Senior Counsel

Overview

This role involves senior-level insurance defense litigation with a focus on trial advocacy and high-exposure cases. The employer is seeking accomplished senior attorneys who bring courtroom confidence, leadership, and a strategic approach to complex matters.

Bar License Requirement

• An active bar license in the State of California is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
• Manage work as part of a team across all experience levels.
• Communicate routinely with clients.
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients.
• Provide leadership and direction for less experienced attorneys.

Requirements

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000–$190,000 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, 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 a 50% match on the following 4–5%.
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm: $100–$200/month.
• Paid parental leave at base pay.
• Monthly technology reimbursement: $60.

Benefits also include:

• 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 (including Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative).
• Firm-wide charitable giving program.
• Numerous social and off-site events each year.

Location

• Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics or other non-merit-based factors.

Additional Notes

• No recruiters/agencies.