Lead Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury)

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury)

Compensation: $250,000–$500,000 annually DOE + Performance Bonus

Location: Beverly Hills, CA (Hybrid flexibility after 90 days)

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Join One of California's Premier Personal Injury Trial Firms

The Capital Law Firm is seeking an exceptional Lead Trial Attorney to join our growing litigation team. This is not an entry-level litigation role—we are looking for a seasoned trial lawyer with a proven record of success taking high-exposure personal injury cases from inception through verdict.

This position is ideal for an attorney who thrives in the courtroom, is confident trying complex catastrophic injury cases, and has the leadership skills to mentor and develop other attorneys while driving exceptional results for our clients.

At The Capital Law Firm, we don't just settle cases—we prepare every case as if it is going to trial. When we fight, it's personal.

About Us

At The Capital Law Firm, our employees are the foundation of our success. We foster a culture centered around integrity, accountability, collaboration, professional development, and delivering extraordinary client outcomes.

Our organizational certainties include:

• We walk the talk and lead with integrity.
• We pursue excellence in everything we do.
• We continuously improve and innovate.
• We do the right thing—even when it's difficult.
• We invest in our communities and our people.

Responsibilities

As our Lead Trial Attorney, you will:

• Lead the firm's litigation strategy on high-value personal injury matters.
• Manage complex catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation.
• Handle all aspects of litigation from filing through verdict.
• Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, treating physicians, experts, and corporate representatives.
• Prepare and argue motions, including MSJs, evidentiary motions, and motions in limine.
• Develop case strategy and evaluate liability and damages.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Conduct mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Select juries and first-chair trials.
• Mentor and provide guidance to associate attorneys and litigation staff.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to improve litigation processes and results.
• Maintain exceptional client communication throughout the litigation process.

Qualifications

We're seeking an accomplished plaintiff trial attorney with a proven history of successfully litigating and trying complex personal injury cases. The ideal candidate is a strategic advocate, confident in the courtroom, and passionate about delivering exceptional results for clients.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of five (5) years of plaintiff personal injury trial experience.
• Demonstrated first-chair jury trial experience with favorable verdicts.
• Extensive experience handling complex personal injury litigation.
• Strong deposition, motion practice, mediation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Experience managing catastrophic injury, wrongful death, trucking, premises liability, and other high-exposure claims preferred.
• Proven ability to evaluate case value and develop winning litigation strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor junior attorneys and collaborate across departments.
• Highly organized with outstanding case management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven (7)+ years of plaintiff trial experience.
• Multi-million-dollar verdicts and/or settlements.
• Experience managing a team of litigation attorneys.
• Trial Lawyer Board Certification or Trial Advocacy training is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• $250,000–$500,000 annual compensation (DOE)
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Potential signing bonus for highly qualified candidates
• Hybrid work flexibility after 90 days
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Seniority PTO
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to help shape and lead one of Southern California's premier litigation teams

Why Join The Capital Law Firm?

We're looking for more than just an experienced litigator—we're looking for a leader. Someone passionate about advocating for injured clients, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to play a key role in building a premier plaintiff trial practice.

If you're a courtroom-ready attorney who wants the resources, support, and opportunity to try significant cases while helping build an elite litigation team, we'd love to hear from you.

The Capital Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every employee has the opportunity to thrive.

When we fight, it's personal.