Senior Counsel

Overview

Senior Attorney roles are available with a growing civil defense organization focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy.

Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.

This position supports full case responsibility, including courtroom work and leadership for less experienced attorneys, with routine client communication and independent case handling.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial preparation
• Work as part of a team with attorneys at all experience levels
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Conduct routine communications with clients
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Must be licensed in your state
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
• 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

• Insurance defense experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $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: $700–$1,700
• 401(k) program
  • 100% match on the first 3% contributed
  • 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: $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
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year
• Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

Location

• Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available (as noted in the Flexible Work Model).