Senior Attorney

Career Consulting Partners

Senior Attorney managing diverse complex litigation cases for a firm specializing in business and real estate law in El Segundo, California. Seeking experienced professional with strong litigation background.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $200,000 - $280,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex business and real estate litigation, including drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, and advocating in court. Possesses strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering strategic legal advice aligned with client objectives.

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California Bar MembershipJuris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeCivil Litigation ExperienceLegal Research and WritingDeposition Experience

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Hard Skills

Complex Legal Document DraftingDiscovery Strategy ExecutionMediation and Arbitration AdvocacyTrial PreparationPleadings and Motions Drafting

Soft Skills

Exceptional Professional JudgmentStrong Organizational SkillsHigh-Level Client Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

California Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Business LitigationReal Estate LitigationGeneral LiabilityMedical MalpracticeCommercial DefenseInsurance Defense

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a diverse caseload of complex business and real estate litigation matters from pre-litigation analysis through trial and post-trial proceedings.
Draft, review, and argue a wide array of complex legal documents, including pleadings, demurrers, motions for summary judgment, and pre-trial motions.
Oversee and execute comprehensive discovery strategies.
Draft and respond to written discovery, manage document productions, and handle discovery disputes and motions to compel.
Take and defend depositions of parties, percipient witnesses, and expert witnesses.
Represent clients in state and federal court hearings, case management conferences, and ex parte applications.
Prepare for and advocate effectively in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
Prepare trial briefs, motions in limine, exhibit lists, and witness examinations.
Maintain consistent, high-level communication with clients.
Provide clear, strategic legal advice that aligns with the client's commercial and financial objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Member of the California Bar and in good standing
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
5 - 15 years of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on business and/or real estate matters
General/Professional Liability, Medical Malpractice, Commercial, and Insurance Defense are also strongly considered.
Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Proven ability to draft persuasive dispositive motions and complex pleadings.
Substantial experience taking/defending depositions, arguing in court, and participating in mediations/arbitrations.
Impeccable professional judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO
Sick Leave