Senior Counsel – Insurance Defense
Recruiting Partner: Antonio A. Soto
San Diego, California | Legal | Hybrid | $235,000 to $275,000 | Job ID: 179036
Job Summary
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Join a leading international law firm known for its commitment to professional development, dynamic culture, and meaningful impacts in insurance defense. This is an opportunity to play a key role with autonomy in high-level litigation, mentoring, and client partnerships.
Senior Counsel Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary $235-275K
- Annual performance-based bonuses, plus monthly bonus opportunities up to $2K
- Hybrid work flexibility for a balanced remote/in-office schedule
- Flexible paid time off, trusting attorneys’ professional judgment
- Inclusive parental leave (6 months fully paid for all parents)
- Wellbeing benefits include $300 annually for wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
- Retirement benefits begin on day one—100% vested
- Global mobility program and opportunities for cross-office events and collaboration
- Generous referral bonuses and robust career/mentoring support
- Engaging culture with social events, volunteering, and training
Senior Counsel Requirements & Qualifications
- Active admission to the bar in California
- 10+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
- Proven expertise in all aspects of litigation and discovery
- Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
- Effective oral advocacy in court and client settings
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and leadership abilities
Senior Counsel Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience supervising and mentoring associates and paralegals
- Proficiency using Westlaw for legal research
Senior Counsel Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of 10–20 matters independently
- Prepare and execute discovery strategies, draft pleadings, and respond to discovery
- Conduct legal research and analyze key documents for production
- Take and defend depositions
- Attend hearings, argue motions, and draft pre-trial/trial documents
- Prepare and participate in mediation and trial proceedings
- Provide transparent and proactive communication with clients
- Supervise and support associates and paralegals in their development
This is a chance to thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment where your growth and expertise make a direct impact.
JOB ID: 179036
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