Partner, Healthcare Litigation — Irvine

An appointment at partner level on this brief is decided by what the practice can carry across, far more than on any headline figure.

Senior hire to lead and expand a healthcare-focused litigation team in the firm's Irvine office. The role emphasizes courtroom experience, complex healthcare disputes, regulatory-driven litigation, and defense of provider and life-sciences clients.

Responsibilities include managing trial and appellate matters, supervising and mentoring associates, and collaborating with national practice colleagues on cross-jurisdictional matters. There is a strong emphasis on business development and deepening client relationships within the healthcare and life‑sciences sectors.

• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)

Where the match is not obvious from the description, it is usually still worth talking — the specification tends to follow the practice.