Trial Attorney

Position Overview

If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work as a trial attorney for our California office, this may be the opportunity for you!

• This position requires a California bar license in good standing.
• A minimum of a JD from an ABA approved law school.
• A minimum of 10+ years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in silicosis, mass tort, toxic tort and/or insurance defense litigation.
• Trial experience is required. 1st chair experience.
• Previous experience should include managing up to 30 cases at once, taking and defending depositions, appearance in court, motion and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a huge plus; experience mentoring junior associates a huge plus.
• Computer skills: basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.
• Be self‑motivated and a self‑starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills.
• Oral communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required.
• Written communication: writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Temperament
  : ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines.
• Ethics
  : keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers.

• Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery.
• Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested.
• Prepare for and attend depositions.
• Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial.
• Must be willing and able to bill.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• One‑on‑one mentorship and training by partners.
• Salary range depending on depth and years of experience ($180,000 - $300,000).
• Quarterly bonuses based on your billable hours.
• Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary.
• Hybrid or remote work environment with flexible work hours.
• Medical insurance provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple plans to choose from; partially paid for by the firm; all outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays.
• Optional dental and vision insurance.
• Optional voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Optional voluntary accident insurance.
• Optional critical illness insurance.
• Optional cancer insurance.
• Optional hospitalization insurance.
• Optional health savings account.
• Optional flexible spending account.
• 401(k) after one calendar year of employment.
• Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well‑being.
• Collegial work environment.

Founded in 2003, Lydecker is a growing AV‑rated full‑service national law firm with almost 140 attorneys in twenty‑three offices across the nation.

Lydecker LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability.

This position is not currently accepting resumes or inquiries from outside recruiters or agencies.