Overview
A law firm specializing in insurance defense and trial advocacy is seeking a Senior Counsel with strong Lemon Law defense experience. This role involves representing manufacturers and corporate clients in high-exposure Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and consumer litigation matters across California. An active license with the State Bar of California is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case themes that effectively counter plaintiff arguments
- Maintain high standards of legal work, refusing to accept mediocrity
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Collaborate with team members of varying experience levels
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in the State of California
- Minimum of 8 years of solid litigation experience, including litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
- At least 5 years of litigation experience handling Lemon Law defense matters
- Minimum 2 years of experience in CRLA, tenant advocacy, or housing litigation
- Minimum 2 years of General Liability defense experience
- Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial
- Experience with insurance defense matters preferred
- Proficiency with time management systems
- Strong skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience representing manufacturers, automotive clients, or other product defendants
- Background in consumer advocacy is also considered valuable
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $160,000 to $190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Eligibility for an annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional bonuses of $7,500 for each subsequent tier
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans, with some plans available at zero employee cost (average employer contribution ranges from $700 to $1,700 annually)
- 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the next 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan for full-time attorneys after one year, providing $100-$200 per month
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program
- In-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events annually
- Flexible work model with remote, hybrid, or onsite options
Location
Southern California, CA
Additional Information
- No recruiters or agencies please
- Equal employment opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination 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
Applicants must have an active California Bar license to be considered.