Senior Counsel

Overview

The organization is seeking an accomplished Senior Attorney with a strong insurance defense and trial advocacy focus. This role involves leading high-exposure matters, demonstrating courtroom confidence, and providing strategic direction to less experienced attorneys.

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

Responsibilities

• Develop a persuasive case theme that effectively counters plaintiff arguments
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Provide routine communications with clients
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients
• Lead and provide direction with respect to less experienced attorneys
• Work collaboratively with attorneys at all experience levels

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
• 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 and with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Insurance defense experience

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range

• $160,000—$190,000 USD annually (base salary), depending on experience and qualifications

Bonus

• Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier

Benefits

• 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 ($100-$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• 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, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich relationships with colleagues

Location & Work Model

• Office, hybrid, or remote options available (remote-friendly)

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Additional Notes

• No recruiters/agencies