Senior Associate Attorney

Senior Associate Attorney

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex insurance-related civil litigation matters from intake through resolution or trial
• Evaluate liability, damages, coverage considerations, and recovery strategies
• Develop and execute case strategies aligned with client objectives
• Draft and argue substantive motions
• Lead written discovery, take and defend depositions, and retain appropriate experts
• Handle hearings, mediations, settlement conferences and other proceedings
• Direct all phases of trial preparation and serve as lead or supporting trial counsel
• Advisory carrier clients regarding exposure, strategy, settlement value and litigation risk
• Negotiate settlements and drive cases toward efficient, favorable outcomes
• Supervise and mentor junior associates, paralegals and litigation support professionals
• Manage a substantial caseload while maintaining quality, responsiveness and deadline compliance
• Maintain accurate case records and billable time in ProLaw
• Participate in seminars, client education, professional speaking engagements, and business development

Requirements

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
• Five to ten years of civil litigation experience
• Significant experience taking and defending depositions
• Advanced experience with discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Strong legal writing, advocacy, negotiation and strategic analysis skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload without sacrificing work quality
• Leadership skills and the ability to mentor less-experienced attorneys

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Associate bonus pool based on firm profitability, billable hours, and individual performance
• 3% Safe Harbor retirement contribution after six months, regardless of employee contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire
• Unlimited paid time off
• Nine paid holidays