Litigation Expert with Strategic Thinking

3 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States Socotra, Inc. Full time

At Socotra, our purpose is to serve and connect through innovative solutions. We start by creating an open, inclusive, and diverse organization that thrives on collaboration.

We are looking for a seasoned attorney with at least 4 years of litigation experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be pragmatic, entrepreneurial, and comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with high demands. This professional will oversee litigation matters and partner with departments such as Claims, Risk, Safety, Policy, and Communications to craft solutions to novel challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Hands-on work in legal matters, with a focus on personal injury cases.
  • Closely collaborate with fellow Legal Team members to develop and implement effective litigation strategies aligned with the company's broader objectives.
  • Approach all aspects of litigation proactively, including discovery, motion practice, witness preparation, and trial and appellate strategies.
  • Analyze litigation matters to inform decisions related to resolution strategy, demonstrating an understanding of current law and regulations applicable to our products and services.
  • Efficiently manage outside counsel, providing tactical guidance, staffing, case management, budgeting, and alignment with the company's overall legal strategy.
  • Provide guidance to management on litigation matters and offer sound legal advice cross-functionally to other teams.
  • Maintain effective communication with insurance carriers and other third parties.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • 4+ years practicing law at a leading law firm or in-house.
  • J.D. from a top-tier law school.
  • Member of a state bar in good standing.
  • Prior in-house experience and technology client advising experience preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving capabilities, judgment, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to operate autonomously while being a team player with a positive attitude.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
  • Resourceful self-starter with a passion for results.
  • Familiarity with the transportation and ridesharing industries, as well as the sharing economy.
Benefits:
  • Competitive estimated base salary range: $144,000 - $180,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and location.
  • Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Mental health benefits.
  • Family building benefits.
  • In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have unlimited paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off.
  • 401(k) plan to help save for your future.
  • 18 weeks of paid parental leave for biological, adoptive, and foster parents.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Lyft Pink opportunity for team members to test new benefits of our Ridership Program.
  • Socotra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.
About Us:

Socotra is an innovative company that values collaboration and diversity. We strive to create a supportive environment where professionals can grow and thrive. Our team members enjoy great benefits and opportunities for development.

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