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Citrus Heights, CA, United States

Civil Trial Attorney

Attorney

5-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Senior Civil Trial Attorney (Hybrid)
Job Location: Citrus Heights, CA

Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Trial Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will manage a semi-autonomous caseload with potentially high exposure, representing clients in civil litigation matters. This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility to work remotely after an initial in-person onboarding period. The attorney will oversee all phases of litigation from case inception to verdict, and be responsible for trial preparation, client relations, and legal research.

Duties:

• Manage civil litigation cases from beginning to end, including case assessment, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom representation, and post-trial motions.
• Prepare and organize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other relevant materials.
• Conduct legal research, prepare case summaries, and review case precedents.
• Interview clients and witnesses, draft statements, and maintain detailed communication records.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediations, ensuring effective advocacy in all proceedings.
• Regularly update clients on case progress, providing critical case updates and strategic advice.
• Stay informed on relevant changes to laws and regulations and advise clients accordingly.
• Provide trial preparation expertise, including jury selection, witness preparation, and expert selection.
• Maintain active communication with the legal team to ensure timely case resolution.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in civil litigation with proven success in managing a diverse caseload.
• Must have first-chair trial experience in at least 10 jury trials and 5 bench trials taken to verdict in California State Superior Court.
• Strong background in managing all aspects of civil trials, including legal research, motion practice, and courtroom presentations.
• Expertise in handling complex legal matters in areas such as tort, personal injury, public entity law, government tort law, and contract law.
• Experience in drafting and executing motions, conducting depositions, and trial preparation.
• In-depth knowledge of both state and federal court systems and procedures.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaborate within a team environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle complex legal research and make sound legal decisions.
• Skilled in trial preparation and court procedures.
• Proficient in working with legal software and document management tools.

Job Location:

• Citrus Heights, CA (Hybrid role with remote flexibility after initial in-person onboarding).

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