Litigation Attorney

Litigation AttorneyLocation:  Downtown Los Angeles, flexible hybrid scheduleJob Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for an attorney with 4–7 years of civil litigation experience who is confident in the courtroom, strategic in motion practice, and comfortable handling cases with limited oversight. Experience in consumer warranty defense is a plus but not required.

This role involves direct client interaction, litigation strategy, case management from start to finish, and contributing to the firm’s broader workflow and efficiency initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from intake through resolution
• Draft, analyze, and argue motions, oppositions, and briefs
• Conduct and defend depositions (parties, experts, and third-party witnesses)
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including meet-and-confers and discovery motions
• Participate in and lead settlement negotiations
• Appear in court for hearings, law & motion, and case management
• Assist with trial preparation, including pre-trial filings and strategy
• Communicate regularly with clients about case status and strategy
• Provide support and informal mentorship to junior attorneys and staff

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar member in good standing   
• 4–7 years of civil litigation experience  (consumer warranty defense a plus)
• Federal court circuit experience a strong plus
• Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills
• Experience managing cases with minimal supervision
• Experience with taking and defending depositions
• Ability to develop and execute strategic litigation plans
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
• Team-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work
• Experience handling mediations

Benefits

• Salary starting at $165,000/year + (depending on experience)
• Medical,  Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401(K) up to 4% company matching, PTO
• Hybrid remote/in-office schedule
• In-office gym membership
• Business casual dress code
• Clear growth track and leadership opportunities

Our firm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We  are dedicated to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ancestry, religious creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply and value the unique perspectives and experiences of a diverse workforce.

Note: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement will become the property of Turner Henningsen Wolf and VanDenburg LLP, and no fees will be paid.