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Senior Trial Attorney
Job in
Corona, Riverside County, California, 92878, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
Reel Fathers Rights
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Litigation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
- Independently handle contested cases through all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, evidentiary hearings, and trials.
- Manage post-judgment modifications, jurisdictional challenges, and bifurcated proceedings.
- Craft comprehensive litigation strategies, including motions in limine, expert witness planning, and evidentiary objections.
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments for high-asset and custody cases.
- Provide substantive mentorship to associate attorneys, paralegals, and law clerks.
- Oversee drafting, research, and discovery processes performed by junior staff.
- Draft and argue complex legal motions, including Requests for Orders, sanctions, and motions related to procedural and evidentiary issues.
- Author appellate-level briefing when necessary.
- Maintain proactive communication with clients, delivering strategic guidance and managing client expectations with empathy and professionalism.
- Direct overall case roadmap, budget, and litigation goals.
- Work with forensic accountants, custody evaluators, and vocational examiners. Analyze financial statements and reports to support claims related to support and property division.
- Appear at hearings, trials, settlement conferences, and mediations.
- Uphold high standards of ethics and courtroom decorum.
- Accurately track billable time using firm software.
- Maintain awareness of profitability and operational efficiency.
Employees Supervised: 2 paralegals, 1 legal secretary
Education and ExperienceEducation Requirements: Bachelor of Law degree or equivalent, Juris Doctor, or a Master of Laws (LLM).
Experience Requirements: Three (3) years of experience with family law litigation (must include trial and evidentiary hearing experience).
Specific Skills or Other Requirements:
- License to practice law in the state of California.
- Experience developing and executing litigation strategy in contested matters.
- Experience managing and mentoring legal support staff.
- Experience drafting motions and experience with oral arguments in complex family law proceedings.
- Experience with California Family Law, including jurisdictional issues, evidentiary rules, and post-judgment relief.
- Experience cross-examining expert witnesses in financial and custody matters.
- Experience with case management and billing software, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Experience with California local rules of court, settlement conference procedures, and courtroom protocol.
Rate of Pay: $ – $/year
Benefits- Great Pay:
Competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities - 401(k) Match:
Generous matching to help secure your future. - Unlimited Vacation Policy:
We believe in work-life balance and trust our team to manage their time off in a way that benefits them the most. - Opportunities for Advancement:
Our rapid growth means ample opportunities for you to grow professionally and take on new challenges. - Full Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans to meet all your needs. - Great Culture:
Be part of a team where your contributions are valued, and your wellbeing is paramount.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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