Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated associate attorney to join its litigation group in Santa Rosa, CA. The role involves working closely with partners and a collaborative team on a broad range of civil litigation, including trust and probate matters. This position offers immediate responsibility, direct client contact, and strong mentorship.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft clear, persuasive pleadings and motions.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear and argue in court.
• Participate in case strategy and settlement negotiations.

Requirements

• Excited to practice and grow a career in Sonoma County.
• Possess outstanding legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Have strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, adaptability, and eagerness to learn.
• Prior experience or interest in civil litigation and/or trust and probate litigation preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficient in case management and legal software.

Benefits

• Supportive, team-oriented culture under direct partner mentorship.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
• Opportunities for advancement and exposure to a wide range of sophisticated litigation matters.
• Meaningful community impact serving clients locally, nationally, and internationally.

Located in Santa Rosa, California, this law firm is a full service law firm. This firm is made up of highly skilled, experienced and educated attorneys. As one of the largest law firms in the North Bay area, this firm represents individuals, businesses, and both private and public entities. The firm is consistently delivering the highest levels of service to its clients. The goal of this firm is clear and open communication with clients in order to keep them satisfied and successful. The firm is fluent in both English and Spanish, and is actively involved in the community around them. This firm's areas of expertise are as follows: litigation, business formations and transactions, family law, home owner association law, land use, real estate, estate planning, employment law, probate and trust administration, administrative law, long term care and health care litigation.