Senior Counsel (Sexual Torts Defense)

Overview

This role is for a Senior Counsel to join a specialized Complex Trial Team focused on defending sensitive, high-exposure civil litigation matters in California. The work involves allegations including sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual misconduct, and institutional liability.

This position is not traditional insurance defense. Successful candidates will need strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to navigate complex factual and legal issues with professionalism and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes that address key issues in the matter
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage case-related strategy and workstreams in collaboration with attorneys of all 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
• Must be licensed in the State of California (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
• 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, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000–$200,000 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%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan for 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 include:

• 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, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year

Location

California

Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, consistent with applicable law.