Susman Godfrey Of Counsel work closely with Partners and Associates as integrated members of trial teams. Of Counsel have the opportunity to handle every aspect of a case from briefing to trial and participate in all aspects of case prosecution and defense. Backed by the firm’s trial expertise and top-tier talent, the role offers meaningful autonomy, flexibility, and influence—without sacrificing access to marquee cases or sophisticated clients.
Being an Of Counsel at Susman Godrey
Susman Godfrey considers Of Counsel a crucial firm resource – there is no artificial limit on the role of an Of Counsel. Of Counsel work closely with our partners and associates as integrated members of our trial teams.
Of Counsel participate in firm management and engagement. Of Counsel vote on accepting new cases and other important firm matters . The firm meets weekly to discuss new cases, and all of counsel are encouraged to attend and participate. Similarly, Of Counsel are encouraged to attend and participate in CLE and training events. Of Counsel are also entitled to receive client origination credit for work they bring in.
Compensation and Benefits
Susman Godfrey provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. Highlights of each benefit are as follows:
- Comprehensive major medical insurance
- Life and accidental death dismemberment insurance and group long term disability
- Various forms of leave as described in the firm’s Human Resources policies
- Participation in the firm’s 401(k) retirement savings plan and Flexible Benefits plan
- Professional dues and reasonable costs related to continuing legal education
- Reimbursement of reasonable business-related expenses
Susman Godfrey offers a competitive compensation package to all Of Counsel.
More information and compensation and benefits is provided during the interview process.
Policies
Of Counsel are expected to have several years of commercial litigation experience but are not required to have clerked for federal judges.
A minimum of 2000 billable hours a year is expected with additional hours being considered when bonuses are awarded.
Diversity
Susman Godfrey is committed to diversity among our lawyers and other employees. The firm has created a number of diversity initiatives, including a summer Diversity Fellowship for 1L students and the Susman Godfrey Prize for 1L and 2L students of color. We seek to attract the brightest minds in the country to work here, drawing from a broad range of talent. Susman Godfrey does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Susman Godfrey’s Diversity Committee at diversity@susmangodfrey.com.
Applying to Work at Susman Godfrey
Application materials, including resume, writing samples, and law school transcript, can be submitted to Alexis Standerfer at astanderfer@susmangodfrey.com.
