Senior Attorney - Personal Injury Litigation (San Diego)

Wilshire Law Firm

$180K — $280K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed with the California State Bar in good standing.
  • Minimum three years in personal injury litigation and trial experience.
  • Strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Preferred experience in team leadership of associates and paralegals.
  • Common sense approach to complex legal situations.
  • Detail-oriented and adaptable.

Responsibilities

  • Lead trial proceedings and depositions.
  • Review legal documents including pleadings and motions.
  • Create cost-effective legal strategies for favorable case resolutions.
  • Develop and present legal arguments for personal injury cases.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of associates, paralegals, and legal assistants.

Benefits

  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Growth and advancement opportunities.
  • Team outings and sponsored events.
  • Employee referral bonuses.
  • Firm-paid medical insurance with upgrade options.
  • Firm-paid life and AD&D insurance.
  • Affordable dental and vision plans.
  • 401k plan participation.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Pet insurance options.
Full Job Description
Senior Attorney - Personal Injury Litigation (San Diego)

The Opportunity

As our Senior Attorney in our Personal Injury Litigation department, you will have the opportunity to fight for our clients and win the largest wrongful death, TBI, catastrophic injury, and major orthopedic settlements and verdicts achievable.

Accountable for
  • Lead trials and depositions.
  • Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
  • Develop legal strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
  • Develop and deliver arguments and represent clients in personal injury matters.
  • Lead a team of Associates, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants.

Qualifications
  • Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
  • At least three years of experience specializing in personal injury litigation and trial.
  • Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Experience leading a team of associates and paralegals preferred.
  • Ability to exercise common sense in complex situations.
  • Adaptable and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Reliably commute to or planning to relocate to San Diego, CA.

Compensation
  • $180,000 - $280,000 depending on experience plus performance-based incentives

Benefits
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Team outings and sponsored events
  • Employee referral bonus programs
  • Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
  • Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
  • 401k
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Pet Insurance


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