motions, and preparing pre-trial materials. The attorney must be proactive, highly organized, and possess strong research and writing skills. This role involves regular interaction with opposing counsel and clients in a professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters

  • Investigate claims and develop case strategies

  • Draft and respond to discovery requests

  • Review and analyze documents for production

  • Conduct legal research using Westlaw

  • Take and defend depositions

  • Draft pleadings and motions, and argue motions in court

  • Prepare pre-trial and trial documents

  • Prepare cases for mediation or trial, and participate in both

  • Communicate effectively with clients regarding case progress

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school

  • Admission to the California Bar

  • Significant experience in all aspects of civil litigation

  • Exceptional legal writing, communication, and advocacy skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism

  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple matters efficiently

  • Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues quickly

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Reference: JN -112024-381639