PI Trial Attorney

Description

We are looking for an accomplished trial attorney to join a growing plaintiff-side litigation practice in south LA.

This role is well suited for a lawyer who is confident managing personal injury matters through the later stages of litigation, including expert discovery, settlement strategy, and courtroom preparation. The firm offers a collaborative environment, flexible scheduling, and the support of an established team that values strong performance and long-term fit.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a docket of approximately 20 to 25 plaintiff personal injury cases with a focus on matters approaching expert designation and trial readiness.

• Evaluate case posture and develop litigation strategies aimed at securing favorable settlements or advancing claims through trial.

• Handle key pre-trial activities, including expert witness coordination, deposition preparation, motion practice, and trial preparation.

• Conduct negotiations with opposing counsel and insurance representatives to resolve claims effectively when appropriate.

• Appear in court for hearings, depositions, settlement conferences, and trials as needed.

• Work closely with firm leadership, case managers, and support staff during onboarding and throughout the life of each case.

• Prepare persuasive legal briefs, motions, and other litigation documents that support case advancement and trial strategy.

Requirements • 5 to 15 years of experience practicing law, with a strong foundation in civil litigation.

• Active attorney licensure and ability to practice in the applicable jurisdiction.

• Prior experience handling personal injury matters on the plaintiff side.

• Demonstrated ability to draft motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation materials.

• Trial experience is preferred, including experience gained in other litigation settings such as criminal prosecution.

• Strong working knowledge of case development, negotiation strategy, and courtroom procedure.

• Ability to manage multiple active files while partnering effectively with legal and administrative support teams.

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