Senior Counsel

The Partners Group; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Partners Group is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel for corporate litigation to lead high-severity matters in Atlanta or remotely. The role requires shaping litigation strategy, advising business leaders on risk and resolution, and partnering with legal and business teams to align on enterprise priorities.

Key responsibilities include directing complex litigation, guiding case strategy, communicating guidance to partners, and identifying trends to reduce risk across the organization.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of litigation experience.
• J.D. and active law license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex corporate litigation, including bad faith matters.
• Develop case strategies aligned with business priorities and risk tolerance.
• Advise business leaders on litigation posture, settlement, and reserving.
• Manage outside counsel and communicate legal guidance clearly.
• Identify litigation trends and recommend practical steps to reduce risk.
• Partner across Legal and business teams to support consistent strategy and practices.

Skills

Litigation experience

Risk assessment

Independent worker

Communication to business partners

Education

J.D. and active law license in good standing

Job description

(EXCLUSIVE) SENIOR COUNSEL, CORPORATE LITIGATION WANTED FOR PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURER (Atlanta, GA or Remote) – Our client, a rapidly expanding professional liability provider, is seeking an experienced litigator to lead complex, high-severity matters and provide practical legal guidance across the business. The Senior Counsel will shape litigation strategy, advise business leaders on risk and resolution, and identify trends that can help prevent future disputes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex corporate litigation, including bad faith matters.
• Develop case strategies aligned with business priorities and risk tolerance.
• Advise business leaders on litigation posture, settlement, and reserving.
• Manage outside counsel and communicate legal guidance clearly.
• Identify litigation trends and recommend practical steps to reduce risk.
• Partner across Legal and business teams to support consistent strategy and practices.

Qualifications:

• J.D. and active law license in good standing.
• A minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience with bad faith, complex, or high severity matters preferred.
• Strong legal judgment, analytical skills, and ability to work independently.
• Clear communicator who can explain complex legal issues to business partners.

This is an opportunity for a skilled litigator to influence enterprise strategy, guide high-impact matters, and use portfolio insights to support proactive risk management.