Elder Abuse Trial Attorney

Job overview

The Elder Abuse Trial Attorney role is onsite in San Jose, CA. The salary range is $150,000–$240,000 per year, plus a discretionary bonus. York Law Corporation’s mission is to uncover elder neglect and fraud and hold negligent operators and companies accountable for harm to seniors. The attorney develops and advances civil litigation matters toward trial, representing victims and families in elder abuse, neglect, wrongful death, financial exploitation, and related cases. The role combines case strategy, discovery, courtroom advocacy, client communication, and trial preparation to pursue accountability and client results.

What you'll do

• Develop case theories and trial-ready narratives
• identify liability, causation, damages, evidentiary, and procedural issues
• plan and conduct discovery, depositions, and evidence development
• research and draft motions and assist with argument
• prepare for court appearances and witness examinations
• manage deadlines and case progress
• communicate with clients
• collaborate with legal and expert teams
• assist with trial themes, exhibits, witness preparation, and jury materials.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

elder abuse trial attorney

san jose ca

york law corporation

$150k–$240k

civil litigation

elder abuse

wrongful death

discovery

depositions

courtroom advocacy

trial preparation

california bar

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) employer contribution after one year
• car allowance after one year
• paid time off
• professional development and training
• bonus eligibility.

Why this role

Requires a Juris Doctor, active California State Bar membership, and at least four years of California civil litigation experience; candidates with up to ten years are encouraged. Jury trial, arbitration, or second-chair trial experience is preferred but not required.

About the employer

York Law Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.