Head Litigator

Recruiting Partner: Antonio A. Soto

Los Angeles, California | Legal | Not Remote | $175,000 to $300,000 | Job ID: 159572

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Are you a seasoned litigation leader ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a Head of Litigation to lead and expand our firm’s personal injury litigation practice. In this pivotal senior role, you’ll oversee complex, high-stakes cases from inception to resolution, manage a high-performing legal team, and contribute to the strategic growth of our litigation department.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a team of attorneys and support staff within a collaborative, results-driven culture
Develop and execute winning litigation strategies for personal injury cases
Oversee all phases of litigation, including pre-trial motions, depositions, hearings, trials, and settlements
Provide expert legal guidance and strategic counsel throughout the litigation lifecycle
Manage your own caseload and maintain strong client relationships
Partner with firm leadership on department goals and long-term strategic planning
Stay ahead of developments in personal injury law and ensure compliance with legal best practices

Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice in California
Extensive personal injury litigation experience with a strong trial background
Proven leadership and team management experience
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
Deep understanding of litigation processes and ability to implement strategic plans
Unwavering commitment to legal ethics and high-quality client service
Experience with mass torts or class action litigation
Board certification in Personal Injury or Trial Law
Familiarity with legal tech and case management systems

Benefits and Compensation:

$175-300K DOE
Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance plans
401(k) with Employer Matching

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 159572

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.