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Associate Litigation Attorney
Job Description
Associate Litigation Attorney
SALARY: $110,000–$150,000 per year DOE
LOCATION: Sacramento, CA
SCHEDULE: Full-Time | Direct Hire | On-Site/Hybrid
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Meaningful Litigation Work: Handle complex civil litigation matters from case development through resolution.
- Strong Mentorship: Work closely with experienced attorneys while continuing to build your litigation skills.
- Uncapped Bonus Potential: Opportunity to earn additional compensation based on performance.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training opportunities, MCLE support, and paid California Bar dues.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Manage assigned litigation matters, including fact investigation, case evaluation, and strategy development.
- Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, legal memoranda, and discovery.
- Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries, timelines, deposition materials, and witness outlines.
- Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings, conferences, settlement discussions, and other court proceedings.
- Work with experts, opposing counsel, clients, and internal legal teams throughout the litigation process.
- Assist with trial preparation and develop comprehensive case strategies.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- California Bar admission in good standing is required.
- 1–5 years of legal experience, preferably in civil litigation.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, torts, evidence, legal research and writing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Westlaw or Lexis, and PDF/document management tools.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
This position is offered through NW Staffing Resources. Simply select ‘Apply Online’ at the top of the post to submit your application. If you'd like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we’d love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit. Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at: 916-993-4182.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Recruiter
Debbie Kemper is a Recruiter with NW Staffing Resources based in the Sacramento office. She specialize in matching talented candidates with employers across industries including Administrative, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Human Resources, Legal and Dental Support.
Her recruiting approach focuses on communication, responsiveness, and consistency. By taking time to understand both employer needs and candidate goals, he/she helps create long-term successful matches rather than simply filling positions.
As part of NW Staffing Resources, founded in Portland in 1985, she supports temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements throughout the Pacific Northwest. NW Staffing has earned ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards annually since 2017 and has been recognized as one of Oregon's Top 100 Companies to Work For.
Whether assisting a candidate with a career change or helping a client solve a hiring challenge, she is committed to delivering a positive staffing experience built on trust, professionalism, and results.
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