Litigation Associate - Sacramento or SF

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation attorney

Litigation Associate Attorney (2-6 Years) - Sacramento or San Francisco

We are a well-regarded California firm where associates handle sophisticated, complex litigation - and actually have a life outside work. If you want meaningful courtroom and motion-practice experience without the grind culture of a mega-firm, this is the role.

What you'll do

- Own matters end-to-end across all phases: pre-litigation strategy, pleadings, discovery, law and motion, mediation, and trial preparation
- Draft high-quality motions, briefs, and discovery - including dispositive motions such as demurrers and motions for summary judgment
- Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and manage written discovery responses
- Appear at hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and arbitrations
- Conduct complex legal research and deliver clear strategic analysis on business disputes
- Collaborate directly with partners and senior associates to develop case strategy and manage client relationships
- Coordinate trial preparation: exhibit lists, witness outlines, expert coordination, and case-theme development

What you need

- J.D. from an accredited law school and active California State Bar membership in good standing
- 2-6 years of substantive general civil litigation experience
- Demonstrated ability to draft and argue both dispositive and non-dispositive motions
- Experience managing cases through discovery, motion practice, and mediation
- Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with a collaborative and client-focused approach

-1750 min billable requitements

Nice to have

- Trial experience (first or second chair)
- Experience with complex business litigation, commercial disputes, or employment matters
- Familiarity with California state court practice and local rules in Sacramento or San Francisco

We are committed to reasonable workload expectations so associates can produce excellent work and maintain a fulfilling personal life.

Location & schedule

Sacramento or San Francisco, CA - candidate may be based in either office.

Full-time, Monday-Friday. 

Hybrid schedule available after 90 days: 3 days in-office, up to 2 days remote per week.

Benefits

• Base salary - 160K-220K plus lucrative bonus structure
• Full Medical, Dental and vision benefits along with 401K plus match
• Bar dues covered when due
• Generous PTO 
• Paid Holidays
• Additional Perks 

 

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/01/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Salary

$160000 - $220000 USD per year