We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney to join a busy Bay Area practice in Emeryville, California. The position offers the opportunity to work with an established client base, collaborate across a broad litigation practice, and contribute meaningful courtroom and case strategy experience.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a high-volume portfolio of litigation matters from initial assessment through resolution, with an emphasis on personal injury, product liability, and asbestos-related claims.
- Develop case strategies, evaluate exposure, and guide matters through all phases of litigation while maintaining high standards of legal analysis and advocacy.
- Prepare and revise pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents with careful attention to legal accuracy and persuasive writing.
- Lead discovery efforts by drafting written discovery, reviewing responses, coordinating document production, and preparing witnesses for depositions.
- Communicate directly with clients to provide status updates, discuss legal strategy, and deliver clear reporting on case developments and risk considerations.
- Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and other litigation proceedings as needed.
- Work closely with colleagues across related practice areas to support matters involving overlapping issues in insurance, landlord-tenant, and business disputes.
- Negotiate resolutions where appropriate while preparing cases thoroughly for trial when litigation demands a courtroom-ready approach.
- Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, with the ability to manage cases independently and effectively.
- Active attorney license and authorization to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
- Demonstrated background in civil litigation, including motion practice, legal briefing, and discovery management.
- Experience defending personal injury and product liability claims; familiarity with asbestos litigation is strongly preferred.
- Ability to oversee a significant caseload while balancing deadlines, client expectations, and strategic priorities.
- Prior trial exposure or meaningful participation in trial preparation is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to report directly to clients in a clear and thorough manner.