Attorney Partner

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for growth and advancement

Year-end bonuses

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is seeking an Attorney Partner for their Sacramento office. The ideal candidate must have at least 6 years of experience in handling Professional Liability matters. Responsibilities include case strategy development, discovery preparation, and client negotiations. The firm offers growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, and a supportive work environment. A Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and the ability to practice law in California are required.

Qualifications

• In good standing and able to practice law in California.
• Track record of meeting billable hour goals.
• Proactive and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Negotiate and communicate effectively with clients.

Skills

Strong critical thinking skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

iManage

OneDrive

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty-one states. We are seeking an Attorney Partner with experience in handling Professional Liability matters to join our growing Sacramento, CA office. The ideal candidate has at least 6+ years’ experience.

The individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented. Actual base pay within the range will also be dependent on factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

FMG's Professional Liability Practice Group has decades of experience and unparalleled trial expertise in defending professionals and their insurers in errors and omissions claims throughout the nation.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
• Prepare and respond to discovery
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
• Explain legal options to clients and bring possible outcomes or threats to their attention
• Build relationships with clients
• Negotiate, research and communicate verbally and in writing effectively

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• In good standing and able to practice law in the state of California
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background
• Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals
• Knowledgeable, attentive and proactive
• Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker and problem solver
• Self‑motivated, goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hour goals
• Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail oriented, organized and effective
• Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

What we offer

• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm
• Speaking and writing opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision
• Bar expenses paid by Firm
• HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents
• Company provided life insurance up to $150k
• Company paid long term disability coverage
• Year‑end bonuses and referral fee incentives
• Regular, firmwide socials and events
• Employee Assistance Program

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.