Litigation Attorney

Job Description: Litigation Attorney

Location: Santa Ana, CA

Position Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 5+ Years

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Attorney with experience in complex business litigation, commercial litigation, labor and employment litigation, and insurance bad faith litigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in either plaintiff or defense litigation and be adept at handling all phases of litigation, from case strategy development through trial or settlement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and litigate complex business, commercial, labor & employment, and insurance bad faith cases.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft compelling motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies and provide sound legal advice to clients.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients effectively in court and administrative proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to achieve favorable outcomes in high-stakes litigation.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California and in good standing with the State Bar.
• 5+ years of litigation experience in complex business litigation, commercial litigation, labor and employment litigation, and/or insurance bad faith litigation.
• Strong courtroom and trial advocacy skills.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience handling both plaintiff and defense litigation.
• Proven ability to independently handle cases and lead litigation strategies.
• Experience working with high-profile or high-exposure cases.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities and CLE support.