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Senior Police/Civil Rights Trial Attorney - Los Angeles

An Am Law 100 firm

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An AmLaw 100 full-service firm is seeking an experienced trial attorney to join its Police/Civil Rights practice in Los Angeles. This role focuses on handling civil cases likely to proceed to jury trial, working alongside a lead attorney and case support team.

The position is structured for hybrid work, with two in-person office days per week and the remainder remote if desired. Candidates with a strong trial and deposition record are encouraged to apply, including those with criminal trial backgrounds seeking to deepen civil litigation experience.

For the right experience level, this role offers a partner track. Experienced lateral partners are also welcome to apply. Competitive compensation and a full benefits package are offered, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match. California Bar admission is required.

  • Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience in any practice area plus 5 years of criminal trial experience, OR a minimum of 5 years of civil litigation experience in any practice area
  • Minimum of 10 civil case witness depositions taken OR 10 jury trials with witness examination (civil or criminal, as lead or second chair)
  • Minimum of 5 jury trials with witness examination as lead or second chair counsel (civil or criminal)
  • Admission to the California Bar
  • Willingness to meet a 1,950 billable-hour requirement annually and work two in-person office days per week in downtown Los Angeles
  • Preferred: civil jury trials; taking and defending depositions; written discovery and discovery motions; dispositive motions and appeals with oral argument; case management and client retention experience; police/civil rights and/or jail/prison litigation background

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