Senior Counsel, Core Litigation

University of California Office of the President; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Office of the President, in Oakland, seeks a Counsel 4 for the Office of General Counsel. The role oversees outside counsel, handles complex civil litigation, and advises senior leaders on legal policy implications.

Candidates must have a California Bar and at least eight years of litigation experience. This senior position requires leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage high-stakes matters across campuses.

Qualifications

• Strong collaboration, facilitation and strategic thinking.
• Thorough understanding of complex legal issues.
• Excellent interpersonal communication; negotiate, persuade and educate.
• Ability to build credibility with senior leaders.
• Strong written communication; prepare persuasive materials.
• Advanced research for pleadings, responses, and briefs.
• Proven decision-making and credibility with colleagues.
• Coaching/leadership to guide junior staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
• Advanced project management and policy review.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• Advise senior leaders on policy implications.
• Develop practices to conform with changing legal requirements.
• Provide expertise on complex civil litigation.
• Manage outside counsel and represent University in litigation.
• Support governance with litigation items for Regents.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced attorneys.

Skills

Collaboration

Facilitation

Strategic thinking

Creative thinking

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Decision making

Leadership

Project management

Education

Advanced degree in law

Job description

The University of California, Office of the President, in Oakland, seeks a Counsel 4 for the Office of General Counsel. The role oversees outside counsel, handles complex civil litigation, and advises senior leaders on legal policy implications.

Candidates must have a California Bar and at least eight years of litigation experience. This senior position requires leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage high-stakes matters across campuses.