Senior Counsel (Complex Trial)
$160,000–$190,000 year
Hybrid · Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Summary
Senior Counsel on our Complex Trial Team leads high-exposure insurance defense matters, including cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability, with responsibilities spanning case strategy, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and courtroom representation. You will mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with expert witnesses to strengthen arguments, while advising clients and insurance carriers on case developments. The role values a JD, California bar license, and a track record of lead trial work in complex insurance-defense litigation, along with strong oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in the State of California and eligibility to practice in federal courts
- 8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work
- Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies
- Proven ability to manage and prioritize a large, demanding caseload with limited oversight
- Exceptional oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills
- Strong client relationship management skills with an ability to communicate complex legal strategies effectively
- Background in catastrophic injury, construction defect, or professional liability cases preferred
- Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software
- Membership in local or national trial lawyer associations is a plus
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