Civil Litigation Attorney

Sacks Tierney; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Collaborative culture with strong mentorship

Job summary

A prominent Arizona law firm in Scottsdale is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney. This position provides the opportunity to manage a diverse civil litigation docket, including probate litigation and commercial disputes. Candidates should have 4-8 years of experience, strong advocacy skills, and the ability to handle multiple cases. The firm offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture focused on career growth.

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years of civil litigation experience; probate litigation experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse civil litigation docket from intake through trial and appeal.
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions and procedural matters.
• Assist with will and trust contests and fiduciary disputes.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Courtroom experience

Client service orientation

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Active Arizona Bar license or ability to obtain

Job description

Sacks Tierney P.A., a highly regarded, full-service Arizona law firm based in Scottsdale, is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic litigation team. For more than 65 years, Sacks Tierney has built a reputation for excellence in litigation and client service, guiding individuals, businesses, and fiduciaries through complex legal matters with expertise, integrity, and a practical, client-centered approach.

This position offers the opportunity to handle a broad range of civil litigation, including probate litigation, commercial disputes, real estate litigation, construction‑related matters, contract disputes, and general civil claims. The position will also manage a portion of contested probate and trust litigation matters.

It is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator who seeks meaningful responsibility, direct client contact, and the ability to contribute to a sophisticated litigation practice within a collaborative, mid‑size firm environment.

Core Civil Litigation Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse civil litigation docket from intake through trial and appeal.
• Handle depositions, evidentiary hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, discovery motions, and procedural matters.
• Conduct complex discovery, including written discovery, depositions, and third‑party subpoenas.
• Represent clients in commercial, business, and real estate disputes.
• Develop case strategy and communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the Court.

Probate Litigation (Portion of the Role)

• Assist with will and trust contests, fiduciary disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, contested accounting, and capacity/undue influence matters.
• Advise fiduciaries and beneficiaries regarding risk, strategy, obligations, and dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years of civil litigation experience; probate litigation experience preferred but not required.
• JD from an accredited law school and active Arizona Bar license (or ability to obtain).
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills; courtroom and deposition experience required.
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Strong client service orientation and sound professional judgment.

What We Offer

• Meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure
• Work on sophisticated, high-quality probate and trust litigation matters
• Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and support
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Reasonable billable expectations consistent with a mid‑size firm
• Long‑term career growth within an established and respected firm

EEO Statement

Sacks Tierney is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.