Attorney - Trial & Litigation

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and manage complex litigation matters in state and federal courts Draft, argue, and respond to motions, including dispositive motions Develop cases for trial, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and taking or defending depositions Manage discovery, including electronic discovery and case development Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with partners and clients Work closely with public entity clients and advise on risk, strategy, and procedural matters

QUALIFICATIONS:

J.D. from an accredited law school Active membership in the California State Bar 7+ years of litigation experience Demonstrated excellence in law and motion practice in both state and federal courts Proven experience managing cases through trial, including evidence development and depositions Superior research, writing, analytical, and creative thinking skills Strong academic credentials and professional work ethic Experience representing public entities or handling land use matters preferred Ability to collaborate across teams and offices

BENEFITS:

Hybrid work schedule with flexibility for remote work and designated in-office collaboration days Reasonable billable hours requirement Annual discretionary and billable-hours bonuses Competitive health insurance benefits 401(k) with partial match and profit-sharing