Job Description

Senior Litigation Counsel / Partner-Level Attorney – ERISA & Financial Services Class Actions
San Diego | Primarily In-Office with Some Hybrid Flexibility

A nationally recognized plaintiff-side law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Counsel or Partner-Level Attorney to join its established ERISA and Financial Services litigation team in San Diego. This group handles sophisticated, high-value class actions against major corporations and financial institutions. The role offers the opportunity to take on significant responsibility in complex federal litigation matters while working within a collaborative, nationally integrated team. This is a strong opportunity for a litigator seeking meaningful leadership responsibility within a respected plaintiff-side practice handling impactful, precedent-setting matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support complex ERISA and financial services class action matters
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Develop litigation strategy and oversee case progression
• Supervise and mentor associates and junior attorneys
• Participate in mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Manage case deadlines, workflow, and billing responsibilities
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of federal litigation experience (more senior candidates encouraged to apply)
• ERISA class action experience strongly preferred
• Experience managing cases and/or supervising attorneys is a plus
• Exposure to financial services or financial products litigation is valued
• Excellent writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Active California Bar license in good standing

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• MCLE and bar dues covered
• Parking provided

To learn more, contact Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241. All inquiries are kept confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.