Pay: $130,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year
Job description:
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a well-established litigation practice with deep roots in Orange County and a strong reputation for high-quality representation
- Handle meaningful personal injury defense matters while working alongside experienced litigators across a broader civil litigation platform
- Gain exposure to sophisticated clients, strong case responsibility, and a team that values smart strategy, responsiveness, and efficient case management
- Build your practice in an environment that combines quality work with a more practical, client-focused approach than many larger firms
- Step into a role with real long-term upside for attorneys who want to grow, contribute, and make an impact
Location: This role is based in Santa Ana, California. We strongly prefer on-site collaboration, though we may consider hybrid or remote flexibility for more senior candidates.
Note: Candidates must have at least 3 years of personal injury defense experience and be licensed to practice law in California.
About Us
We are a respected litigation firm with a long-standing presence in Orange County and a broad civil litigation practice. Confidential Employer. Our team is known for creative advocacy, personalized service, and efficient case management, and we represent a diverse client base that includes businesses, insurers, and individuals in complex and everyday litigation matters.
Job Description
- Defend personal injury matters from intake through resolution
- Manage case strategy, discovery, law and motion, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents
- Conduct legal research and develop practical, client-focused recommendations
- Communicate directly with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses
- Evaluate liability, damages, and exposure and help drive resolution strategy
- Appear in court, at depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings
- Collaborate with a team of experienced litigators across related practice areas as needed
Qualifications
- 3+ years of personal injury defense experience
- Active California Bar license in good standing
- Strong litigation, writing, and case management skills
- Experience handling discovery, depositions, motions, and mediations
- Trial preparation experience strongly preferred
- Able to work independently while also collaborating well with a team
- Strong client communication and practical judgment
JPC-758
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance