Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a senior attorney to support insurance defense and trial advocacy nationwide. The position involves leading high-exposure litigation matters, handling court appearances and trial work, and providing direction to less experienced attorneys.

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

Responsibilities

• Develop a compelling case theme.
• Refuse to accept mediocrity in legal work and case strategy.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys at all experience levels.
• Communicate routinely with clients.
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranges from $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $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) 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 of $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

Nationwide role with flexible work model (remote, hybrid, or onsite). California bar license required.