Senior Counsel

Overview

This role involves senior insurance defense litigation and trial advocacy for a nationally operating civil defense practice. The position requires independent courtroom confidence, strategic case leadership, and collaboration across all experience levels.

Please note: An active bar license in the State of Pennsylvania is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes in support of defense positions
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage discovery through trial preparation, including all related case-handling responsibilities
• Work collaboratively as part of a team with attorneys at all levels of experience
• Conduct routine client communications
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Maintain high standards and reject mediocrity in case work

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Must be licensed in your state
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
• Experience with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening and verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700)
• 401(k) program: 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm): $100–$200/month
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement: $60

Location

Office, hybrid, or remote work options are available.

Additional Information

• No recruiters/agencies
• Equal opportunity employer (no discrimination or harassment on protected status)