Trial Attorney

Trial Attorney Our client is an incredibly fast‑moving, high‑energy law firm that leads in automotive products liability litigation, having litigated cases against nearly every major automotive manufacturer in the world. Their vision is to become the leading law firm in the nation for automotive products liability, bar none, and their mission is to use unique creativity to present products‑liability cases against manufacturers to juries throughout the U.S. $125,000 - $215,000 per year | Costa Mesa, CA | On‑Site | Permanent Job Summary: A Trial Attorney assists the Senior Attorney in managing multiple cases, prepares litigation reports, legal documents, and makes court appearances. Focus areas include strategy, motions, trial preparation, low‑level depositions, low‑level trials & mediations, and research. Responsibilities: Assist in providing case evaluation, legal support, and guidance. Develop case strategy and find plausible solutions to legal matters. Assist in preparing litigation reports and risk assessments. Attend hearings, depositions, and other court appearances. Attend focus groups. Stay informed about current legislation. Build trustworthy relationships with clients and experts. Assist with finalizing legal documents such as depositions, pleadings, and contracts promptly and accurately. Draft and finalize complaints, meet and confer letters, motions to compel, and discovery responses. Assist in negotiating low‑level settlements and attend mediations. Interview, train, mentor, and assist in managing legal staff within the team. Required Skills and Abilities: Willingness to meet personally with clients. Ability to handle a high caseload. Experience or expertise in a specific branch of law. Commitment to abiding by the laws and behaving ethically. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong critical‑thinking skills. Excellent public‑speaking skills. Adaptability and attention to detail. Ability to work on a case independently. Ability to collaborate with a team of attorneys to develop strategies. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Education and Experience: Juris Doctor – required. Active license to practice law / membership in State Bar. 2+ years practicing as a licensed attorney. Salary starts at $180,000, depending on experience. Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, and matching 401(k). Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr