Civil Litigation Associate

Blackford Talent

California (MO)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship for Associates
Path to Partnership
Culture and work-life balance

Job summary

Blackford Talent is representing a boutique civil litigation firm seeking a Litigation Associate to handle a broad array of civil matters. The role offers exposure to construction law, business formation and litigation, employment defense, estate planning, and some transactional work.

You will own cases and interact directly with clients, within a hybrid model in Sacramento after onboarding. The firm emphasizes mentorship for associates, culture and work-life balance, and a clear path to

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
  • Construction law and/or trial experience preferred but not required.
  • Ability to own cases and have real client contact.

Responsibilities

  • Carry civil litigation matters across a broad range of topics including construction law and business formation/litigation, employment defense, and estate planning.
  • Own cases and maintain real client contact, with mentorship and guidance from the team.

Skills

Civil Litigation Experience
Construction Law Experience
Client Contact

Job description

Blackford Talent is engaged on a Civil Litigation Associate search with a boutique civil litigation firm, where you'll have the exposure to a broad variety of matters. My client has seen consistent growth, with very low turnover. Culture & work-life balance matter to the people here, along with mentorship for Associates and a path to Partnership.

The Role:

We need a Litigation Associate to carry civil litigation matters: construction law, civil litigation, business formation/litigation, employment defense, estate planning, & some transactional work. You'll have the opportunity to own cases & have real client contact. Hybrid model in Sacramento, after onboarding period.

Who we’re looking for:
  • 2+ Years of Civil Litigation Experience
  • Construction law and/or Trial experience is preferred, but not required

If you're looking for a team where you'll receive mentorship & be treated like an adult, we’d love to talk to you.

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