Overview
Senior Counsel role in Fresno, CA.
This position supports complex, high-exposure litigation, including general liability, construction defect, toxic tort, and class action matters. Candidates must hold an Active California Bar License.
Responsibilities
- Develop persuasive case themes and trial strategy
- Handle cases independently, including court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Work collaboratively with attorneys across experience levels
- Conduct routine communications with clients
- Cultivate relationships with current and future clients
- Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Active California Bar License required
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
- Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
- Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
- Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
- Experience with time management systems
- Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $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 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- 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
Additional benefits and support include:
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- 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, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
Location
Fresno, CA
Work Arrangement
Flexible Work Model: Remote (with occasional in-person appearances), hybrid, or in-office options available.