About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own a personal docket of civil defense cases and take them through every stage of the process, from early pleadings to resolution. The position calls for independent judgment and offers a defined route to higher levels of seniority.
What you'll do
- Run a large docket of defense cases involving injuries and property-related claims.
- Prepare and answer court filings, pleadings and written discovery requests.
- Take and defend depositions, appear in court and meet with clients.
- Support preparation for mediations and trials.
- Meet an annual billable target of approximately 1,950 hours, with quarterly bonus opportunities.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- A current, good-standing license to practice law in California.
- A JD from an ABA-approved law school.
- Two to eight years of experience defending civil claims.
- Background at a defense practice carrying a full docket and handling every phase of the case, not only motion work; experience on the plaintiff side alone will not be considered.
- Proven ability to juggle 25 or more matters at once.
- A self-directed working style with little need for oversight.
- Based in California and available to work Pacific hours.
- No existing client book is expected.
Bonus points
- Hands-on experience with depositions, court appearances and discovery drafting.
- Experience with trials or mediations.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 130,000 to 170,000 per year
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
Location and work model
- Remote (US)
- Full-time
Skills Required
- Current, good-standing license to practice law in California
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved law school
- Two to eight years of experience defending civil claims
- Experience at a defense practice handling a full docket through every phase of litigation
- Ability to manage 25 or more matters simultaneously
- Self-directed working style with minimal oversight
- Based in California and available to work Pacific hours
- Hands-on experience with depositions, court appearances, and discovery drafting
- Experience with trials or mediations
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.
