Associate Attorney needed for Sacramento office

Job Overview: A law firm in Sacramento, CA, specializing in political, election, and government law, is seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of legal experience, with a preference for those with expertise in lobby compliance. The role involves working on challenging legal and compliance issues in a fast-paced environment, requiring excellent research and writing skills, a strong academic background, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research on political, election, and government law issues.
• Draft legal documents, including memoranda, briefs, and other correspondence.
• Provide legal analysis and advice to clients on lobby compliance matters.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal staff on complex cases.
• Attend and participate in client meetings, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and legal trends.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of California.
• 1-4 years of relevant legal experience.
• Preferred experience in lobby compliance.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Strong academic background.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Job Location: Sacramento, CA