Litigation Attorney

Position Overview: We are seeking a results-oriented Litigation Attorney to join our civil defense team. The attorney will manage a diverse caseload focused on defense-oriented matters including personal injury, trucking defense, premises liability, and construction defect claims. The role requires developing case strategy, advancing matters through discovery and motion practice, representing clients at hearings and trials, and delivering excellent client service while collaborating with colleagues and experts to achieve cost-effective results.

Key Responsibilities: Manage a full caseload of civil defense matters from intake through resolution, including personal injury, trucking defense, premises liability, and construction defect claims. Develop case strategies, prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs, and handle all stages of pretrial practice including discovery, depositions, and expert engagement. Represent clients at mediations, hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations; prepare witnesses and present evidence effectively in court. Coordinate with insurers, adjusters, retained experts, and co-counsel to align litigation strategy and control exposure. Draft and review contracts, reports, settlement agreements, and other litigation-related documents with strong attention to risk management. Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff; delegate tasks and review work product for accuracy and completeness. Maintain accurate case files, calendars, and matter budgets; meet billable hour and performance objectives while delivering cost-conscious representation. Identify opportunities for early resolution and alternative dispute resolution, balancing client objectives with litigation risks. Stay current on relevant case law, statutory developments, and local rules that affect defense litigation practice.

Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the state bar. Minimum of 3-7 years of civil litigation experience with demonstrable defense-side work; higher experience considered for senior roles. Proven experience handling personal injury, trucking defense, premises liability, and construction defect cases preferred. Prior trial and deposition experience with the ability to try cases to verdict and manage courtroom proceedings independently. Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills with experience drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, and appellate filings. Familiarity with litigation technology and case management systems; proficiency in eDiscovery processes and tools. Excellent client communication skills, professional judgment, and ability to coordinate with insurers and third-party experts. Ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively in a team environment, and mentor junior staff. Valid drivers license and willingness to travel to courts, accident scenes, and client sites as required.