Senior Counsel - Trial and Defense

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Flexible paid time off

Performance bonuses

Student debt repayment assistance

Referral rewards

Mentorship and career growth

Engaging culture with social events

Wellbeing Day

Parental leave

Global mobility program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco, CA, seeks a Senior Counsel with strong litigation experience to join their team. The role focuses on general liability, product liability, premises liability and catastrophic injury cases, with collaboration with the Aviation practice group.

The ideal candidate has extensive deposition, discovery, motion practice and pre-trial preparation experience, excellent writing and advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters and communicate effectively with

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Nevada bar admission.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and develop case strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in these processes.
• Report effectively to clients.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Writing

Oral Advocacy

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Counsel with strong litigation experience to join their team in San Francisco, California. The role involves handling general liability, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases, with collaboration alongside the Aviation practice group. The ideal candidate will demonstrate substantial experience in depositions, discovery, motion practice, and pre-trial preparation.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and develop case strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in these processes.
• Report effectively to clients.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the bar in Nevada.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Nevada.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Proactive and organized approach.
• Ability to interact positively with opposing counsel and clients.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.