Overview
This role is for a senior attorney position focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy, supporting a nationwide caseload. The organization is seeking accomplished senior counsel who can lead high-exposure matters with courtroom confidence, ethical judgment, and strong strategic decision-making.
Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop case themes designed to address and counter plaintiff arguments for sympathy or anger.
- Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently.
- Manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial facets.
- Work collaboratively with attorneys at all experience levels.
- Communicate routinely with clients.
- Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients.
- Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school.
- Must be licensed in the State of California.
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation.
- 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 and with minimal supervision.
- Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier.
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700).
- 401(k) program with a 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 of $60.
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees.
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
- Defined pathway to partnership.
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.
- Firm-wide charitable giving program.
- Numerous social and off-site events each year.
- Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.
Location
Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.