Senior Trial Attorney

*Job Title:* Senior Trial AttorneyDo you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.*Salary Grade:* $350,000+*Type:* Exempt*Department:* Litigation*Reports to:* Principal*Work Modality:* Onsite Fulltime*Job Summary*A Senior Trial Attorney will manage their trial team and collaborate with the principal in managing multiple cases. This role will be proficient in working with a wide range of experts and be able to harness cutting-edge technology and litigation support in preparation of cases. The focus areas are Strategy, Mediations, Trials, Depositions, Expert Communication, Motions, Research and Mentoring.*Core Responsibilities ** Case management.* Supervising associates and legal staff.* First and second chair for jury trials.* Attending hearings in state and federal court.* Taking and defending depositions.* Attending mediations.* Working with expert witnesses.* Drafting law and motion.* Drafting all trial-related pleadings, including jury instructions, motions in limine and trial briefs.* Working closely in a team environment.* Strategic case planning.* Managing paralegals and support staff.* Legal research.* Drafting and responding to discovery.* Managing document production.* Drafting and responding to meet and confer letters.* Communicating with opposing counsel and clients.Minimum Requirements*Education/Certifications ** J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school* Active license to practice law and membership in the California Bar.*Experience** Minimum of 20 years of experience practicing law* 15+ years of First Chair trial experience* 15+ years of deposition and mediation experience* 15+ years of experience writing briefs*Core Competencies** Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.* Strong attention to detail.* Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and staff.* Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision* A natural inclination toward teaching, coaching, or developing others in the legal field.* Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $350,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Holidays* Monday to Friday* Weekends as neededApplication Question(s):* Will you now, or in the future, require any form of sponsorship? * What area(s) of law do you have experience practicing in? * How many trials have you been First chair on? * What is your desired compensation? Experience:* 1st Chair Trial: 10 years (Required)License/Certification:* California Bar license (Required)Ability to Commute:* Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-09-19