Commercial Litigation Associate (3+ yrs exp) - Sacramento

Permanent Placements LLC; Mather (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Competitive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate in Sacramento, CA. The role requires a JD, 3+ years of commercial litigation experience, and admission to the California bar.

You will manage diverse disputes from inception through resolution, coordinating with clients and senior attorneys. Responsibilities include drafting, depositions, motions, court appearances, and trial preparation, with a focus on strategic litigation and client service.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal communication and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day aspects of commercial litigation matters.
• Draft and respond to written discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Participate in court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Develop litigation strategy with clients and senior attorneys.
• Assist with trial preparation, mediation, and dispute resolution.
• Manage deadlines, case budgets, and multiple active matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Written & oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate

Position Overview

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 3+ years of experience to join its Sacramento office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to take on meaningful responsibility in a growing litigation practice while working on a broad range of commercial disputes.

The successful candidate will have experience managing litigation matters from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court proceedings. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients, develop strategic litigation skills, and assume significant case management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day aspects of commercial litigation matters.
• Draft and respond to written discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive litigation documents.
• Participate in court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda.
• Develop litigation strategy in coordination with clients and senior attorneys.
• Assist with trial preparation, mediation, and dispute resolution efforts.
• Manage deadlines, case budgets, and multiple active matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience handling:
  • Written discovery
  • Depositions
  • Motion practice
  • Court appearances
  • Overall case management responsibilities
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with litigation teams.
• Licensed and admitted to practice law in California.

Compensation

Compensation is merit-based and considers experience, location, and overall performance.

For a third-year attorney meeting an annual billable target of 1,850 hours, expected total annual compensation before objective and subjective bonus awards is approximately $190,000, consisting of:

• $150,000 base salary
• $10,000 quarterly compensation payment, contingent upon meeting minimum billable hour requirements

In addition, attorneys are eligible for:

• An objective bonus program, with average annual payouts exceeding $30,000
• Additional discretionary bonus opportunities

Actual compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, performance, and billable hours.

Benefits & Professional Development

Our client offers a competitive benefits package and a flexible work environment, including hybrid and flexible work arrangements. Attorneys benefit from professional development opportunities, mentorship, substantive client interaction, and the ability to take on increasing responsibility as they advance in their careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.

Location: Sacramento, California