Deposition Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Deposition Attorney to join their team in San Diego, 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 effective trial strategies based on deposition testimony.

Duties

• Prepare detailed deposition outlines and examination plans for fact and expert witnesses.
• Conduct and defend depositions in lemon law and consumer litigation cases.
• Coordinate logistics and manage exhibits for depositions.
• Draft and review deposition summaries and related documents for trial use.
• Collaborate with the Trial Team to integrate deposition testimony into trial strategies.
• Conduct witness preparation sessions and assist in effective testimony presentation.
• Draft deposition-related motions and discovery correspondence.
• 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) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong command of California civil procedure and consumer warranty law.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage 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.

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