Senior Counsel

Overview

This role involves joining a growing civil defense litigation team focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The position is for a senior attorney who will independently manage complex litigation matters, lead high-exposure cases, and provide guidance to less experienced attorneys.

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

Responsibilities

• Develop case themes aimed at countering plaintiff arguments
• Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently
• Manage all aspects of litigation, including discovery and trial preparation
• Work collaboratively with attorneys across experience levels
• Communicate routinely 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 your state
• 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 with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000–$190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000, then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, 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: $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, 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

California (active California bar license required)

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity is provided 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.

Notes

• No recruiters/agencies
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Pay Range

$160,000—$190,000 USD