Role OverviewThe role is for an experienced litigator who can take ownership of cases, communicate proactively, and make an impact. The team handles substantive insurance defense and civil litigation, with opportunities to develop cases from beginning to end.
What You Will Do
As a Senior Counsel, you will independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials, and work as part of a team with all levels of experience. You will also cultivate relationships with clients, provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys, and refuse to accept mediocrity in your work.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The firm values autonomy, accountability, and performance, and is looking for attorneys who have challenged themselves, learned from experience, and are still interested in becoming better lawyers.
Requirements
- JD from an ABA-approved school
- Must be licensed in the State of California
- 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
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including health, vision, dental, and life coverage
- 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
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