What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney position at Verrus?
Job Title
Litigation Attorney
Location
Los Angeles based office
Salary/Package
Basic salary bonus/package dependant with qualification, experience and portable business (if applicable)
About The Firm:
Based in Los Angeles, the firm is a premier litigation boutique dedicated to delivering strategic, results-driven advocacy for businesses and individuals across California and beyond. Focused exclusively on complex litigation, the firm represents clients in high-stakes business and commercial disputes, employment matters, real estate conflicts, professional liability claims, and partnership disputes. Combining big-firm experience with boutique responsiveness, the firm is committed to meticulous preparation, clear communication, and practical solutions from initial case assessment through trial and appeal.
Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Manage cases from pre-suit through trial or settlement
- Pleadings & Motions: Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery; prepare and argue motions, including dispositive and discovery motions
- Depositions: Take and defend depositions, including experts
- Court Appearances: Attend hearings, conferences, and other proceedings
- Strategy: Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy
- Client Relations: Communicate with clients on case status and strategy
- Settlement & ADR: Participate in settlements, mediations, and arbitrations
- Trial Prep: Assist with trial preparation, including witnesses and exhibits
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to deadlines, local rules, and procedural requirements
Candidate Requirements:
- J.D. and active bar membership in California or resident state
- 3 years civil litigation experience, preferably California state/federal courts
- Experience managing cases from start to resolution
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Taking and defending depositions
- Familiarity with California and federal civil procedure rules
- Court appearances and oral argument experience preferred
- Strong case management and organizational skills
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
Benefits of Firm:
- Case Management: Manage a litigation caseload from pre-suit investigation through trial or settlement
- Pleadings & Discovery: Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and written discovery
- Motions Practice: Prepare and argue motions, including discovery and dispositive motions
- Depositions: Take and defend depositions, including expert depositions
- Court Appearances: Appear in court for hearings, case management conferences, and other proceedings
- Case Strategy: Develop case strategy in collaboration with partners and senior attorneys
- Client Communication: Communicate directly with clients regarding case status and strategy
- Alternative Dispute Resolution: Participate in settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations
- Trial Preparation: Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit management
- Compliance & Procedures: Ensure compliance with court deadlines, local rules, and procedural requirements
Salary : $150,000 - $400,000