What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Trial Attorney – Personal Injury (Woodland Hills) position at Direct Counsel?
Litigation Attorney – Personal Injury (Woodland Hills, CA – In Office)
Direct Counsel is seeking a seasoned Personal Injury Trial Attorney to join a mid-sized trial firm with a thriving litigation practice.
Position Overview:
The firm is looking to add a highly experienced trial attorney with a strong record of first-chair jury trials. This role is ideal for a courtroom-focused litigator who is confident taking cases through verdict and thrives in a hands-on, trial-heavy environment.
Candidates must have substantial trial experience, including a minimum of 10 first-chair jury trials to verdict. While the firm has a preference for attorneys with an insurance defense background, experienced plaintiff-side trial attorneys will also be considered.
This is an in-office position based in Woodland Hills.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a full caseload of personal injury matters from inception through trial
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Serve as first-chair trial counsel in jury trials
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Develop case strategy, conduct depositions, and handle all aspects of trial preparation
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Draft and argue motions, including dispositive and in limine motions
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Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to efficiently move cases forward
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Communicate effectively with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and internal team members
Ideal Candidate:
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Licensed California attorney in good standing
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Significant personal injury litigation experience (defense strongly preferred; plaintiff-side considered)
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Minimum of 10 first-chair jury trials to verdict required
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Proven ability to independently handle cases through trial
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Strong advocacy, research, writing, and negotiation skills
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Highly organized, proactive, and team-oriented
Compensation & Benefits:
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$250k base salary for candidates meeting the preferred heavy trial experience profile
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Competitive compensation structure for other qualified candidates
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Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
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401(k) with employer match
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Paid time off
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Professional development and advancement opportunities
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Supportive, team-oriented culture with modern litigation resources
Salary : $250,000