Overview
This role is for a senior attorney with a defense mindset and strong trial experience. The position involves independent handling of high-stakes litigation matters, routine client communications, and providing leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys.
An active bar license in the State of California is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff approach
- Refuse to accept mediocrity and consistently pursue strong, results-focused work
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
- Work collaboratively with attorneys across experience levels
- Conduct routine communications with clients
- Cultivate relationships with current and prospective 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
- 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
- Insurance defense experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $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 offered, 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- 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 to enrich relationships with colleagues
- Flexible work model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment 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.
No recruiters/agencies.