Trial Attorney Insurance Defense Litigation at Orion Placement
Job Description
Job Description
Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Job description:
Note: This position requires employees to work on-site at the Santa Ana, CA office with some hybrid flexibility.
Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have 7+ years of litigation experience, including first-chair trial experience to verdict.
About Our Client
Our client is a respected Orange County insurance defense law firm with a thriving trial practice. Known for its strong courtroom advocacy and collaborative team culture, the firm offers attorneys the chance to take on complex, high-stakes cases while being supported by an experienced team of litigators.
Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned Trial Attorney to join our clients litigation team in Santa Ana, CA. This role is ideal for a lawyer who thrives in the courtroom and is ready to handle cases from inception through verdict.
- Serve as first-chair trial counsel, leading cases through verdict
 - Develop trial strategies and oversee all stages of litigation
 - Conduct depositions, argue motions, and handle pre-trial proceedings
 - Collaborate directly with clients on case evaluation and trial preparation
 - Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development
 - Work on high-exposure personal injury, transportation, and liability cases
 
Qualifications
- 7+ years of civil litigation experience
 - Proven first-chair trial experience to verdict
 - Excellent trial advocacy, writing, and strategic thinking skills
 - Strong presence and confidence in the courtroom
 - Active California Bar license in good standing
 - Team-oriented with strong leadership ability
 
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Competitive base salary with trial bonuses
 - Hybrid work flexibility with on-site support
 - Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO
 - Leadership and business development opportunities
 - A trial-focused firm culture that values excellence, balance, and collaboration
 
JPC-387
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
 - Health insurance
 - Paid time off
 - Retirement plan
 - Vision insurance
 
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