Senior Counsel

Overview

This role involves serving as an experienced Arizona insurance defense attorney with 8+ years of litigation experience. The position offers meaningful autonomy, collaboration with experienced leadership, and the ability to work on sophisticated, high-value litigation matters.

Remote work opportunities are available.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff strategy aimed at sympathy or anger
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial-related work
• Work as part of a team with attorneys at all experience levels
• Conduct routine communications with clients
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA approved school
• Must be licensed in Arizona
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically including litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
• 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 with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening and verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior insurance defense litigation experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranges from $135,000–$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 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) of $100–$200/month
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Location

• Scottsdale, Arizona
• Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available