Overview
Senior Counsel position supporting Lemon Law litigation in Northern California. This role is based out of the firm’s Novato office and involves handling matters throughout Northern California and the greater San Francisco Bay Area.
Please note: An active California Bar license is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff strategy for sympathy or anger
- Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently
- Take ownership of case strategy and execution, including discovery oversight
- Prepare cases for mediation and trial
- Defend depositions and conduct substantive motion practice
- Work directly with clients and handle routine client communications
- Evaluate exposure and communicate effectively throughout the matter lifecycle
- Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys
- Collaborate with attorneys across experience levels and workstreams
- Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in the State of California
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
- 5+ years of litigation experience handling Lemon Law defense matters
- 2+ years of CRLA, tenant advocacy, or housing litigation experience
- 2+ years of General Liability defense experience
- 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 with insurance defense matters
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $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) program with 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
Location
- Based in Novato, California
- Handles matters throughout Northern California and the greater San Francisco Bay Area
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options
- Office availability: Attorneys who consistently work from the office at least twice a week can establish a permanent office space
Additional Information
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Monthly office meetings, team meetings, and social events to stay connected
Equal Opportunity Employer
The employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate 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.