Contract Litigation Attorney - Sacramento

Adams & Martin Group; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is assisting a respected Sacramento law firm with a full-time Contract Litigation Attorney role to support senior associates and partners in complex litigation across Northern California. The position is on-site five days a week, offering opportunities to work directly with clients and grow within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualified candidates will hold an active California Bar license, reside in the Sacramento area, and have 2–5 years of legal experience

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Must reside in Sacramento, CA metro area; on-site 5 days/week.
• 2–5 years of legal experience; junior attorneys encouraged to apply.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Self-starter who thrives in a team and engages with the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing complex litigation cases from intake through resolution
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers
• Assist and prepare for hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation events across Northern California
• Contribute to case strategy and support the broader litigation team

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Client communication

Job description

Contract Litigation Attorney - Sacramento (Full-Time)

Adams and Martin Group is assisting its well-respected Sacramento law firm with a full time (40hrs/week) Contract-hire Attorney role. This position will support senior associates and partners in complex litigation practices throughout Northern California. This role is ideal for a motivated attorney who is eager to build litigation experience, work directly with clients, and grow within a fast paced, collaborative environment.

Position is in office 5 days/week. Only candidates that can meet this requirement will be considered. This position may be considered contract-hire for the right candidate after evaluation of contract performance.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in managing complex litigation cases from intake through resolution
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers
• Assist and prepare for hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation events across Northern California
• Contribute to case strategy and support the broader litigation team

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license required (in good standing)
• MUST reside in Sacramento, CA metro market (on-site 5 days/week; minimum 40hrs/week)
• 2-5 years of legal experience (junior attorneys encouraged to apply)
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Self starter who enjoys working with the public and thrives in a team setting

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.