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Senior Litigation Counsel

Role overview

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Active California Bar license in good standing
  • 5+ years of business or commercial litigation experience
  • Strong courtroom, motion practice, and deposition experience

Responsibilities

  • Handle sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
  • Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk assessment and dispute resolution
  • Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
  • Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues under California law

Key facts

Other skills

  • Negotiation
  • Collaboration
  • Detail Oriented
  • Time Management

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Job description

Pay: $150,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a highly respected boutique litigation practice handling sophisticated business disputes.
  • Manage complex litigation matters from case strategy through resolution with significant autonomy.
  • Work remotely while representing California business clients in high-impact cases.
  • Collaborate with experienced litigators in a client-focused, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Enjoy meaningful courtroom work, strategic case management, and direct client interaction.
  • Opportunity to influence litigation strategy, firm growth, and long-term client relationships.
  • Competitive compensation with strong long-term career potential.

Location: Remote within California. Candidates must reside in California and be licensed with the California State Bar. Occasional in-person court appearances and client meetings may be required.

Note: Candidates must have 5+ years of business or commercial litigation experience, be licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar, and currently reside in California.

About Us

We are a growing boutique litigation practice dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation to businesses facing complex disputes. Our team believes in combining outstanding legal advocacy with personalized client service, strategic thinking, and practical solutions. We value collaboration, integrity, professionalism, and building lasting relationships with both our clients and our team. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Handle sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
  • Develop litigation strategy and advise clients on risk assessment and dispute resolution.
  • Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
  • Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues under California law.
  • Manage all phases of discovery, including depositions, written discovery, and document review.
  • Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial.
  • Negotiate settlements while protecting client interests and business objectives.
  • Appear before California Superior Courts for hearings and other proceedings.
  • Collaborate with firm leadership to develop litigation strategy and improve client outcomes.
  • Manage deadlines while independently handling an active litigation caseload.

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school.
  • Active California Bar license in good standing.
  • 5+ years of business or commercial litigation experience.
  • Strong courtroom, motion practice, and deposition experience.
  • Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
  • Experience managing litigation files independently.
  • Strong negotiation and client counseling abilities.
  • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working remotely while managing deadlines effectively.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a collaborative boutique firm where your experience is valued and your voice matters. We empower our attorneys with autonomy, sophisticated work, direct client relationships, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you're looking for a practice where quality legal work, professionalism, and client service come first, you'll thrive on our team.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

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