Position Overview Job Title: Defense Litigation AttorneyLocation: Woodland Hills, CAPosition Type: Full‑TimeExperience Level: 3–5 years (licensed attorney in California)Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000+ (commensurate with experience)Key Responsibilities Manage defense litigation matters from inception through resolution, primarily in insurance defense and trucking/transportation litigationDraft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and other legal documentsRepresent clients in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitrationsConduct legal research and develop case strategyCommunicate effectively with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counselWork independently while collaborating with partners and support staffPractice Areas Insurance defense (auto, general liability, premises liability)Trucking and transportation defenseCommercial litigationWhat We Offer Direct partner mentorship with experienced partnersSubstantive work with real responsibility, not just document reviewFlexible work environment: primarily in‑office with hybrid or remote options for the right candidateWork‑life balance with reasonable billable hour expectationsCompetitive compensation with performance‑based growth potentialComprehensive benefits package: health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and holidays; continuing legal education support and professional developmentQualifications J.D. from an accredited law schoolActive license to practice law in California3–5 years of litigation experience (insurance defense or civil litigation strongly preferred)Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skillsCommitment to high‑quality client service and ethical practiceAbility to manage caseload independently while collaborating with team membersCompany Description Morgenstern Law Group is a boutique defense litigation firm based in Woodland Hills, CA, known for sophisticated legal representation with a personal touch. Our focused team approach allows attorneys to work directly with experienced partners, take ownership of meaningful cases, and see the direct impact of their work.#J-18808-Ljbffr