Senior Counsel

Overview

Experienced litigators are invited to apply for a Senior Counsel position supporting a Nevada civil defense practice. This role is flexible/remote, with travel expected as needed for matters including trials, court appearances, site inspections, trial preparation, and certain client needs.

Please note: An active Nevada Bar license is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop case themes that are more compelling than any plaintiff argument for sympathy or anger
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery through trial
• Communicate routinely with clients
• Communicate confidently with clients and carriers
• Take ownership of cases from strategy through resolution or trial
• Work as part of a team with attorneys at all experience levels
• Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Must be licensed in your state (including an active Nevada Bar license)
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
• Demonstrated experience handling insurance defense matters preferred (including general liability, premises liability, bodily injury, auto, hospitality, construction, or other complex civil matters)
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Experience with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Insurance defense experience preferred, particularly experience involving general liability, premises liability, bodily injury, auto, hospitality, construction, or other complex civil matters
• Experience transitioning successfully into a sophisticated civil defense practice from other litigation backgrounds

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $135,000–$180,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000 plus $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost
  • Average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage: $700–$1,700
• 401(k) program
  • 100% match on the first 3% contributed
  • 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: $60

Location

• Nevada
• Flexible/Remote
• Travel expected when matters require it, including trials, court appearances, site inspections, trial preparation, and certain client needs.