In-house Counsel Outside Litigation | Public Entity Pooling | Hybrid

Sedgwick

Sacramento, CA, US
Base: $150,000 to $160,000 usd annual; bonus: elig...
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8+ years collaborating with outside counsel
Experience overseeing litigated claims
Superior presentation and diplomatic skills
** Sedgwick is seeking an experienced In-house Counsel for its Public Entity Pooling team in Sacramento, CA, offering a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience in litigation, overseeing claims, and managing outside counsel, with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves acting as the pool client representative to oversee liability programs and manage the use of outside counsel for public entities in Northern California.
  • Candidates will attend mediations, settlement conferences, and trials while controlling negotiation strategy and providing strategic direction to the board.
  • Sedgwick offers a hybrid work schedule with two days in the Sacramento office, flexible benefits including medical and 401k on day one, and a diverse culture.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Sedgwick is seeking an experienced In-house Counsel for its Public Entity Pooling team in Sacramento, CA, offering a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience in litigation, overseeing claims, and managing outside counsel, with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. **

Salary

Base: $150,000 to $160,000 USD Annual; Bonus: Eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, PTO, disability, life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years collaborating with outside counsel
  • Experience overseeing litigated claims
  • Superior presentation and diplomatic skills
  • Strategic planning for public entity defense
  • Knowledge of discovery process and civil procedure

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative non-adversarial work environment
  • Ability to work in a team setting
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Experience with mock trials and focus groups

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited college or university
  • Current license to practice law in the jurisdiction
  • Eight (8) years of related experience required

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