Senior Trial & Litigation Attorney

Senior Trial & Litigation Attorney

(Public Agency & Complex Civil Litigation)

Oakland, CA | Full‑Time | Onsite | $190,000–$300,000 + Benefits | Alternate office options: San Diego & Los Angeles

Bryant Staffing Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a confidential California law firm. The attorney will be employed directly by the client law firm.

About the Opportunity

A highly respected California law firm is seeking a Senior Trial & Litigation Attorney to join its litigation practice in Oakland. This role is ideal for an attorney with 7+ years of civil litigation experience who wants meaningful courtroom exposure, complex case responsibility, and the opportunity to represent public agency clients in high‑impact matters.

You will manage sophisticated litigation from inception through trial, collaborate with accomplished attorneys across multiple offices, and develop long‑term expertise in public‑sector litigation, constitutional issues, and eminent domain (highly valued but not required).

Why You'll Love Working For This Firm

• Competitive salary: $190,000–$300,000, based on experience
• Work on sophisticated, high‑profile litigation matters impacting California public agencies
• Significant courtroom and trial opportunities
• Collaborative team culture across multiple California offices
• High autonomy with strong support from experienced litigation leaders
• Opportunity to develop expertise in eminent domain and public‑sector litigation
• Professional development and long‑term advancement opportunities
• Exposure to complex constitutional, statutory, and civil litigation
• Stable, respected California law firm with an outstanding reputation

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex civil matters
• Manage cases from initial evaluation through trial and appeal
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, legal memoranda, and appellate‑quality briefs
• Conduct legal research involving constitutional, statutory, and regulatory issues
• Prepare witnesses, experts, and trial exhibits
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Lead discovery strategy and document management
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, arbitrations, and trials
• Advocate for public agency clients in state and federal courts
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices
• Maintain strong client relationships
• Contribute to business development and firm growth

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership
• Minimum 7 years of civil litigation experience
• Extensive law‑and‑motion practice experience
• Proven trial‑preparation experience (discovery, depositions, witness prep, evidentiary development)
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and research skills
• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presentation abilities
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex matters
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and project‑management abilities
• Collaborative mindset across multiple office locations

Preferred:

• Experience representing public entities
• Eminent domain or condemnation experience
• Background in land use, municipal law, or public‑agency litigation
• Trial experience in complex civil litigation
• Interest in client development
• Experience mentoring junior attorneys

About the Client Firm

The hiring firm is known for delivering exceptional legal counsel to public agencies, municipalities, private businesses, and nonprofits across California. Attorneys enjoy a collaborative environment where sophisticated legal work, professional development, and client service are equally valued. The firm fosters teamwork, innovation, and integrity while providing meaningful opportunities to build long‑term litigation careers. Alternate office locations in San Diego and Los Angeles. Candidates may choose from any office they prefer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The client employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Staffing Agency Disclosure

This job is posted by Bryant Staffing Solutions on behalf of a confidential client. Ref#: BSS 25‑03427