Senior Counsel (Sexual Torts Defense)

Overview

This role is for a Senior Counsel position on Complex Trial Teams focused on sexual torts defense within a civil litigation/insurance defense setting. The employer is seeking an experienced trial attorney to lead the defense of high-exposure, reputation-critical cases.

Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff attempt to elicit sympathy or anger
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Work as part of a team with attorneys at all experience levels
• Communicate routinely with clients
• Cultivate relationships with existing 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
• 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 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 and with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $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 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 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
• Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

Location

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

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate or harass on the basis of 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.

Notes

• No recruiters/agencies.