Transportation Liability Litigator - Remote
Transportation Liability Litigator | Remote
An AV-rated AmLaw "Go To" law firm for litigation in California and Nevada, is seeking a Transportation Litigation Attorney with relevant litigation experience to join their transportation practice representing major trucking and transportation companies in significant litigation matters.
This role offers the opportunity to manage matters independently, work directly with clients and experienced attorneys, and develop deeper expertise in transportation litigation while handling cases from early evaluation through resolution.
This is a remote position for attorneys residing in California, and office space is available for attorneys who prefer it. In-person attendance is required as necessary for court appearances, depositions, mediations, client matters and other litigation responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently manage transportation litigation matters from intake through resolution
- Conduct early case evaluation and develop litigation strategy
- Draft motions, discovery responses and legal memoranda
- Conduct and defend depositions
- Appear in court and argue motions
- Communicate directly with clients and claims professionals
- Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
- Prepare matters for trial
- Collaborate with partners and experienced trial attorneys on significant matters
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- Active and in good standing with the California State Bar
- Litigation experience handling transportation matters
- Strong legal writing, oral advocacy and analytical skills
- State court experience
- Trial experience a plus
- Ability to manage matters independently
- Must reside in California
Transportation attorneys have the opportunity to build a specialized practice while taking real ownership of matters for major trucking and transportation companies. The role offers direct client interaction, courtroom experience and access to experienced attorneys without requiring a traditional office-based schedule.
- Salary: Base up to $225,000
- Year-end bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling, legal and financial support
- Long-term care benefits
- Voluntary supplemental benefits, including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and additional Life Insurance
- Identity theft protection and credit monitoring
- Mental health, wellness, meditation and health coaching resources
- Virtual healthcare and telemedicine services
- Pregnancy and parenting support resources
- Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
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