Attorney - Construction Defect/General Liability 5 Years

BCG Attorney Search; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Supplemental Insurance Options (LTD, O

Professional Development

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Sacramento, California, seeks an experienced attorney with construction defect and/or general liability expertise. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience and a proven ability to manage complex cases.

You will consult with clients, prepare case files and briefs, draft legal documents, review discovery, and represent the firm in hearings and trials, upholding high professional ethics. JD and CA bar license required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related legal experience or equivalent.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and California license to practice law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong time management, organization, and ethical standards; admin/managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients on legal best practices and provide legal support.
• Prepare case file documents and compile comprehensive trial briefs.
• Draft and administer legal documents, including contracts, memos, and motions.
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action.
• Adhere to a consistent schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences.
• Represent the firm in legal proceedings such as trials and hearings.
• Facilitate the depositions of experts and case witnesses.
• Research and interpret law and rulings to anticipate legal risks.
• Maintain case files from opening to close and communicate case status to clients.

Skills

Experience ≥5 years

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Ethics

Administrative experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) Degree

California Bar License

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney in Sacramento, California, with expertise in construction defect and/or general liability matters. The ideal candidate will have over five years of relevant experience and a strong ability to manage complex legal cases.

Duties

• Consult with clients on legal best practices and provide legal support.
• Prepare case file documents and compile comprehensive trial briefs.
• Draft and administer legal documents, including contracts, memos, and motions.
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action.
• Adhere to a consistent schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences.
• Represent the firm in legal proceedings such as trials and hearings.
• Facilitate the depositions of experts and case witnesses.
• Research and interpret law and rulings to anticipate legal risks.
• Maintain case files from opening to close and communicate case status to clients.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree and current license by the state bar to practice law in California required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Skills of persuasion and negotiation.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong computer skills and competency.
• Professional attitude and strong personal ethics.
• Administrative and managerial experience preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree.

Certifications

• Current license by the state bar to practice law in California.

Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Experience taking and defending depositions, attending court appearances, and mediations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Supplemental Insurance Options (LTD, Life, STD, Critical Illness, etc.).
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.