Senior Litigation Attorney

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Oakland, CA

Senior Litigation Attorney

Attorney

5-20 yrs required

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Job Overview:
A highly respected law firm in Oakland, California, is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney to join its diverse legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters involving public and private entities in areas such as real estate, affordable housing, land use, and community development. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of litigation experience, exceptional writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage complex cases from inception through resolution.

Location:

  • Oakland, CA

Duties:

  • Handle a wide array of litigation cases on behalf of public and private sector clients

  • Manage cases from inception through resolution, including trials

  • Conduct legal research and draft high-quality motions, briefs, and legal memoranda

  • Participate in oral arguments and hearings, with a focus on law and motion practice

  • Engage in all aspects of discovery, including depositions and expert witness coordination

  • Advise clients on legal risks and strategic considerations

  • Collaborate with attorneys across disciplines within the firm

  • Contribute to appellate briefs and writs of mandate, when applicable

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience in California

  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex caseloads

  • Experience conducting oral arguments and handling law and motion practice

  • Proven track record of successful litigation outcomes

  • Trial experience required

Education:

  • Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school

  • Strong academic credentials

Certifications:

  • Active member of the California State Bar

Skills:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong legal research and analytical abilities

  • Strategic thinking and negotiation expertise

  • Meticulous attention to detail

  • Proficiency in discovery management and litigation support tools

  • Team-oriented with leadership capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in labor and employment law
  • Experience with petitions for writ of mandate and appeals

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Hybrid work flexibility

  • Opportunities for meaningful, mission-driven work

  • Supportive and collegial firm culture

  • Exposure to high-impact cases across multiple practice areas

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