Senior Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Flexible vacation policy

Professional development programs

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior Counsel for a law firm in Costa Mesa, CA. The role requires an active California bar license and offers leadership of high-exposure cases in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

The candidate will develop case themes, handle court appearances, and mentor junior attorneys while maintaining client communications and building client relationships.

Qualifications

• Active California bar license required.
• 8+ years of litigation experience including depositions and trials.
• Experience in insurance defense matters preferred.
• JD from ABA-approved school.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
• Strong professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case themes to counter plaintiff strategies.
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
• Collaborate with team members across experience levels.
• Maintain routine communications with clients.
• Foster relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced attorneys.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Courtroom presence

Leadership

Mentoring

Time management

Independent decision-making

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited school

Tools

MS Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Senior Counsel in Costa Mesa, CA. This role requires an active bar license in the State of California and offers an opportunity to lead high-exposure cases within a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Duties

• Develop compelling case themes to counter plaintiff strategies.
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials.
• Collaborate with team members across various experience levels.
• Maintain routine communications with clients.
• Foster relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced attorneys.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-approved school.
• Active California bar license.
• 8+ years of litigation experience, including deposition and trial preparation.
• Experience in insurance defense matters preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong time management and independent decision-making skills.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Education

• JD from an ABA-approved school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and courtroom presence.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to manage complex cases independently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with employer matching.
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Monthly technology reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate.
• In-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees.
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.
• Defined pathway to partnership.
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs.
• Firm-wide charitable giving program.
• Numerous social and off-site events.
• Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.