Associate Litigation Attorney

Sacramento Office Of La Follette Johnson, Dehaas, Fesler & Ames

The Sacramento office of La Follette Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames is seeking highly motivated associates with a minimum of 1-5 years' legal experience, preferably in civil litigation, to assist our partners in defending healthcare providers and institutions in complex medical negligence litigation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, including fact investigation and development of case strategy.
• Evaluate and analyze cases to develop litigation strategy.
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, motions, replies, and research memoranda.
• Propound and respond to discovery.
• Prepare case summaries, medical chronologies, deposition summaries/outlines, and witness outlines.
• Appear in court to argue evidentiary motions, handle hearings and attend Case Management Conferences.
• Defend and take depositions.
• Identify, retain, and manage communications with expert witnesses.
• Prepare for and participate in settlement negotiations.
• Contribute to trial preparation efforts and develop and execute comprehensive case strategies.
• Conduct legal research.
• Participate in attorney mentoring sessions and internal training opportunities.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Civil Procedure, Torts, Evidence, and Legal Research and Writing, along with sound legal reasoning and analytical skills. They communicate clearly in writing and verbally, demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational ability, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The candidate maintains a professional attitude under pressure, prioritizes competing duties, and manages multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft, Westlaw/Lexis, and PDF optimization is required, and the candidate must be licensed to practice in California and in good standing with the State Bar of California.

Additional Benefits

• Paid Personal Hours (additional 15 hours)
• Uncapped Bonus Earning Potential
• MCLEs and Paid Bar Dues – Attorneys only

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Litigation: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95825