Civil Litigation Associate (1–3 yrs) – Hybrid

Matheny Sears Linkert & Jaime LLP; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonus and benefits

Job summary

Matheny Sears Linkert & Jaime LLP in Sacramento, CA is seeking a practicing attorney with 1-3 years' experience in civil litigation and personal injury. The role supports trial practice with a focus on advocacy and high-quality service for clients.

This full-time, hybrid position combines in-office collaboration with flexible work-from-home days. Responsibilities include research, drafting pleadings and motions, depositions, discovery, settlements, and trial prep under supervision.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and writing skills with litigation focus.
• Experience in discovery management and deposition preparation.
• Solid case analysis and hearings/depositions readiness.
• Client communication, negotiation, and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Support civil litigation and trial practice with legal research and drafting pleadings and motions.
• Assist with case strategy under supervision of senior attorneys.
• Handle discovery requests and responses; conduct depositions.
• Engage in law & motion practice; communicate with clients and opposing counsel.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and trial preparation/advocacy.
• Appear in state and federal courts; maintain organized case files and deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Discovery management

Case analysis

Hearings and depositions prep

Client communication

Civil procedure

Education

JD and CA Bar eligibility

Job description

Matheny Sears Linkert & Jaime LLP in Sacramento, CA is seeking a practicing attorney with 1-3 years' experience in civil litigation and personal injury. The role supports trial practice with a focus on advocacy and high-quality service for clients.

This full-time, hybrid position combines in-office collaboration with flexible work-from-home days. Responsibilities include research, drafting pleadings and motions, depositions, discovery, settlements, and trial prep under supervision.