Civil Litigation Attorney

About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal.
• Conduct case evaluations and develop effective legal strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda.
• Confidently conduct and defend depositions.
• Prepare and argue motions in court.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Manage client communications, provide regular case updates, and coordinate with experts, investigators, and other litigation support professionals.
• Conduct legal research, analyze statutes/regulations, maintain accurate case documentation, and meet all court deadlines.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8 years of civil litigation experience with a proven history of independently managing complex cases from inception through resolution.
• Demonstrated first-chair trial experience with strong courtroom advocacy skills.
• Strong knowledge of California civil procedure, evidence, and litigation practice.
• Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Citrus Heights office.
• USC (U.S. Citizen) visa status only.
• Willing to work on a W2 basis as an Independent Candidate.

Preferred Skills

• 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.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid framework offering 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.

Pay

Competitive base salary of $200,000 – $250,000.

Bonus Structure

• Annual billable requirement of 1,800 hours.
• Must achieve the annual goal of 1,800 billable hours to qualify for the Attorney Bonus Program.
• 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available upon hire.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Collaborative team environment.