Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A leading legal recruitment firm seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney on behalf of a respected full-service law firm in San Diego, California. This role provides the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload across multiple practice areas, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation. Ideal for attorneys with a minimum of two years of litigation experience, this position offers full case management responsibilities under the supervision of senior partners and includes exposure to high-stakes litigation in personal injury, construction, liability defense, and more.

Duties:

• Manage a wide range of civil litigation cases from evaluation to trial, covering discovery, depositions, hearings, and arbitrations.
• Conduct detailed legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and provide regular updates on case progress.
• Work closely with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and explore growth opportunities within the firm.
• Participate actively in depositions, mediations, and trials as opportunities arise.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience, preferably within California.
• Strong familiarity with California procedural and substantive law.
• Demonstrated ability to handle cases independently in a fast-paced setting.
• Member in good standing of the California State Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active California Bar License in good standing.

Skills:

• Exceptional research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational capabilities.
• Effective verbal communication and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases under tight deadlines.

The firm has offices in San Diego, Las Vegas and San Francisco and has been around for nearly two decades. Practice areas include Litigation, Mechanics Liens, Mass Torts, Class Actions, Personal Injury, Trademark Infringement Claims, Construction, Insurance Law, Business Law and Civil Litigation. They are committed to producing the highest quality work for reasonable and appropriate fees, while at the same time adhering to the highest standards of legal ethics and professionalism.