Job Details

Civil Defense Attorney – Sacramento, CA (Remote/Hybrid Options)

Location: Sacramento, California (remote and hybrid options available)

Compensation: $130,000 – $275,000 base salary + bonus

Annual Hours Expectation: 1,900

Benefits Summary: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with matching and Roth options; paid time off; parental and family leave; life and disability coverage; bar dues coverage; continuing education support; and student loan assistance. Attorneys benefit from mentorship, professional development, and a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

About The Role

We are seeking attorneys to join our civil defense litigation practice in California. Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply, and flexible work arrangements are available across our 11 offices statewide:

• Employment
• Complex Commercial
• Construction
• Healthcare
• Professional Liability
• Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith
• Environmental & Toxic Tort
• Product Liability
• General Liability
  
  

Flexible work options are available, including fully remote arrangements for California-licensed attorneys. Candidates with 3+ years of experience are preferred, but all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil defense litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement documents
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation
• Take and defend depositions; prepare witnesses for hearings and trials
• Participate in mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and cross-office teams
• Communicate with clients regarding strategy, updates, and litigation posture
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Licensed and admitted to practice in California (required)
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred; all levels encouraged
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Self-starter able to manage cases independently while working collaboratively
• Trial experience preferred but not required
  
  

Why Join This Team

• Flexible Work Model: Remote or hybrid options to fit your lifestyle
• National Defense Platform: Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice areas
• Professional Growth: Mentorship, structured training, and clear advancement pathways
• Collaborative Environment: Team-oriented culture with forward-facing client interaction
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Base salary, bonus opportunities, and robust benefits