Overview
A nationally recognized AmLaw 100 law firm is seeking an experienced and strategic Staff Attorney to support its litigation practice in California state and federal courts. The focus is on defending cases involving consumer health products and other consumer goods. The role requires strong legal research and writing skills, excellent judgment, the ability to independently manage deadlines and assignments, and the capacity to work collaboratively in a fast-paced law firm environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist litigation teams with all aspects of litigation in California state and federal courts, including motion practice, discovery, depositions, and document review
- Prepare initial drafts of motions and pleadings, and assemble supporting documentation
- Conduct legal research, prepare case summaries, and assist with trial preparation
- Draft, review, and respond to discovery-related documents such as requests for production, answers, demurrers, motions to strike, etc.
- Independently prepare for and take the lead on plaintiff and other fact witness depositions (typically via Zoom)
- Assist with document review in Relativity and other review platforms; conduct responsiveness and privilege analysis, create and run searches and analytical queries, manage coding, and assist with production
- Prepare fact summaries, case chronologies, and case analyses to support motions, hearings, and trial strategy
- Collaborate with supervising attorneys and colleagues to support litigation strategy and case management
Qualifications
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and admission in good standing with the California Bar
- Minimum of 2+ years of litigation experience in both California state and federal courts
- Experience with product liability and mass tort litigation preferred; candidates with personal injury, medical malpractice, or commercial litigation experience will also be considered
- Experience taking plaintiff and other fact witness depositions
- Experience handling written discovery, pleadings, motions, and conducting legal research
- Effective communication skills with excellent project management and attention to detail
- Proactive and collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and innovation
- Strong organizational skills, analytical ability, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time position
- Work location flexible: in-office or 100% remote based on candidate preference
- Annual salary range: $140,000 to $200,000, commensurate with experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate, and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruiting, hiring, promotions, layoffs, compensation, benefits, and terminations.