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Lead Trial Attorney (Plaintiff Personal Injury)

Date Posted: Jun 29, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
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    Location Los Angeles, Baja California, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 27, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The Capital Law Firm is seeking a Lead Trial Attorney specialized in plaintiff personal injury cases to join their litigation team in Los Angeles. This role demands a seasoned attorney with a successful track record in handling high-exposure personal injury cases from inception through verdict, who is also capable of mentoring junior attorneys.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the firm's litigation strategy on high-value personal injury matters
  • Manage complex catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation
  • Handle all aspects of litigation from filing through verdict
  • Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, treating physicians, experts, and corporate representatives
  • Prepare and argue motions, including MSJs, evidentiary motions, and motions in limine
  • Develop case strategy and evaluate liability and damages
  • Prepare clients and witnesses for deposition and trial
  • Conduct mediations and settlement negotiations
  • Select juries and first-chair trials
  • Mentor and provide guidance to associate attorneys and litigation staff
  • Collaborate with firm leadership to improve litigation processes and results
  • Maintain exceptional client communication throughout the litigation process

Required skills

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing
  • Minimum of five (5) years of plaintiff personal injury trial experience
  • Demonstrated first-chair jury trial experience with favorable verdicts
  • Extensive experience handling complex personal injury litigation
  • Strong deposition, motion practice, mediation, and courtroom advocacy skills
  • Experience managing catastrophic injury, wrongful death, trucking, premises liability, and other high-exposure claims pr
  • Proven ability to evaluate case value and develop winning litigation strategies
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to mentor junior attorneys and collaborate across departments
  • Highly organized with outstanding case management abilities

What the company offers

  • $250,000-$500,000 annual compensation (DOE)
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Potential signing bonus for highly qualified candidates
  • Hybrid work flexibility after 90 days
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Seniority PTO with 14 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Ongoing professional development

Skills Required

Company Overview

THE CAPITAL LAW FIRM PC
Los Angeles, Baja California, United States of America
2 Current Jobs Openings

At The Capital Law Firm, we prioritize integrity, accountability, and collaboration, aiming for extraordinary client outcomes. Our organization invests in our communities and our employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation... Read More

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