Personal Injury Litigation Attorney (Woodland Hills)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title

Personal Injury Litigation Attorney (Woodland Hills)

Location

Woodland Hills, CA

About the Opportunity

Direct Counsel is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join a busy plaintiff-side personal injury law firm in Woodland Hills . The firm maintains a high-volume litigation practice and a collaborative team environment, with dedicated trial teams and strong support staff. The culture emphasizes practical litigation skills, client service, and professional growth.

This attorney will manage an active caseload from post-intake through resolution, with a primary focus on depositions, discovery, motion practice, and case management . Trial work is available but not required ; attorneys who prefer to focus on litigation and case development, and then hand matters off to a trial team, will be fully supported. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident litigator who can hit the ground running in personal injury or related civil litigation, manage files independently, and contribute to a strong, cohesive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury litigation caseload from filing through settlement, mediation, arbitration, or trial handoff
• Take and defend depositions (plaintiffs, defendants, experts, and fact witnesses)
• Oversee and conduct written discovery , including drafting and responding to discovery requests and discovery-related motions
• Draft and, where applicable, argue motions (dispositive and non-dispositive, including discovery motions)
• Develop and execute case strategy in coordination with senior litigators and/or trial team
• Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial handoff , including organization of evidence, witnesses, and damages presentation
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal team members
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to ensure files are organized, deadlines are met, and clients are kept informed
• Participate in firm meetings and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented culture

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• Approximately 7–15 years of litigation experience (range is flexible for strong candidates)
• Prior personal injury litigation experience strongly preferred; candidates with strong civil litigation backgrounds and a demonstrated ability to transition into PI will be considered
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Take and defend depositions with confidence
  • Independently manage a busy litigation caseload
  • Handle discovery and motion practice effectively
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills , with excellent attention to detail and organization
• Willingness and ability to work primarily in-office in Woodland Hills, with potential for a limited hybrid schedule for the right candidate
• Proven track record of professionalism, sound judgment, and collaborative teamwork

Preferred Attributes

• Experience on the plaintiff side of personal injury (e.g., auto, premises, catastrophic injury)
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong client communication skills and ability to manage expectations throughout the life of a case
• Interest in contributing to a diverse, inclusive, and well-balanced team environment

Trial Involvement

• The firm has sufficient trial attorneys in-house
• This role can be primarily focused on depositions, discovery, and case development
• Opportunity to participate in trials is available for attorneys who are interested, with training and support from seasoned trial lawyers

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience (targeting a mid-to-senior-level litigator)
• Bonus structure aligned with firm performance and/or individual contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package (e.g., health insurance, PTO, and other standard firm benefits) – full details to be provided in the interview process
• Opportunities for professional development and growth , including mentorship and potential to expand responsibilities over time