Litigation Attorney

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Litigation Attorney

Pasadena, CA
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

A California litigation firm focusing on public safety and civil rights seeks an experienced attorney for substantive, autonomous work. Offers remote/hybrid options, no rainmaking, and direct leadership collaboration. Join a team with meaningful defense cases and flexible employment. (350 characters or less)

Requirements

  • Active California bar admission
  • Lead counsel civil litigation experience
  • State and federal court trial experience
  • Ability to independently manage caseload
  • Skilled in legal research and writing

Qualifications

  • Defense-side background preferred
  • Experience with Section 1983 litigation
  • Knowledge of administrative hearings
  • Strong judgment under pressure

Full job description

A specialized California litigation firm with a reputation for hands-on advocacy and strategic defense is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join its close-knit team. This role offers genuine autonomy, real courtroom exposure, and the opportunity to run substantial cases for public safety and civil rights clients. Attorneys ready to step into a primary counsel position and make a direct impact—without origination or rainmaking pressures—will thrive here.


Litigation Attorney Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive compensation depending on experience and structure
  • Flexible work options: full-time or part-time roles considered
  • Remote or hybrid work possibilities
  • No business development requirements—focus exclusively on litigation
  • Direct collaboration with firm leadership and decision-makers
  • Substantive, meaningful work on complex, defense-side matters


Litigation Attorney Requirements & Qualifications


  • Active California bar admission in good standing
  • Demonstrated experience serving as primary or lead counsel on civil litigation
  • State and federal court litigation exposure, including trial experience
  • Defense-side background (public entity, police, civil rights, or related preferred)
  • Proven ability to independently manage a litigation caseload
  • Skilled in legal research, writing, and strategic case management


Litigation Attorney Preferred Background & Skills


  • Background in public entity, police, or civil rights defense
  • Familiarity with Section 1983-related litigation
  • Experience with administrative hearings or disciplinary proceedings
  • Strong judgment and ability to perform under pressure
  • Hands-on, practical approach to litigation


Litigation Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Manage all aspects of state and federal civil litigation as primary counsel
  • Draft, file, and argue motions—including dispositive and pretrial motions
  • Conduct and defend depositions
  • Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and oral arguments
  • Prepare cases for trial, including strategy and witness preparation
  • Maintain compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements
  • Collaborate with firm leadership and support staff to move matters forward


Attorneys looking for real responsibility, substantive defense work, and a collaborative environment are encouraged to apply.

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