Senior Personal Injury Trial Attorney with a Portable Book of Business

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Personal Injury Trial Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This role is designed for a senior-level litigator with a portable book of business and a strong background handling catastrophic injury, auto negligence, premises liability, wrongful death, and complex personal injury matters from case evaluation through trial. The ideal candidate is a confident, strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and is committed to advocating fiercely on behalf of injured clients

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with Trial Bonus and Performance Bonus incentives
• Marketing and business development support to grow your practice
• Full administrative and paralegal support for active litigation matters
• Access to an established referral network and business development infrastructure
• A high-energy, team-oriented environment where senior attorneys are valued and supported

Core Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of personal injury matters including catastrophic injury, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and products liability from case evaluation through trial.
• Develop, maintain, and grow a book of business through referral networks, bar association participation, and professional relationships; cross-sell firm practice areas to existing clients.
• Handle all phases of litigation from case evaluation through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediation, and trial.
• Develop case strategy, identify plausible legal solutions, and conduct thorough case valuation assessments on all assigned matters.
• Draft and finalize legal documents including complaints, meet and confer letters, motions to compel, discovery responses, briefs, and stipulations; assist in preparing litigation reports and risk assessments.
• Prepare and argue motions including dispositive motions, motions in limine, and appellate submissions; attend all court hearings and proceedings.
• Lead trial preparation and serve as first or second chair at trial; appear in California Superior Court, Courts of Appeal, and federal district courts.
• Conduct and defend depositions; prepare and defend witnesses; retain and analyze expert consultants.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Build and maintain trustworthy relationships with clients, referral sources, and expert witnesses; meet personally with clients to provide case updates and candid legal counsel.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate associates, paralegals, and legal staff; review work product and conduct performance feedback.
• Stay current on applicable legislation, case law, and developments in personal injury law; comply with California Rules of Professional Conduct and court rules.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a law-related field required.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active bar license to practice law in California in good standing.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of civil litigation experience with an emphasis on personal injury matters.
• Portable book of business with established referral relationships and demonstrated commitment to business development.
• Trial experience as first or second chair strongly required.
• Experience with high-volume mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Exceptional oral advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently and effectively.
• Plaintiff-side trial experience strongly preferred.

Core Competencies

• Established reputation and referral network within the legal and professional community.
• Business development mindset with the ability to originate and grow client relationships.
• Client-focused approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong critical thinking, case valuation, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional public speaking and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with firm leadership and legal staff.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and compliance with California Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Willingness to meet personally with clients and maintain high standards of client service.

Pay: From $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Litigation: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CA State Bar License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Required)

Work Location: In person