Trial Attorney

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Trial Attorney Full Time Professional Century City, Los Angeles, CA, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1045 Salary Range: $250,000.00 To $350,000.00 Annually Trial Attorney (First-Chair) - Los Angeles (Century City) Knight Law Group is hiring a seasoned first-chair trial attorney to lead jury trials and help set trial strategy across a high-volume, high-stakes plaintiff-side docket. This role is built for a lawyer who tries cases, can command a courtroom, and values a team that is resourced, prepared, and serious about winning. About Knight Law Group Knight Law Group is a distinguished California law firm that practices consumer rights protection and mass tort litigation. We have successfully represented thousands of clients in cases for automotive lemon law, dealer fraud, personal injury and product liability. Our on-site staff in our Los Angeles office provides services in nearly a dozen languages to serve a diverse array of consumers all across California. The combination of an all-star team, top experts and a wealth of resources has led to record verdicts, successful client outcomes and industry-leading settlements. Why This Role This role is built around trial work. Dedicated litigation teams handle day-to-day discovery execution so you can stay focused on trial preparation and courtroom leadership. You can expect: First-chair ownership of jury trials, with second-chair support and a team built around execution A firm that invests in experts, trial presentation, and preparation Partnership with leadership on trial themes, positioning, and risk strategy No requirement to originate business or carry a book A generous bonus structure tied to meaningful performance outcomes What you’ll do Serve as first chair in jury trials, including voir dire, openings, witness examinations, and closings Take and defend depositions, including PMQs, senior corporate witnesses, and experts Prepare and file motions in limine Draft and manage jury instructions, verdict forms, and trial briefs Prepare exhibit and witness lists and trial binders Develop evidentiary strategy and manage objections Develop trial strategy in partnership with firm leadership and, when needed, appellate counsel Prepare fact and expert witnesses and deliver direct/cross examinations with discipline and credibility Coordinate trial readiness across the team and maintain tight case calendars Maintain accurate time/activity records and status reporting to support forecasting, allocation, and (where applicable) fee applications What success looks like Within the first 60–90 days, you’re: Fully embedded in our case cadence and standards Confident in our trial prep system and support structure Leading strategy on assigned matters and driving the team’s execution Trusted by partners to run the courtroom without supervision Requirements & Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school California Bar license in good standing Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, including multiple first-chair jury trials Strong trial acumen and courtroom presence Highly skilled in trial preparation, oral advocacy, and case strategy Tech-savvy and comfortable operating in a paperless environment Spanish bilingual skills a plus, but not required Willingness to travel within California for trials, depositions, and court appearances 529 College Savings Plan & Pet Insurance Weekly staff breakfast and lunch Location : This is a full-time onsite role based in our Century City office. Attendance : Monday through Friday. #J-18808-Ljbffr Knight Law Group LLP