Business Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Litigation Practice Group in Sacramento, California. The ideal candidate will have over three years of recent business litigation experience, be licensed to practice in California, and possess strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

Duties

• Provide legal research and analysis in pleadings, memoranda, and other written documents.
• Draft pleadings and other case documents.
• Attend hearings.
• Manage matters from commencement to final resolution.
• Professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys.

Requirements

• Must have a Juris Doctorate with excellent academic credentials.
• Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in California.
• Familiarity with federal and state court procedural rules and practices.
• Familiarity with and ability to prepare basic litigation documents.
• Must have case management experience.
• Clear and effective drafting skills.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Ability to learn new substantive legal topics as needed.
• Ability to provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Strong organization and matter management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.

Education

• Juris Doctorate

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California

Skills

• Strong writing and drafting skills
• Effective communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage cases independently

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• 401k
• Full benefits package