Deposition Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Deposition Attorney to join their team in Los Angeles, California. This role involves preparing, taking, and defending depositions in lemon law and consumer litigation matters. The attorney will work closely with trial counsel to develop winning trial strategies and manage a busy deposition schedule across the state.

Duties

• Prepare detailed deposition outlines and examination plans for fact and expert witnesses.
• Take and defend depositions in lemon law, warranty, and consumer litigation matters.
• Coordinate logistics and exhibits for depositions, including managing subpoenas and court reporters.
• Draft and review deposition summaries, transcripts, and related pleadings.
• Collaborate with the Trial Team to integrate deposition testimony into trial strategies.
• Conduct witness preparation sessions and assist in effective testimony presentation.
• Communicate with clients, experts, and third-party witnesses.
• Maintain accurate case notes and manage deposition calendars.
• Travel across California for in-person depositions and hearings as needed.

Requirements

• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Experience taking and defending depositions in civil litigation.
• Proficiency in preparing deposition examination outlines and summaries.
• Experience coordinating deposition logistics and working with court reporters.
• Ability to manage a high-volume deposition calendar and competing deadlines.
• Strong oral advocacy and witness examination skills.
• Excellent legal writing skills with examples of deposition-related work.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active California State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong command of California civil procedure and consumer warranty law.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Familiarity with deposition-related software and remote deposition technology.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee discount program.
• Coverage of bar dues and CLEs.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306