Senior Attorney (Irvine, CA)

Senior Attorney Career Consulting Partners is partnering with a nationally recognized personal injury law firm that provides legal representation to clients across the United States. We are seeking a skilled Personal Injury Litigation Attorney with 6–10 years of experience to join the firm’s Irvine, CA office. The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation experience and a genuine passion for advocating on behalf of individuals injured due to negligence.

This role is focused exclusively on litigation; no pre-litigation responsibilities are required. Duties: Manage a high-volume personal injury caseload, driving cases through all phases of litigation from intake through trial and resolution. Conduct strategic liability and damages investigations, leveraging medical records, expert analysis, and factual development to maximize case value.

Draft and argue substantive pleadings and motions, including discovery motions, law and motion practice, and oppositions to Motions for Summary Judgment (MSJ). Aggressively negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel, consistently positioning cases for maximum recovery. Maintain proactive client communication, set expectations, and deliver high-level client service throughout litigation.

Serve as First Chair in civil jury trials, handling trial strategy, witness examinations, and courtroom advocacy through verdict.

Qualifications

Active member in good standing with the State Bar, with 6 - 10 years of personal injury litigation experience and a strong emphasis on trial work, including a minimum of 8 to 10 civil jury trials to verdict. Comprehensive knowledge of personal injury law, state procedures, and litigation strategy, with strong analytical and legal research capabilities.

Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills, including drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal correspondence, and effectively advising clients throughout litigation. Proven ability to manage complex caseloads, meet competing deadlines, and achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Collaborative professional who works effectively with attorneys and support staff, exercises sound judgment, and maintains strict confidentiality in handling sensitive matters.

Compensation

& Benefits: Base Compensation: $180,000 - $250,000 + Plus Attorney Fee Structure Paid Holiday Days Paid Time Off Sick Leave Health Insurance, with Dental & Vision Options 401k with a 4% company match We trust our attorneys to take ownership of their cases while providing guidance when needed. Access to professional development resources Twice a year, engage with your colleagues in interactive retreats that foster collaboration and rejuvenation.

Location: Irvine, CA Hybrid Work Schedule Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward