Overview
Senior Counsel position focused on Lemon Law Defense and consumer litigation.
Southern California, CA. Flexible work options may include in-office, hybrid, or remote.
Please note: An active license with the State Bar of California is required.
This role involves representing manufacturers and corporate clients in high-exposure matters under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and related consumer litigation across California.
Responsibilities
- Develop persuasive case themes for litigation
- Handle full court and case activities, including court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Manage cases end-to-end, including discovery and trial preparation
- Work collaboratively with attorneys across experience levels
- Communicate routinely with clients
- Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients
- Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in the State of California
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, including 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 using 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
- Experience representing manufacturers, automotive clients, or other product defendants
- Background in consumer advocacy or CRLA
- Experience handling insurance defense matters
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000, 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: $100–$200/month (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm)
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement: $60
- 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
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
Location
Southern California, CA
Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on non-merit-based factors.