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 Northern California.
An active license with the State Bar of California is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case themes that effectively counter plaintiff arguments
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Manage all facets of case handling including discovery and trial preparation
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Collaborate with team members of varying experience levels
- 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 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 responsibilities independently
- Experience with insurance defense matters preferred
- Proficiency with time management systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong independent thinking and minimal supervision required
- 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 valued
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $160,000 to $190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional bonuses of $7,500 for each higher tier
- Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and life insurance with employer contributions averaging $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 ($100-$200/month) available to full-time attorneys after one year
- 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
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
Northern California, CA
Additional Information
This employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to nondiscrimination 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.
No recruiters or agencies, please.