Litigation Attorney – Personal Injury

Responsibilities

• Manage or assist in managing personal injury litigation files from filing through resolution or trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal correspondence, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare memorandum and case analyses
• Attend court hearings, case management conferences, and related proceedings
• Take and defend depositions, or assist with deposition preparation and strategy
• Participate in settlement negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution proceedings
• Communicate with clients and provide regular case updates throughout litigation
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to move cases forward efficiently
• Assist with or lead trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness preparation, and related litigation tasks
• Maintain organized and accurate case files and litigation calendars

Requirements

• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, dependable, and motivated to succeed

Qualifications

• Personal injury litigation experience (plaintiff or defense)
• Personal injury law: 1 year (Preferred)
• Law office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Experience managing litigation files independently
• Experience with depositions, court appearances, and motion practice
• Trial preparation, mediation, arbitration, or trial experience
• Law clerk, externship, internship, or other relevant legal experience
• Spanish-English bilingual skills preferred, but not required
• Armenian-English bilingual skills preferred, but not required

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• PTO (5 days annually)
• California sick pay
• Company outings and events
• Growth and advancement opportunities in a growing firm
• Supportive team environment with training and mentorship

Pay

$100,000-$145,000 per year + benefits (DOE)

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Location

Burbank, CA (On-Site)