Litigation Attorney - Civil in California

Direct Counsel is looking for an attorney of 3-5 years’ experience in litigation, preferably in defense. Ideal candidates will have a strong litigation background including trial experience in a first or second chair capacity in general civil litigation and have a desire to join a Litigation Practice. Qualified candidates must be highly organized, possess attention to detail, excellent writing skills and advocates for clients aggressively.

Requirements

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from inception to completion
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, status reports and other services to clients and claims on legal and factual issues
• Responsible for the prompt,...