Senior Counsel – Lemon Law Litigation

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

📋 Description

• Create persuasive case themes for defense litigation.

• Take charge of court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently.

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

• Collaborate as a team member across varying levels of experience.

• Maintain regular communication with clients.

• Build and nurture relationships with current and prospective clients.

• Guide and mentor less experienced attorneys.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited institution.

• Active membership with the State Bar of California; must hold a license in California.

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

• At least 5 years of litigation experience focused on Lemon Law defense matters.

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

• At least 2 years of experience in General Liability defense.

• Capability to manage comprehensive case responsibilities, encompassing all aspects of discovery and trial.

• Preferred experience in handling insurance defense matters.

• Familiarity with time management systems.

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

• Ability to operate independently with minimal oversight.

• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Professional demeanor and appearance.

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

• Valued experience representing manufacturers, automotive clients, or other product defendants; consumer advocacy or CRLA backgrounds are encouraged.

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, with plans available at no cost to employees.

• 401(k) plan featuring 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 with the firm.

• Paid parental leave at base salary.

• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60.

• Employee Assistance Program provided through HealthAdvocate.

• Comprehensive 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, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.

• Firm-wide charitable giving program.

• Multiple social and off-site events each year.

• Flexible work model: options for remote, hybrid, or onsite arrangements available.