Senior Counsel (Sexual Torts Defense)

Overview

A national insurance defense firm is seeking a Senior Counsel to join their Complex Trial Teams specializing in sexual torts defense. This role involves leading the defense of clients in high-value, sensitive civil litigation cases involving sexual misconduct, institutional liability, and related claims. The position requires an active California bar license and significant trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes that effectively counter plaintiff strategies
• Maintain high standards of legal excellence and refuse to accept mediocrity
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Collaborate with team members across experience levels
• Communicate routinely with clients
• Build and maintain client relationships
• Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced attorneys

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active bar license in the State of California
• Minimum of 8 years of litigation experience, including deposition and trial preparation
• Ability to manage full case responsibilities, including discovery and trial
• Experience in insurance defense matters preferred
• Proficiency with time management systems and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong independent judgment and minimal supervision required
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience defending institutions, professionals, or insured entities in sexual assault, harassment, or abuse cases
• Familiarity with trauma-informed defense practices
• Leadership and mentoring experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $160,000 to $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional bonuses of $7,500 per tier
• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and life insurance with employer contributions averaging $700 to $1,700 annually
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on first 3% contributed and 50% match on next 4-5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
• Employee Assistance Program
• In-house training and leadership development
• Firm-paid CLE programs and bar license renewal fees
• Flexible vacation policy
• Defined pathway to partnership
• Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Firm-wide charitable giving and social events
• Flexible work options: remote, hybrid, or onsite

Location

• Position requires an active California bar license
• Flexible work arrangements available (remote, hybrid, onsite)

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Additional Information

• No recruiters or agencies please
• Attention to detail is highly valued in applicants