Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title

Civil Litigation Attorney

Location

Citrus Heights, California |

Work Arrangement

Hybrid (Full-Time)

Compensation

$200,000 – $250,000 Base Salary + Annual Billing Bonus

About the Organization

Our client is a growing litigation practice dedicated to handling complex legal matters and delivering high-quality advocacy. The firm fosters a collaborative, supportive, and high-performance environment focused on technical excellence, strategic dispute resolution, and comprehensive client service, offering attorneys the opportunity to manage sophisticated litigation and gain significant trial experience.

Role Overview

This is a senior-level legal position focused on managing complex civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal. Working in a hybrid capacity, you will serve as first-chair trial counsel, develop effective legal strategies, conduct courtroom advocacy, and work directly with clients to achieve favorable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation

Case Management

Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal. Conduct case evaluations and develop effective legal strategies.

Pleadings

Discovery

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda. Confidently conduct and defend depositions.

Courtroom Advocacy

Prepare and argue motions in court. Represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

Client

Expert Coordination

Manage client communications, provide regular case updates, and coordinate with experts, investigators, and other litigation support professionals.

Compliance

Documentation

Conduct legal research, analyze statutes/regulations, maintain accurate case documentation, and meet all court deadlines.

Required Qualifications

Education

Licensing

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

Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar is mandatory.

Core Experience

Minimum of

8 years of civil litigation experience

with a proven history of independently managing complex cases from inception through resolution.

Trial Mastery

Demonstrated

first-chair trial experience

with strong courtroom advocacy skills.

Legal Knowledge

Strong knowledge of California civil procedure, evidence, and litigation practice.

Preferred Skills

Competencies

Advanced trial preparation, jury selection (Voir Dire), and direct/cross-examination layout.

Elite deposition management, motion practice, and legal writing skills.

Proven negotiation and alternative dispute resolution capabilities.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time-management abilities to work independently while collaborating effectively with a legal team.

Additional Operational Details

Work Arrangement Details

Hybrid Framework

Offers flexibility for remote work, but in-person attendance is strictly required for client meetings, depositions, team meetings, court appearances, and other required in-person proceedings.

Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Citrus Heights office.

Compensation, Bonus Structure

Benefits

Billable Hour Requirement

Annual billable requirement of 1,800 hours.

Attorney Bonus Program

Must achieve the annual goal of 1,800 billable hours. Earn $50 per hour for each credited hour worked above the goal (calculated using credited time, including qualifying billable and approved administrative time; capped at 250 hours above goal). Maximum Annual Bonus Opportunity: $12,500.

Perks

Growth

Competitive base salary of $200,000 – $250,000, annual billing bonus opportunity, hybrid work flexibility, collaborative team environment, and a comprehensive benefits package available upon hire.

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