Senior Civil Litigation Attorney

Senior Civil Litigation Attorney (First Chair Trial)
Location: Citrus Heights, CA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Litigation Attorney to join a growing litigation practice representing clients in complex civil disputes. This role offers the opportunity to manage sophisticated litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal while serving as first-chair trial counsel.

The ideal candidate has extensive courtroom experience, strong litigation strategy skills, and a proven track record of independently handling complex civil litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal.


• Develop litigation strategies and perform detailed case evaluations.


• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.


• Conduct and defend depositions.


• Prepare and argue motions before California courts.


• Represent clients during hearings, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and trials.


• Serve as first-chair trial counsel on complex litigation matters.


• Coordinate with expert witnesses, investigators, and litigation support professionals.


• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide strategic legal guidance.


• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law.


• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, procedural rules, and case management requirements.


• Maintain accurate case files and litigation documentation.

Required Qualifications Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Licensing

• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar.

Experience

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  • Minimum 8 years of civil litigation experience.
  
  
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.
  
  
  • Proven first-chair trial experience.
  
  
  • Strong knowledge of:
    
    
    
    • California Civil Procedure
    
    
    • California Evidence Code
    
    
    • Motion Practice
    
    
    • Discovery
    
    
    • Trial Preparation
    
    
    • Courtroom Advocacy