Senior Litigation Attorney - Personal Injury

Company: West Coast Trial Lawyers APLC
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: West Coast Trial Lawyers is a top-ranked personal injury firm located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. With over $1.6 billion recovered for our clients, our attorneys bring elite experience from Harvard Law and some of California’s largest firms. We handle every case in-house, no outsourcing, no handoffs ensuring our clients receive hands-on, results-driven representation from start to finish. Known for our aggressive litigation approach and client-first philosophy, we fight for justice in complex, high-stakes cases. We are seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic litigation team. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience litigating personal injury matters in California and will be comfortable taking full ownership of cases from intake through trial or resolution. Responsibilities: Skillfully defending and conducting depositions as part of case development and discovery strategy Taking full ownership of individual cases, managing all aspects from intake through resolution or trial Preparing comprehensive trial materials and actively participating in trial proceedings Representing clients in court with confidence during hearings, motions, and other legal proceedings Drafting high-quality law and motion documents to support litigation strategy and case positioning Conducting thorough legal research and producing well-reasoned legal memoranda and briefs Composing clear, professional correspondence to clients, counsel, experts, and the court Analyzing, summarizing, and propounding discovery requests and responses with precision and strategy Drafting detailed and effective notices and objections in alignment with case objectives Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular, professional communication Conducting and defending expert witness depositions with deep subject-matter understanding and tactical insight Requirements: Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of California Minimum of 5 years of experience litigating personal injury cases in California Proven track record in conducting and defending expert and lay witness depositions Demonstrated trial experience, including first- or second-chair participation in jury or bench trials In-depth knowledge of California Civil Procedure Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills Excellent time management and organizational abilities Results-driven mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach Salary : From $180,000.00 annually commission and bonuses West Coast Trial Lawyers offers health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a health savings account (HSA), a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.

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