Civil Litigation Attorney

Description

Our client is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney for a long‑term contract role supporting a busy and collaborative litigation team. This position focuses on substantive research, drafting, analysis, and strategic case support, offering the opportunity to work closely with experienced litigators across a variety of civil matters.

Responsibilities

+ Draft and revise pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents for attorney review

+ Conduct in‑depth legal research and prepare clear, well‑organized memoranda on key civil litigation issues

+ Assist with deposition preparation, including reviewing files, organizing exhibits, and preparing outlines

+ Review and analyze discovery materials, identify relevant information, and prepare concise summaries

+ Summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and other case materials to support litigation strategy

+ Support case teams with trial preparation, including exhibit lists, witness files, timelines, and binders

+ Manage and track case deadlines, assist with maintaining calendars, and support coordination across active matters

+ Communicate with attorneys, internal staff, and external parties as needed to advance case progression

Requirements

Qualifications

+ 3+ years of civil litigation experience in a law firm or similar environment

+ Strong legal research and writing skills with experience drafting motion work and substantive litigation documents

+ Familiarity with California civil procedure, state and federal court rules, and common litigation workflows

+ Ability to manage multiple deadlines across active matters and adapt to shifting priorities

+ Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and ability to synthesize large volumes of information

+ Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑moving practice

+ California barred and in good standing

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys substantive litigation support, thrives on research and writing, and is looking for a stable contract role in an organized, team‑oriented environment.

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