General Liability Attorney

General Liability Litigation Attorney – California

Looking for your next opportunity in General Liability litigation?

A highly respected California law firm is expanding its General Liability Litigation team and is seeking an experienced attorney to join its practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong litigator who enjoys handling complex matters and wants to work with a firm representing both local and national clients.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with 2 days per week in the office.

The Opportunity

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of a diverse litigation caseload while working on sophisticated matters involving a variety of industries and liability issues. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing cases independently and has strong deposition, motion practice, research, and writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Represent local and national clients throughout California
• Develop case strategy and independently manage assigned caseloads
• Take and defend plaintiff and expert depositions
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents
• Analyze discovery and develop appropriate litigation strategies
• Conduct detailed legal research and provide strategic legal analysis
• Participate in negotiations, mediations, settlement discussions, and court proceedings
• Assist with trial preparation and provide courtroom support
• Prepare and electronically file court documents and serve opposing counsel
• Maintain organized case files and accurate time records
• Stay current on relevant legal and industry developments
• Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve client objectives

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of litigation experience in one or more of the following areas:
• General Liability
• Premises Liability
• Product Liability
• Transportation
• Aviation
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar license and in good standing
• Strong deposition and motion practice experience
• Experience taking lead on plaintiff and/or expert depositions
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a collaborative team
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop effective strategies

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a chance to join an established litigation practice where you can work on challenging cases, take meaningful ownership of your matters, and continue developing your career within a respected California firm.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

If you're considering a career move and would like to learn more, reach out to me directly. All inquiries and resume submissions will be handled with complete confidentiality.

Please send your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Weylin Miller at View email address on click.appcast.io.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.