Senior Counsel Admin Deputy - Wildfires

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior attorney to join our Wildfire Litigation team. This individual will play a key role assisting the Director of our Wildfire litigation team in an overseeing operations (including personnel management), providing leadership to the team, and driving strategy on wildfire litigation matters. This position is largely administrative in nature. The ideal candidate will bring experience in environmental law, wildfire litigation, mass tort, or complex litigation, along with a strong ability to manage cases, mentor attorneys, and collaborate with firm leadership.

SALARY: $200,000- $270,000 annually

Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualifications for the role.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Director with administrative, operational and leadership functions for the Wildfire Litigation team, ensuring efficiency and alignment with firm strategy.
• Assist the Director with managing and overseeing complex wildfire and environmental cases from intake through resolution.
• Assist the Director with developing and implementing case strategies, supervising discovery, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Mentor and supervise associate attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Work closely with firm leadership to coordinate litigation strategy and business development opportunities.
• When needed, represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Partner with internal teams to manage workflows, resources, and client communications.
• Contribute to the growth and success of the Wildfire Litigation practice area through leadership and operational oversight.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California. Special consideration given to candidates licensed in multiple jurisdictions.
• 10+ years of litigation experience with a focus on environmental, wildfire, mass tort, or complex litigation preferred.
• Proficiency in Filevine, Adobe, Excel, Microsoft Office, Outlook.  Familiarity with E-Discovery and law programs such as, Sharefile, PACER,  CaseAnywhere, Westlaw, Smart Advocate, Everlaw, OneLegal.
• Demonstrated experience in managing teams and providing leadership within a law firm or litigation practice.
• Strong case management, organizational, and operational skills.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with experience in depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across practice groups and with firm leadership.
• Commitment to client service and achieving meaningful results for impacted communities.

At Singleton Schreiber, we value the hard work and dedication of our team, and we’re proud to offer a benefits package that reflects that commitment. Our goal is to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance through a wide range of meaningful perks:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• $50,000 in life insurance provided at no cost
• 401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period
• Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering
• Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation
• Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk, $150 for a chair (one-time)
• $25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff
• Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development
• State bar and approved professional association dues covered
• $30 Grubhub lunch credit every first Friday of the month
• Community engagement support: matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: Singleton Schreiber, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of candidates will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.