What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trial Attorney - Personal Injury Litigation position at Montgomery|Steele?
About Montgomery Steele
Montgomery Steele is a premier plaintiff-side personal injury law firm dedicated to obtaining exceptional results for injured clients throughout Southern California. We combine aggressive advocacy, strategic litigation, and outstanding client service to maximize recoveries and deliver justice for those we represent.
Position Summary
Montgomery Steele is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to lead and manage high-value personal injury litigation through trial. This position is ideal for a seasoned litigator who thrives in the courtroom, possesses strong case evaluation and negotiation skills, and is committed to securing outstanding outcomes for clients.
The Trial Attorney will be responsible for handling complex litigation matters from filing through verdict, including trial preparation, depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and jury trials. This role offers significant autonomy, support from experienced litigation staff, and the opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing plaintiff's firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a litigation caseload consisting of serious injury and complex personal injury matters.
- Develop and execute litigation and trial strategy from inception through resolution.
- Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, medical providers, experts, and corporate representatives.
- Prepare and argue motions, including motions to compel, summary judgment oppositions, motions in limine, and other pretrial matters.
- Represent clients at court appearances, hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit preparation, jury instructions, verdict forms, and trial presentation.
- Conduct jury trials and serve as first chair or lead trial counsel.
- Evaluate settlement opportunities and negotiate with defense counsel and insurance carriers.
- Mentor associate attorneys and litigation support staff.
- Collaborate with firm leadership on case strategy, risk assessment, and litigation management.
- Maintain compliance with all court deadlines and procedural requirements.
Qualifications
- Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
- Minimum 5 years of civil litigation experience.
- Significant personal injury litigation experience preferred.
- Demonstrated first-chair or second-chair trial experience.
- Strong deposition, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy skills.
- Excellent negotiation and case valuation abilities.
- Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage a substantial litigation caseload.
- Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Plaintiff-side personal injury trial experience.
- Multiple jury trial verdicts as lead counsel.
- Experience handling catastrophic injury, wrongful death, premises liability, trucking, and traumatic brain injury cases.
- Familiarity with litigation technology and trial presentation software.
Compensation & Benefits
- Highly competitive base salary.
- Performance-based bonuses tied to case results.
- Attorney fee participation opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Bar dues and continuing legal education reimbursement.
- Professional development support.
- Leadership advancement opportunities.
Why Join Montgomery Steele?
Montgomery Steele provides trial attorneys with the resources, support staff, and case inventory necessary to build a successful litigation practice. Our attorneys are empowered to aggressively advocate for clients while enjoying a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. This position offers the opportunity to handle meaningful cases, achieve exceptional results, and play a significant role in the firm's continued expansion.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, representative case results, and a cover letter outlining their litigation and trial experience.
Pay: $200,000.00 - $275,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $200,000 - $275,000