Salary
💰 $160,000 - $190,000 per year
About the role
- Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff ploy for sympathy or anger
- Refuse to accept mediocrity, the average, the standard or the norm in anything
- Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs and trials
- Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences
- Routine communications with clients
- Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients
- Provide leadership and direction with respect to less experienced attorneys
- Lead high-exposure insurance-defense cases and mentor junior attorneys
- Manage litigation teams and full case-handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial preparation
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in the State of California
- Active bar license 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
- Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)
- Student loan repayment assistance OR 529 college savings program for attorneys
- 401K matching
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Internal education and leadership development programs
- Pathway to partnership for attorneys
- 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 your relationships with your colleagues
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield
- Flexible work arrangements: Office, hybrid, or remote (performance-focused)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
litigation experiencedeposition preparationtrial preparationdiscovery managementinsurance defense
Soft skills
leadershipcommunication skillsteam collaborationrelationship buildingindependent thinkingtime management
Certifications
JD from ABA approved schoolCalifornia bar license