Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Attorney - Municipal Law & Litigation

Location: California (Multiple Locations)
Work Arrangement: On-site / Hybrid / Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Billable Hours: 1,800 annually

We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of legal experience to join a growing municipal advisory and litigation practice. The attorney will represent public entities, including cities, counties, and special districts, in a variety of advisory and litigation matters throughout California.

The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, excellent legal research and writing skills, and the ability to handle complex legal matters independently while collaborating with a team of attorneys.

• Represent municipal and public-sector clients in advisory and litigation matters.

• Handle litigation matters, including trial court proceedings and writ proceedings.

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and prepare persuasive legal briefs, pleadings, motions, and memoranda.

• Develop litigation strategies and provide practical legal guidance to clients.

• Handle appellate advocacy and related legal proceedings, as applicable.

• Advise public entities on legal matters involving municipal and governmental operations.

• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver effective legal representation and client service.

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

• Active membership and good standing with the California State Bar.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience.

• Prior litigation experience is required.

• Excellent academic credentials.

• Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience or a strong interest in public law or municipal law.

• Familiarity with trial court writ proceedings.

• Experience or interest in appellate advocacy.

• Prior experience representing cities, counties, special districts, or other public entities.

• Annual salary range depending on experience and work location.

• Billable-hour expectation of 1,800 hours annually.

• Flexible work arrangements, including on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities.

• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging municipal advisory and litigation matters within a collaborative legal environment.

Opportunities are available across multiple locations in California, including Pasadena, Grass Valley, Orange County, Petaluma, Sacramento, San Diego, and Walnut Creek. Location is negotiable.

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

Company Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities