CMBG3 Law ยท 4 days ago
Senior Trial Counsel
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$225K/yr - $275K/yr
7+ years expCMBG3 Law is a majority women-owned nationwide law firm comprised of a diverse team of pro-active trial attorneys and litigators. The Senior Trial Counsel serves as the first chair trial attorney in complex litigation matters, developing and executing trial strategies while managing high-stakes litigation independently and mentoring junior attorneys.
InsuranceLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Serve as first-chair trial counsel in complex litigation matters in state and federal courts, including responsibility for trial strategy, presentation, and execution
Draft and oversee original motions, pleadings, and substantive litigation filings in complex matters, including dispositive and evidentiary motions
Lead all phases of discovery, including development of discovery strategy, drafting and responding to written discovery, and managing discovery exchanged among multiple parties
Develop, refine, and execute case defenses, litigation strategy, and trial themes with full strategic autonomy
Analyze and apply state and federal case law, statutes, and regulatory authority to case facts in support of dispositive motions, evidentiary motions, and trial strategy
Prepare, examine, and cross-examine fact witnesses, expert witnesses, and corporate representatives in depositions, hearings, and trials
Take and defend lay, expert, and corporate representative depositions, including strategic preparation and examination
Argue motions and lead court appearances, hearings, and evidentiary proceedings
Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear, strategic, and professional oral and written communication, including trial preparation and post-trial reporting
Draft comprehensive pre-trial reports, trial briefs, case evaluations, and exposure and risk analyses
Lead mediations, settlement conferences, and court-mandated proceedings; negotiate settlements and trial resolutions with plaintiffs and opposing counsel
Develop comprehensive strategies for case resolution, balancing trial risk, client objectives, and business considerations
Supervise, assign, and review work performed by junior attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support staff to ensure trial readiness and strategic consistency
Serve as a mentor and trial resource to junior attorneys, including providing courtroom training and advocacy guidance
Provide substantive leadership and trial support to Shareholders, Partners, and Senior Counsel on high-exposure matters
Participate in business development, client presentations, and firm growth initiatives, including leveraging trial experience to support client relationships
Demonstrate leadership through participation in bar associations, professional organizations, and community involvement
Meet annual billable hour requirements and comply with firm timekeeping, ethical, and professional responsibility policies
Perform additional responsibilities as requested by management
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active admission to practice law and in good standing in the state of Illinois; multiple state bar admissions strongly preferred
Minimum of seven (7) or more years of litigation experience in a law firm environment, with significant first-chair trial experience
Demonstrated experience serving as lead trial counsel in state and/or federal court proceedings, including jury and bench trials
Willingness and ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, depositions, and client meetings, including travel outside the attorney's home jurisdiction
Proven ability to manage high-stakes, complex litigation matters from inception through trial and resolution
Substantive litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: product liability, toxic torts, environmental law, commercial litigation, construction litigation, insurance defense, business litigation, or other complex risk management matters
Demonstrated experience managing billable work and meeting billable hour requirements in a law firm setting
Strong client service orientation with proven experience advising clients on trial strategy, risk, and outcomes
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure litigation environment
Demonstrated leadership ability and experience supervising attorneys and litigation support staff
Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills with strong attention to detail and strategic judgment
Ability to work effectively under pressure while exercising sound professional and ethical judgment
Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continued professional development and trial excellence
Professional, polished demeanor and commitment to the highest ethical standards
Preferred
Asbestos, Talc, or other toxic tort experience defense highly preferred
Experience with Filevine or other document management systems preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings
Paid time off and holidays
Company
CMBG3 Law
CMBG3 Law is a dynamic law firm that litigttes, counsels, and navigates its clients through complex legal matters.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mary Beth Dopfer
Chief Financial Officer
Kendra Bergeron
Partner and Chief Operating Officer
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