Senior Counsel, Core Litigation

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Office of the President, Oakland location, seeks a seasoned Counsel 4 to oversee core litigation, oversee outside counsel, and provide strategic legal guidance across campuses. The role entails managing complex civil litigation, advising senior leaders, and training junior attorneys while ensuring compliance with university policies.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced degree, California Bar membership, and at least 8 years of litigation experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of litigation experience in a law firm, or in-house counsel for an academic institution, corporation or other entity.

Responsibilities

• Establishes effective relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• Works with colleagues to develop and modify practices and procedures to conform with changing legal requirements.
• Directly negotiates matters on behalf of The Regents.
• Manages and oversees outside counsel, and/or directly represent the University in complex litigation.
• Provides functional advice, training and guidance and mentors less-experienced attorneys.

Skills

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Research skills

Decision making

Leadership

Coaching

Confidentiality

Ethical standards

Project management

Creativity

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

The University of California, Office of the President, Oakland location, seeks a seasoned Counsel 4 to oversee core litigation, oversee outside counsel, and provide strategic legal guidance across campuses. The role entails managing complex civil litigation, advising senior leaders, and training junior attorneys while ensuring compliance with university policies.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced degree, California Bar membership, and at least 8 years of litigation experience, with strong