About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own a full docket of civil defense matters from intake through resolution, with real responsibility for case strategy and direct client contact. The role suits a self-directed attorney who wants broad hands-on exposure and a clear route to advancement.
What you'll do
- Manage a complete caseload of civil defense matters from start to finish.
- Prepare and answer pleadings, motions and written discovery requests.
- Conduct and defend witness depositions.
- Appear at hearings and mediations, and support or participate in trial when needed.
- Advise clients directly and shape case strategy with minimal oversight.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Current membership in good standing with the California state bar.
- JD from an ABA-approved law school.
- At least 2 years of civil defense experience, including mass tort or toxic tort work with asbestos exposure.
- A defense-side background; plaintiff-side attorneys will not be considered.
- Hands-on experience with depositions on both sides of the table.
- Solid skills in motion practice and discovery.
- Track record of handling up to 20 matters at the same time.
- Motivated, independent working style that needs little supervision.
- Ability to reach roughly 1,950 billable hours each year.
- Based in California and available to work Pacific hours.
Bonus points
- Courtroom experience on toxic exposure cases.
- Background in mediation or preparing matters for trial.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 130,000 to 170,000 per year
Location and work model
- Remote (US)
- Full-time
Skills Required
- Current membership in good standing with the California state bar
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved law school
- At least 2 years of civil defense experience
- Mass tort or toxic tort experience involving asbestos exposure
- Defense-side legal background
- Hands-on deposition experience on both sides of the table
- Strong motion practice and discovery skills
- Experience handling up to 20 matters concurrently
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to reach approximately 1,950 billable hours annually
- Based in California and available to work Pacific hours
- Courtroom experience on toxic exposure cases
- Mediation or trial preparation experience
What We Do
Raydar is a talent acquisition and business consulting firm that connects world-class and emerging talent with growing organizations. It supports companies through team development, strategic hiring, and customized growth solutions, helping clients recruit roles such as engineers, product managers, executives, legal counsel, and quantitative traders. Raydar focuses on understanding each organization’s needs, culture, and long-term goals to build high-impact teams.
