Litigation Attorney - Personal Injury / Construction Defect

Pay: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

Join a well-regarded civil litigation firm in one of Southern California's most desirable legal markets — Newport Beach, at the heart of the Orange County legal community Handle substantive, hands‑on litigation work from day one: depositions, court appearances, motions, and real case ownership — not a document‑review seat Work alongside experienced litigators in a collaborative environment that values your development and trusts you with meaningful caseloads Bonus potential available — your performance is recognized and rewarded Build expertise across personal injury and construction defect matters — high‑demand practice areas with long‑term career value Transition to a hybrid schedule after your first 90 days — flexibility earned quickly in a team that values accountability Location: Newport Beach, CA — This is a primarily in‑office role based in one of Southern California's premier professional markets. After 90 days, hybrid scheduling is available for attorneys who have settled into the team and caseload. Note: Candidates must hold an active California Bar license and have a minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience. Personal injury litigation experience is required or strongly preferred. Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

ABOUT US

We are a civil litigation firm based in Newport Beach, CA, representing clients across personal injury and construction defect matters throughout California. Our attorneys work in a hands‑on, collaborative environment where case ownership is real and professional growth is supported. We take pride in delivering smart, efficient litigation strategies — and in building a team that genuinely enjoys showing up to work. Confidential Employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Manage an active civil litigation caseload, including personal injury and construction defect matters, from intake through resolution Propound and respond to written discovery: interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses Draft and argue law and motion matters, including demurrers, motions for summary judgment, and other dispositive filings Appear in court for hearings, case management conferences, and other scheduled proceedings Communicate directly and professionally with clients to provide updates, set expectations, and maintain strong relationships Manage case timelines, deadlines, and litigation strategy with attention to detail and efficiency Collaborate with supervising attorneys and support staff to advance cases toward favorable resolution

QUALIFICATIONS

Active California Bar license (required) 3+ years of civil litigation experience (required) Personal injury litigation experience (required or strongly preferred) Construction defect litigation experience (preferred) Demonstrated experience with depositions, court appearances, written discovery, and law and motion Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple active matters independently while meeting deadlines Excellent client communication and relationship management skills

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

This is a firm where litigators do litigation — real depositions, real courtrooms, real outcomes. You will build a practice in two of California's most active and remunerative civil litigation areas, supported by a team that knows how to get results. Newport Beach is a phenomenal place to build a legal career: strong local bar, active litigation community, and a quality of life that is hard to match. If you are a civil litigator ready to step into meaningful work with a team that has your back, this is worth your attention.

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