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Litigation Associate (Mid to Senior level) Sacramento

$215k - $350k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Associate – Sacramento, CA

Direct Counsel is representing a leading AmLaw 100 firm seeking a 3rd–6th Year Litigation Associate to join its Sacramento office.

Key Responsibilities
  • Handle complex litigation in state and federal courts
  • Draft and argue motions, including dismissal, summary judgment, and class certification
  • Prepare and respond to writs and appeals
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Assist with trial preparation and case strategy
  • Manage cases and mentor junior associates
  • Analyze complex legal issues and develop strategic solutions
Qualifications
  • 3–6 years of complex litigation experience
  • Proven experience arguing motions and handling depositions
  • Strong legal writing, analytical, and strategic skills
  • Trial preparation and case management experience
  • Experience supervising and mentoring junior attorneys
  • Law Review experience preferred
  • Strong academic credentials from a top law school
  • California Bar admission required
Position Details

Sacramento, CA
Hybrid | Full-Time
3rd–6th Year Litigation Associate
$215,000–$350,000 + competitive compensation & excellent benefits

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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