Trial Attorney

Trial AttorneyIrvine, California, United StatesAt Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.Some salient growth point highlights are as follows:Of the $25 billion+ we have recovered on behalf of the people in 1988, we have recouped over $8 billion of this total in the past 2 years alone across all 50 states, Washington DC, and the US Virgin Islands.We have doubled our national mega-marketing campaigns from $250M to $500M+ since 2023, making Morgan & Morgan the Number 1 company in the nation for out-of-home marketing spend in the nation. This past October, we proudly hired Geico Insurance's former Head of Auto Marketing to serve as our new Chief Marketing Officer and continue our advancement.Unlike the vast majority of our competitors, Morgan & Morgan is proud to employ attorneys who can truly call themselves trial attorneys. Last year, we tried 320 cases. In the coming years, we will double that annual number. Attorneys at Morgan & Morgan are not only expected to get trial experience and frequent exposure to the courtroom on their and their colleagues' cases, they are required to. If you are seeking the opportunity to try cases frequently, we are confident that we can and will deliver.Our attorneys are privy to world-class case docket management software, litigation resources, and a wealth of benefits in service of optimization and case development.SummaryMorgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced General Liability Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice of plaintiff's lawyers and supporting case staff in our office in Irvine, California. The Litigation Attorney will represent plaintiffs in general liability cases not involving motor vehicles in L.A. and surrounding areas in Southern California. The lawyer's responsibilities will be focused on litigating cases, including trial prep and trial, but will not have to generally handle pre-suit matters. Our law firm's generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, non-recoverable draw, and standard commission fees / bonuses, as well as a full benefits package.ResponsibilitiesDay-to-day handling of litigation casesDrafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandaGuide plaintiff clients through the case processInteraction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavitsAttendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearancesQualificationsLaw degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully accredited law schoolAn active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in CAIdeally 3+ years of general liability / MVA experienceAbility to manage high volume of litigation casesExcellent client service and communication skillsSelf-starter driven by long-term career goalsSuperior writing and oral advocacy skillsSalary Range$100,000 - $500,000 USDBenefitsMorgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.Equal Opportunity StatementMorgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.E-VerifyThis employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.Privacy PolicyHere is a link to Morgan & Morgan's privacy policy.