Senior Counsel - Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Omaha, Nebraska seeks an experienced Senior Counsel - Litigation Attorney to represent clients in court, arbitrations, mediations and administrative hearings. The role requires leading complex civil and commercial litigation, developing strategies, mentoring junior attorneys, and contributing to business development.

Ideal candidate has 7+ years of trial experience, Nebraska bar membership, strong leadership, and meticulous organization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced written and verbal advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving abilities.
• Significant deposition and jury trial experience.
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Represent clients in court, mediations, arbitrations, and other adversarial proceedings.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with client goals.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Lead discovery, including depositions of fact and expert witnesses.
• Participate in and lead mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Contribute to business development and thought leadership efforts.
• Mentor and supervise attorneys, paralegals, and staff.

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition & trial

Mediation & arbitration

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Nebraska Bar membership

Iowa licensure preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Counsel - Litigation Attorney in Omaha, Nebraska. This senior-level position involves representing clients in court and adversarial proceedings, including arbitrations, mediations, and administrative hearings. The ideal candidate is a seasoned litigator capable of independently managing complex matters and serving as a trusted advisor to business owners and individuals.

Duties

• Independently manage complex civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Represent clients in court, mediations, arbitrations, and other adversarial proceedings.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with client goals.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Lead discovery, including depositions of fact and expert witnesses.
• Participate in and lead mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Contribute to business development and thought leadership efforts.
• Mentor and supervise attorneys, paralegals, and staff.

Requirements

• Advanced written and verbal advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving abilities.
• Significant deposition and jury trial experience.
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active Bar membership in Nebraska; Iowa licensure strongly preferred.

Skills

• 7+ years of litigation experience, including motion practice, complex discovery, depositions, mediation, and trial work.
• Experience in medical malpractice, employment law, commercial litigation, or civil litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and mentor team members.

Benefits