Senior Attorney needed for Woodland Hills office

Job Overview:
A well-established civil litigation law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney to join its team in Woodland Hills, CA. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in civil litigation, particularly in insurance defense, and a strong track record of managing complex cases. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, where the candidate’s expertise will be valued in representing clients in high-stakes litigation matters.

Location:

• Woodland Hills, CA

Duties:

• Represent clients in civil litigation and insurance defense cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
• Analyze legal and factual issues and develop defense strategies.
• Conduct depositions, attend court hearings, and represent clients in trials and arbitrations.
• Provide legal advice and updates to clients and their representatives.
• Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring compliance with billing requirements and maintaining high productivity.
• Collaborate with colleagues and build professional relationships with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Strong expertise in insurance defense matters is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Advanced civil litigation skills, particularly in defense cases.
• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills.
• Effective communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Strong case management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a legal team.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package.

Focusing on business litigation, insurance defense, commercial general liability, construction defect, product liability, subrogation, and civil litigation, this California-based firm strives to deliver high-quality representation based on the extensive experience of a highly skilled team of lawyers. Continuously exceeding clients' expectations, the firm competently and efficiently brings matters to a successful conclusion. The firms' clients include insurance companies, airlines, trucking companies, real estate investment trusts, manufacturers, property owners, homeowner's associations, contractors, religious institutions, high profile individuals, and others. Believing in a diverse team, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.