Litigation Attorney
Law Offices of Gene J. Goldsman
Santa Ana, California
06.2012 - Current
- Prepared pleadings, motions, and discovery responses for court filings.
- Researched case law and statutes to support case strategy and trial preparation.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel and insurance representatives.
- Prepared clients and witnesses for depositions and hearings.
- Reviewed evidence and organized case files to facilitate effective litigation support.
- Advised clients on claims, defenses, and litigation procedures to ensure informed decision-making.
- Presented arguments in hearings and court proceedings.
- Argued motions before judges in both state and federal court settings.
- Drafted discovery requests and responses related to document production, interrogatories, and depositions.
- Participated in settlement conferences aimed at resolving pending disputes without litigation.
- Attended hearings in state and federal court as well as mediations.
- Evaluated potential claims against clients to assess liability exposure.
- Advocated for client interests during appeal proceedings before appellate courts.
- Conducted and defended depositions of parties to the lawsuit, witnesses and experts.
- Developed strategies for effectively resolving cases through negotiation or mediation.
- Supported civil litigation matters for law office clients.