Associate Attorney: Elder Abuse & Wrongful Death Litigator

York Law Firm; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer contribution

Car allowance after 1 year

PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

York Law Firm in California is seeking an Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation) with 2-4 years of experience to represent victims in elder abuse and wrongful death cases. This role emphasizes compassionate advocacy and robust case work-up.

The position is full-time, with consideration for part-time and hybrid work locations. You will handle case management, discovery, motions, and trial preparation, collaborating with health care professionals and experts to secure justice for clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in California, in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of civil litigation experience in CA state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation for victims in elder abuse and wrongful death cases.
• Manage a caseload from pre-litigation through trial with evidence collection and discovery.
• Develop settlement strategies and prepare cases for trial.
• Collaborate with health care professionals and experts to build strong cases.
• Maintain client communication and explain legal processes.
• Support other attorneys in a team environment.

Skills

Civil litigation

Empathy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

California state bar admission

Job description

York Law Firm in California is seeking an Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation) with 2-4 years of experience to represent victims in elder abuse and wrongful death cases. This role emphasizes compassionate advocacy and robust case work-up.

The position is full-time, with consideration for part-time and hybrid work locations. You will handle case management, discovery, motions, and trial preparation, collaborating with health care professionals and experts to secure justice for clients.