“Litigation Attorney – Trial Practice | $170K–$230K
Location: San Francisco, California
Practice Area: Trial Practice / Complex Litigation
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Experience: 2–7 Years Preferred
Compensation: $170,000–$230,000 Annually (Comparable Posted Range)
Take Your Litigation Career to the Next Level
Are you a litigation attorney looking for an opportunity to sharpen your courtroom skills, work on sophisticated legal matters, and gain meaningful experience in a dynamic trial practice?
Argo is partnering with an established national law firm seeking talented Litigation Attorneys to join its Trial Practice team in Los Angeles, California.
This opportunity is ideal for attorneys who enjoy complex litigation, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to build a long-term career handling challenging legal matters.
Whether you’re developing your litigation skills or already managing substantive case responsibilities, this position offers an opportunity to grow within a nationally established legal practice.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Competitive Compensation: Comparable firm postings advertise $170,000–$230,000 annually.
Sophisticated Litigation: Opportunity to work on complex legal disputes.
Trial Practice Exposure: Develop litigation and trial preparation skills.
National Law Firm Platform: Collaborate with experienced attorneys across practice areas.
Professional Development: Opportunity to expand litigation responsibilities.
Los Angeles Location: Build your career in one of the country’s leading legal markets.
About the Opportunity
As a Litigation Attorney, you’ll work on complex civil litigation matters, assisting with case strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
You’ll collaborate with experienced litigators while gaining substantive responsibility throughout the litigation process.
Key Responsibilities
Handle complex civil litigation matters.
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents.
Manage written discovery, document review, and case investigations.
Prepare for and participate in depositions.
Assist with developing litigation strategies and evaluating case risks.
Prepare cases for hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial.
Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex matters.
Communicate with clients regarding case developments.
Maintain accurate case records and meet litigation deadlines.
Qualifications
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active California Bar membership.
Experience in civil litigation.
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
Experience with discovery, motion practice, and litigation procedures.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively.
Preferred
Approximately 2–7 years of litigation experience.
Experience with complex civil litigation or mass tort matters.
Experience preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials.
Prior law firm litigation experience.
Demonstrated interest in developing trial advocacy skills.
Compensation
Comparable Firm Salary Range: $170,000–$230,000 Annually
The actual compensation for this opening has not been separately confirmed. Compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and the firm’s applicable salary structure.
Who Would Thrive in This Role?
This opportunity is especially well-suited for an attorney who:
Enjoys complex litigation and substantive legal work.
Wants to develop stronger trial preparation and advocacy skills.
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment.
Values collaboration with experienced attorneys.
Wants to expand their responsibilities within a national law firm.
Is seeking a long-term opportunity in Los Angeles.
Explore Your Next Career Opportunity
If you’re a California-barred litigation attorney interested in sophisticated legal work and professional growth, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.
Apply today to learn more about this Trial Practice opportunity in Los Angeles, California.
Argo is conducting this search confidentially on behalf of an established national law firm.