Senior Counsel

Overview

Senior Counsel role in Connecticut with a growing civil defense practice. This position requires an active Connecticut Bar license. Admission in New York is highly valued but not required.

This role involves independent management of complex litigation and trial preparation, along with ownership of cases and client relationships as the Connecticut practice expands.

Responsibilities

• Develop case themes and trial-focused strategies
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial preparation
• Take and defend depositions
• Handle substantive motion practice
• Communicate directly with clients and carriers
• Work with experts as needed
• Evaluate exposure and prepare matters for mediation and trial
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Collaborate with attorneys of all experience levels
• Conduct routine communications with clients
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients
• Identify opportunities to strengthen and grow the office’s presence in the market

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
• 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

• Admission in both Connecticut and New York (highly valued; dual admission not required)
• Insurance defense experience
• Relevant background may include: general liability, premises liability, professional liability, products liability, medical malpractice, employment, toxic tort, or other complex civil defense litigation
• Connecticut litigation experience (understanding local courts, procedures, and practice environment)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $150,000 - $200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000, then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, 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 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

Connecticut (Senior Counsel)

Equal opportunity employer. No recruiters/agencies.