Civil Trial Attorney

Location: Fullerton CA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $200000 - $250000 per year

• Vendor Fee: 15%
• Payment Terms: Net 30 Days
• Guarantee Period: 90-Day Replacement Guarantee

Seeking an experienced Senior Civil Trial Attorney to manage a semi-autonomous litigation caseload involving potentially high-exposure matters. The ideal candidate will have extensive civil litigation defense experience and a proven track record of successfully trying cases to verdict in California State Superior Courts.

• Manage all phases of civil litigation from case inception through verdict and appeal.
• Conduct case evaluations discovery depositions motion practice and pre-trial negotiations.
• Prepare and argue motions including Motions in Limine.
• Draft pleadings motions discovery responses and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant statutes regulations and case law.
• Prepare for and attend hearings mediations arbitrations depositions and trials.
• Interview clients and witnesses and maintain detailed case documentation.
• Provide regular case updates and strategic recommendations to clients.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Coordinate with trial experts and manage expert witness preparation.
• Monitor legal developments and advise clients regarding potential impacts on ongoing matters.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Minimum 8 years of Civil Litigation Defense experience.
• First-chair trial experience with:
  • At least 6 Jury Trials taken to verdict in California State Superior Court.
  • At least 3 Bench Trials taken to verdict in California State Superior Court.
• Strong experience handling cases from inception through appeal.

• California Evidence Code
• California Civil and Appellate Procedures
• Superior and Federal Court systems
• Rules of evidence and trial procedures

• Trial preparation and courtroom advocacy
• Jury selection (Voir Dire)
• Direct and cross-examination
• Deposition preparation and execution
• Motion drafting and trial motions
• Litigation management and strategy

• Public Entity Defense
• Government Tort Litigation
• Municipal Law
• Personal Injury Defense
• Civil Rights Defense Litigation
• Law Enforcement Defense

• Trial Practice & Preparation
• Jury Selection (Voir Dire)
• California Civil Litigation
• Motions in Limine
• Trial Strategy
• Direct & Cross Examination
• Depositions
• Legal Research & Writing
• Litigation Management
• Courtroom Advocacy

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong client relationship management skills
• Exceptional organizational and case management abilities

This is a hybrid position. The first two weeks of employment require in-office attendance at the Fullerton California office. Thereafter the role may be performed semi-remotely with periodic in-person meetings and court appearances as required. Candidates must reside locally.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan with Company Match