Civil Defense/Aviation Attorney
Overview
The organization is seeking Senior-level attorneys to join its Aviation and Aerospace practice.
Location: California — Hybrid | Remote
This role involves handling sophisticated disputes for airlines, manufacturers, airports, lessors, and insurers.
Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse and challenging caseload with significant responsibilities from the outset
- Prepare cases for trial, including case preparation and pre-trial work
- Conduct legal research and develop written analysis for ongoing matters
- Perform pre-trial discovery and deposition-related work
- Work independently while also collaborating effectively in a team environment
- Handle files with minimal supervision
- Travel may be required
Requirements
- Admitted to the California bar in good standing
- Experience in civil defense litigation in state and federal courts
- Strong skills in research, writing, pre-trial discovery, and depositions
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Organized and self-motivated
- Trial skills and experience are an added benefit (not required)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in aviation law, product liability, and/or premises liability (preferred, not required)
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range (estimated): $140,000 to $220,000
The estimated salary range displayed is specifically for those applicants who will perform work in California if selected for the role and is not applicable to other locations.
Compensation
- Semi-annual hours-based bonuses rewarding billable performance
- Annual billed-and-collected bonuses
- Discretionary annual bonuses recognizing overall contributions and performance
Benefits
- Top-tier healthcare with multiple medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage
- Generous PTO and holidays
- Retirement savings and wealth management resources
- Student loan repayment program
- Backup care
- Parental and personal leave with reintegration support
- Wellness and mental health resources
- EAP
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Employee anniversary program
Career Support
- Dedicated Mentor Program
- Skills development and training opportunities, including Trial Workshops and free monthly CLE programs
- Peer Recognition Program
- Flexible career tracks
- Coast-to-coast pro bono opportunities
How to Apply
Submit your resume, unofficial law school transcript, and writing sample.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is an EOE/AA employer and does not discriminate in employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
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