Senior Counsel (Complex Trial - Remote)

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Counsel for Complex Trial Teams. This role focuses on leading high-exposure insurance defense and complex trial matters, with courtroom leadership and strategy responsibilities from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex trials representing clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases, including matters involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability
• Develop and execute case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Advise clients by working with clients, insurance carriers, and adjusters to provide clear legal advice, case assessments, and updates on case developments
• Manage litigation across all stages, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, and settlement negotiations
• Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and mediations, presenting cases effectively and persuasively
• Lead and mentor team members by supervising and mentoring junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, ensuring high-quality work and compliance with best practices
• Collaborate with experts (medical, forensic, engineering, and economic experts) to strengthen case arguments

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California and eligibility to practice in federal courts
• 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work
• Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize a large, demanding caseload with limited oversight
• Exceptional oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills
• Strong client relationship management skills and ability to communicate complex legal strategies effectively
• Background in catastrophic injury, construction defect, or professional liability cases preferred
• Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software
• Membership in local or national trial lawyer associations is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000, 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): 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan: $100–$200/month (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm)
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement: $60

Additional benefits

• 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
• Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

Location

Office-based, hybrid, or remote options available.

Notes

• No recruiters/agencies.
• Equal Opportunity Employer notice: The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on bases including 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.
• Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.