Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

• Join a team with over 50 years of legal excellence and an AV-Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell rating, the highest honor in the industry
• Work alongside a highly skilled team of attorneys and paralegals who collaborate, support each other, and genuinely enjoy working together
• Competitive salary with a realistic and attainable bonus structure
• Realistic billable hour expectations that respect your work-life balance
• Generous retirement plan with employer contributions and matching
• Take ownership of meaningful, substantive litigation work from day one across a diverse and active caseload
• Grow your career at a firm with a strong reputation and deep roots in the Central Valley legal community

LOCATION: This is a full-time, on-site position based in Modesto, CA. We ask that new attorneys be present in-office as they settle in and get comfortable with our practice. After approximately six months, hybrid flexibility may be available for the right fit.

NOTE: Candidates must be an active member of the California State Bar and have hands-on civil litigation experience, including law and motion, depositions, and discovery. Solo practitioners are welcome to apply provided they have maintained Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance coverage.

ABOUT US

We are an established and highly respected civil litigation and general practice law firm serving individuals, businesses, insurance carriers, and governmental entities throughout California. Our team is known for its collaborative culture, deep expertise, and unwavering commitment to client outcomes. We have been consistently recognized for excellence and professionalism by the leading authorities in the legal industry. Confidential Employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Represent clients across all phases of civil litigation, from pre-suit through trial, including law and motion practice, depositions, and discovery
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on a wide range of civil matters
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, contracts, discovery responses, agreements, and other legal documents
• Appear in state and federal court proceedings on behalf of clients
• Take and defend depositions with confidence and preparation
• Collaborate with paralegals and attorney colleagues to manage active caseloads effectively
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness prep, exhibit organization, and strategy development
• Engage in mediation and arbitration proceedings when appropriate for client resolution

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active membership in the California State Bar
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, including law and motion, depositions, and discovery
• Ability to handle and manage multiple active matters simultaneously
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Solo practice backgrounds considered with documented E&O insurance coverage
• Familiarity with legal research and document management software

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

Our firm is a place where experienced attorneys do meaningful work without bureaucratic friction. You will be part of a team that has spent decades building trust with clients and with each other. The caseload is substantive, the team is collegial, and the firm's reputation opens doors. We believe in rewarding strong performance with real bonus opportunities and a retirement plan that reflects how much we value long-term commitment. If you are looking for a firm where your work matters, your voice is heard, and your career can grow, this is it.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance