Attorney in Waiting

Porter Scott; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Porter Scott seeks a motivated law school graduate awaiting bar results to join our team as a Post Bar Law Clerk in Sacramento, CA. This full-time role offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and exposure to the full litigation process from day one.

You will work alongside experienced litigators on active cases, drafting motions, conducting legal research, and participating in discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings. Strong writing and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission or bar exam pending.
• Demonstrated strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft motions and conduct legal research on active cases.
• Participate in discovery, depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Attend client meetings and contribute at all stages of litigation.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Headquarters - Sacramento, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $85000.00 - $85000.00Salary/year, Porter Scott is seeking motivated law school graduates awaiting bar results to join our team as Post Bar Law Clerk. We are committed to developing exceptional litigators by providing meaningful mentorship, hands-on experience, and a collaborative environment where new attorneys are empowered to contribute from day one.

As a Post Bar Law Clerk, you won't spend your time observing from the sidelines. You'll work alongside experienced litigators on active cases, drafting motions, conducting legal research, participating in discovery, attending depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings, and gaining firsthand exposure to every stage of the litigation process. You'll make meaningful contributions while receiving practical guidance and regular feedback from attorneys who are invested in your success.

At Porter Scott, mentorship is more than a program—it's part of our culture. Our attorneys work closely together, encouraging questions, sharing knowledge, and helping one another grow. You'll have access to experienced mentors who are committed to helping you develop the skills and confidence needed to build a successful litigation career.

We're looking for graduates who are intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to take on real responsibility. Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills are essential, along with a collaborative mindset and a genuine desire to become an outstanding advocate.

Porter Scott offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account; employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance; and a 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer contributions. After six months of employment, the firm contributes a percentage of your annual compensation to your 401(k), regardless of your own contributions, and also provides an annual employer match. Benefits become effective on the first day of the month following your date of hire. We also offer generous paid time off, recognizing that maintaining balance is an important part of building a long and rewarding career.

If you're looking for a place where you'll receive exceptional mentorship, collaborate with talented attorneys, and gain real courtroom and litigation experience from the start, we'd love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Completion of the July 2026 California Bar Examination and currently awaiting results
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines