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Counsel / Of Counsel / Partner – Executive Crisis Management, Investigations & Defense

Global Law Firm with a Boutique Feel | San Francisco

Our client, a global law firm with a boutique feel, is seeking a Counsel, Of Counsel, or Partner to join its growing Executive Crisis Management, Investigations & Defense practice in San Francisco.

NO PORTABLE BOOK IS NEEDED.

This group represents senior executives, founders, and technology leaders at the forefront of AI, cryptocurrency, cybersecurity, and other emerging sectors. The team handles:

• Government investigations and enforcement actions
• High-stakes litigation and reputational crises
• Corporate internal investigations involving complex technology and business issues

The practice is highly regarded for advising executives and founders in high-profile, sensitive matters that demand strategic legal and reputational defense.

Candidate Profile

• 6–12+ years of experience in litigation, government enforcement defense, or internal investigations.
• Prior experience advising senior executives or technology clients strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work on cross-border or cross-functional matters.
• Skilled at navigating sensitive, high-visibility cases requiring both legal expertise and strategic insight.

The Opportunity

• True hybrid flexibility: 3 days per week in-office.
• Sustainable billing expectations:
• Associates: ~1,600 billable hours
• Partners: ~1,400 billable hours
• A global platform with offices across the US, Europe, and Asia, while maintaining a tight-knit, boutique culture locally.
• The chance to collaborate with recognized leaders in crisis management, white collar defense, investigations, and litigation.

This role offers a rare opportunity to work with high-profile clients in the technology sector while benefiting from a balanced and flexible environment not typically associated with BigLaw.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries
• Law Practice

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