Litigation Attorney

Pay: $180,000.00 - $225,000.00 per yearWhy This Is a Great OpportunityJoin a respected boutique litigation and trial team known for handling sophisticated professional liability and business litigation mattersWork directly on complex, high-stakes cases involving attorneys, accountants, insurance professionals, financial institutions, architects, engineers, and other professionalsTake ownership of meaningful litigation work, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, motions, client communication, trial preparation, and trial participationBuild your career alongside highly experienced attorneys who are recognized leaders in professional responsibility and liability defenseEnjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment with strong mentorship, excellent case exposure, and performance-based bonus potentialLocationThis is a hybrid role with flexibility to work from either our Downtown Los Angeles or Brentwood office. We prefer candidates who are able to work in office regularly, while still offering flexibility for the right fit.NoteCandidates must be admitted to practice in California and should have 6+ years of California litigation experience, ideally including business litigation, professional liability, legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, or other sophisticated civil litigation matters.About UsWe are a boutique litigation and trial firm focused on professional liability, law firm defense, and complex business litigation. Our team represents attorneys, insurance agents and brokers, financial institutions, accountants, architects, engineers, and other professionals in high-stakes matters from pre-claim investigation through trial, arbitration, and appeal. Confidential Employer.Job DescriptionManage a sophisticated litigation caseload from inception through resolutionHandle professional liability, malpractice, business litigation, and related civil defense mattersCommunicate directly with clients, provide strategic guidance, and prepare status reportsDraft pleadings, motions, dispositive motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documentsConduct legal research and develop case strategyPropound and respond to written discoveryTake and defend depositionsMake court appearances in California state and federal courtsPrepare matters for trial, arbitration, mediation, and resolutionParticipate in trials as second chair when appropriateWork closely with partners and team members on complex, high-value litigation mattersQualificationsJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law schoolActive California Bar admission6+ years of California litigation experienceBusiness litigation experience requiredProfessional liability, legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, or similar defense experience preferredStrong experience with discovery, depositions, law and motion, and independent case handlingExperience drafting and arguing dispositive motions preferredState and federal court experience preferredTrial preparation or trial experience preferredExcellent writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skillsStrong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines independentlyProficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Westlaw, and related legal technologyWhy You Will Love Working HereYou will work on sophisticated matters without getting lost in a large-firm hierarchyYou will have direct access to experienced trial attorneys and respected leaders in the fieldYou will handle meaningful litigation responsibilities and develop as a well-rounded advocateYou will join a growing, collaborative team that values high-quality work, professionalism, and teamworkYou will have strong long-term career development potential in a respected boutique litigation practiceYou will receive a competitive total rewards package, including discretionary performance-based bonus potentialJPC-1108Benefits:Dental insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insurance