Civil Litigation Attorney - Hybrid Flex & Growth

Orion Placement; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with employer matching

Hybrid flexibility after six months

Job summary

Confidential Employer, a respected civil litigation and general practice law firm, seeks an attorney for a full-time, on-site role in Modesto, CA. You will handle diverse civil matters, from pre-suit to trial, including law and motion, depositions, and discovery.

The ideal candidate has a JD and active California Bar membership, 3+ years of civil litigation experience, and strong research, writing, and communication skills. Hybrid flexibility may be available after ~6 months for the right fit.

Qualifications

• JD and active membership in the California State Bar
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, incl. law & motion, depositions, discovery
• Ability to manage multiple active matters simultaneously
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with deadlines
• Solo practice backgrounds with E&O insurance accepted
• Familiarity with legal research/document management software

Responsibilities

• Represent clients across all phases of civil litigation from pre-suit through trial
• Conduct legal research on a wide range of civil matters
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, contracts, discovery responses, and other documents
• Appear in state and federal court on behalf of clients
• Take and defend depositions with preparation
• Collaborate with paralegals and attorneys to manage active caseloads
• Assist with trial prep including witness prep and exhibits
• Engage in mediation/arbitration when appropriate

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Detail-oriented

Time management

Case multitasking

E&O insurance knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research software

Document management software

Job description

Confidential Employer, a respected civil litigation and general practice law firm, seeks an attorney for a full-time, on-site role in Modesto, CA. You will handle diverse civil matters, from pre-suit to trial, including law and motion, depositions, and discovery.

The ideal candidate has a JD and active California Bar membership, 3+ years of civil litigation experience, and strong research, writing, and communication skills. Hybrid flexibility may be available after ~6 months for the right fit.