Senior Litigation Attorney

Recruiting Partner: Kunal Sharma

Pasadena, California | Legal | Not Remote | $180,000 to $250,000 | Job ID: 178374

Job Summary

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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney to join its growing Pasadena office. This role is ideal for a seasoned civil defense litigator with substantial trial experience who enjoys leading case strategy, mentoring junior attorneys, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

The Senior Litigation Attorney will oversee complex litigation matters from intake through trial while helping shape litigation strategy across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex civil litigation defense matters from inception through trial
  • Serve as first or second chair in trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions
  • Develop litigation strategy and provide risk assessments
  • Maintain strong client relationships and provide ongoing case updates
  • Supervise and mentor associates and junior attorneys
  • Review pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and trial preparation materials
  • Assist with budgeting and case management
  • Collaborate with firm leadership on litigation strategy and best practices

Required Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active California Bar license in good standing
  • 7+ years of civil litigation defense experience
  • Significant trial experience
  • First or second-chair trial experience
  • Strong deposition and motion practice background
  • Excellent legal writing and communication skills
  • Leadership and mentorship experience

Preferred Experience

  • Insurance Defense
  • General Liability
  • Premises Liability
  • Construction Defect
  • Professional Liability
  • Catastrophic Injury Defense

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $180,000 – $250,000+ Bonus Program

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid medical coverage
  • Immediate vesting 401(k)
  • Generous PTO
  • Holiday bonuses
  • Team-building and social events 

 

JOB ID: 178374

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Kunal Sharma

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