Senior Counsel – Lemon Law Litigation (Remote)

Overview

Senior Counsel position focused on Lemon Law Litigation and consumer warranty defense.

This role is based in Northern California, CA and requires an active license with the State Bar of California.

The employer is seeking a California-licensed Senior Counsel with strong Lemon Law defense experience to represent manufacturers and corporate clients in high-exposure matters under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and related consumer litigation across California.

Responsibilities

• Develop case themes that persuasively address plaintiff claims.
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trial preparation.
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial.
• Work as part of a team with attorneys of all experience levels.
• Conduct routine communications with clients.
• 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 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 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 handling insurance defense matters.

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) program with a 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.

Additional Benefits

• 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 the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.
• Firm-wide charitable giving program.
• Numerous social and off-site events each year.
• Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Location

Northern California, CA

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment 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.

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