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The Supervising Litigation Attorney oversees a high-volume litigation caseload and manages a multi-tiered legal team including associate attorneys, law clerks, legal assistants, and paralegals. This role requires strong organizational leadership, sound case strategy judgment, and the ability to manage competing deadlines across a large docket while maintaining quality control over discovery, motion practice, and client communication. The ideal candidate is a resilient, level-headed leader who can effectively manage strong personalities across the team and with opposing counsel.

• Oversee a high-volume caseload of approximately 1,400 litigation matters
• Manage and monitor case dockets to ensure all deadlines, filings, and court dates are tracked and met
• Prioritize case assignments across the team based on urgency, complexity, and staffing capacity
• Identify at-risk cases (approaching deadlines, discovery disputes, escalations) and redirect resources as needed

• Supervise the drafting and review of motions to compel and related discovery motions
• Supervise the drafting of requests and responses related to depositions and vehicle inspections
• Supervise the preparation and drafting of motions for terminating sanctions
• Review work product from attorneys, law clerks, legal assistants, and paralegals for accuracy, strategy alignment, and compliance with court rules before filing
• Ensure discovery disputes are escalated and resolved appropriately (meet-and-confer, motion practice, hearings)

• Supervise scheduling and coordination of depositions across the caseload
• Attend and/or oversee in-person and virtual hearings on a daily basis given the high-volume caseload
• Ensure attorneys are adequately prepared for depositions, hearings, and inspections

• Develop and direct case strategy across the team's caseload, adjusting approach based on case posture, exposure, and client goals
• Handle escalated client calls, including sensitive or high-conflict situations requiring senior-level judgment
• Communicate case status, strategy, and risk assessments clearly to clients
• Serve as a point of contact for complex or contentious matters requiring direct partner/client-facing involvement

• Communicate professionally and strategically with opposing counsel on case matters, scheduling, and disputes
• Manage day-to-day email communication across a high case volume with prompt, organized responses
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of attorneys, law clerks, legal assistants, and paralegals
• Navigate and de-escalate conflicts involving strong, assertive, or difficult personalities - both internally and with opposing counsel
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining accountability for outcomes across the team
• Conduct regular check-ins with team members to monitor workload, morale, and case progress

• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities across a large docket
• Strong leadership and conflict-management skills, including the ability to work effectively with difficult or strong personalities
• Sound, decisive case strategy judgment under time pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence with opposing counsel
• Comfort with both in-person and virtual court appearances and hearings
• Proficiency with case management and docketing software, e-discovery tools, and email/communication platforms
• Composure and professionalism in high-pressure, high-conflict situations (escalated clients, contentious opposing counsel)

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• Minimum of 5 years of civil litigation experience, ideally including high-volume defense litigation (e.g., insurance defense, personal injury, or similar practice area)
• Demonstrated experience managing a large caseload and supervising a multi-role legal team
• Experience with discovery motion practice, including motions to compel and terminating sanctions
• Strong track record of managing depositions, hearings, and inspections at scale

We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team through a robust and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with Employer Match - Plan for your future with confidence and company support.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Short-Term, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance - Financial protection for life’s unexpected events.
• Paid Parking - Convenient and covered, so you can focus on your day.
• Generous Paid Time Off - Ample time to rest, recharge, and take care of personal matters.
• Employee Referral Program - Earn rewards for introducing talented individuals to our team.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential resources for personal and professional support.
• Employee Discount Program - Access to exclusive savings on a variety of products and services.
• Compensation: $190-220k