Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background representing plaintiffs in personal injury matters and experience handling cases through litigation. This role requires excellent advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills, along with a commitment to delivering exceptional results and client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a litigation caseload from filing through resolution, including case strategy development and execution.
- Represent clients in personal injury matters involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and other negligence-based claims.
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement demands, and other legal documents.
- Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, experts, and treating physicians.
- Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial.
- Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel to maximize client recovery.
- Conduct legal research, investigate claims, gather evidence, and evaluate liability and damages.
- Analyze medical records, accident reports, and expert opinions to assess case value.
- Appear at hearings, case management conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other court proceedings.
- Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding case developments, strategy, and expectations.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case progression and outstanding client service.
Qualifications
Required
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active California Bar license in good standing.
- At least 5 years of plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience; 10+ years preferred.
- Experience managing a litigation caseload independently.
- Experience taking and defending depositions.
- Strong knowledge of California civil procedure and personal injury litigation.
- Excellent legal writing, research, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- Trial experience, including first-chair or second-chair responsibilities.
- Experience handling catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases.
- Experience working with medical experts, accident reconstruction experts, and life care planners.
- Proficiency with Lead Docket, Filevine, or similar case management software.
- Demonstrated history of securing favorable settlements and verdicts.
Key Competencies
- Client Advocacy
- Litigation Strategy
- Negotiation & Settlement Management
- Trial Preparation & Courtroom Advocacy
- Legal Research & Writing
- Case Management
- Communication & Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture
- Professional development and growth opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pedram Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Pay: From $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
