Senior Counsel – Lemon Law Litigation

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

📋 Description

• Create persuasive case themes for defense litigation.

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

• Oversee cases from strategic planning through discovery, motion practice, and trial preparations.

• Collaborate effectively with attorneys across all levels of experience.

• Maintain regular communication with clients.

• Build and nurture relationships with current and potential clients.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys.

• Represent manufacturers and corporate clients in high-stakes Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and consumer litigation cases throughout California.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Active membership in the State Bar of California is mandatory.

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

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience focused on Lemon Law defense cases.

• At least 2 years of experience in CRLA, tenant advocacy, or housing litigation.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in General Liability defense.

• Capability to manage all aspects of case handling, including discovery and trial.

• Preferred experience in handling insurance defense cases.

• Familiarity with time management systems.

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.

• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• Professional demeanor and appearance.

• Experience in Lemon Law, automotive warranty, or complex civil litigation, particularly regarding the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.

• Valued experience representing manufacturers, automotive clients, or other product defendants.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with an additional $7,500 for each extra tier.

• Extensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and life insurance, available at no cost to employees.

• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 4–5%.

• Student loan repayment assistance or a 529 college savings plan ($100–$200/month for full-time attorneys after one year).

• Paid parental leave at base salary.

• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.

• In-depth in-house training and leadership development opportunities.

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

• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.

• Clear path to partnership.

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

• Company-wide charitable giving program.

• Various social and off-site events held annually.

• Flexible work arrangements available: remote, hybrid, or on-site options.