Senior Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Create a case theme that is more persuasive than the plaintiff's appeals for sympathy or outrage.

• Manage court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently.

• Collaborate as part of a team with varying levels of experience.

• Maintain regular communication with clients.

• Foster relationships with both current and prospective firm clients.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced attorneys.

• Take the lead on high-profile cases with autonomy and strategic insight.

• Navigate intricate, high-stakes litigation issues.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited institution.

• Must hold a license to practice law in the State of California.

• Over 8 years of substantial litigation experience, particularly in litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation.

• Capability to manage all responsibilities associated with case handling, including every aspect of discovery and trial.

• Preferred experience in managing insurance defense cases.

• Familiarity with time management systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Ability to think independently and operate with minimal supervision.

• Exceptional listening, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• Professional appearance and demeanor are essential.

• Experienced litigator with a defense-oriented mindset and strong courtroom presence.

• Demonstrated success in managing litigation teams and mentoring junior attorneys.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, with an additional $7,500 for each subsequent tier.

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, and life insurance, with options available at no cost to employees.

• 401(k) plan featuring a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the subsequent 4-5%.

• Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan, providing $100-$200/month for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm.

• Paid parental leave at base salary.

• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

• Employee Assistance Program provided through HealthAdvocate.

• Extensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.

• Firm-sponsored CLE programs and coverage for bar license renewal fees.

• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.

• Clearly defined pathway to partnership.

• Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.

• Firm-wide charitable giving initiatives.

• A variety of social and off-site events throughout the year.

• Flexible Work Model: Options for remote, hybrid, or onsite work are available.