Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a highly skilled and experienced Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Sacramento, CA office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a range of legal tasks, including legal research, motion drafting, deposition handling, and managing discovery-related activities. The candidate should have a strong background in California employment litigation, exceptional analytical and writing skills, and a commitment to providing excellent client service.

Job Details:

• Perform legal research, draft motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda.
• Argue motions, take and defend depositions, and manage discovery-related activities and investigations.
• Draft position statements, dispositive motions, employee handbooks, and employee policies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in California.
• Minimum of 3+ years of California employment litigation experience.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Passion for client service and practice development.
• Academic excellence, with a preference for candidates in the top 25% of their law school class.

Job Location: Sacramento, CA

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive training and development programs, including an annual firm-wide Attorney Retreat.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and bar admission expense reimbursement.
• Competitive annual bonus programs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Affordable health, life, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and health care expenses.
• Teladoc for 24/7 access to a doctor by phone or online video.
• Employee assistance program.
• Back-up childcare program.
• Paid parental leave on-ramping program.