Litigation Attorney - Defense

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Attorney

Litigation Attorney - Defense & Civil Litigation

Position Overview
We are seeking a results-oriented Litigation Attorney to join our civil defense team. The attorney will manage a diverse caseload focused on defense-oriented matters including personal injury, trucking defense, premises liability, and construction defect claims. The role requires developing case strategy, advancing matters through discovery and motion practice, representing clients at hearings and trials, and delivering excellent client service while collaborating with colleagues and experts to achieve cost-effective results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of civil defense matters from intake through resolution, including personal injury, trucking defense, premises liability, and construction defect claims.
• Develop case strategies, prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs, and handle all stages of pretrial practice including discovery, depositions, and expert engagement.
• Represent clients at mediations, hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations; prepare witnesses and present evidence effectively in court.
• Coordinate with insurers, adjusters, retained experts, and co-counsel to align litigation strategy and control exposure.
• Draft and review contracts, reports, settlement agreements, and other litigation-related documents with strong attention to risk management.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff; delegate tasks and review work product for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain accurate case files, calendars, and matter budgets; meet billable hour and performance objectives while delivering cost-conscious representation.
• Identify opportunities for early resolution and alternative dispute resolution, balancing client objectives with litigation risks.
• Stay current on relevant case law, statutory developments, and local rules that affect defense litigation practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the state bar.
• Minimum of 3-7 years of civil litigation experience with demonstrable defense-side work; higher experience considered for senior roles.
• Proven experience handling personal injury, trucking defense, premises liability, and construction defect cases preferred.
• Prior trial and deposition experience with the ability to try cases to verdict and manage courtroom proceedings independently.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills with experience drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, and appellate filings.
• Familiarity with litigation technology and case management systems; proficiency in eDiscovery processes and tools.
• Excellent client communication skills, professional judgment, and ability to coordinate with insurers and third-party experts.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively in a team environment, and mentor junior staff.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel to courts, accident scenes, and client sites as required.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/05/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$120000 - $200000 USD per year