Litigation Attorney

Lozano Smith; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lozano Smith seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its Litigation Practice Group in California. The role represents public agencies and school districts in a variety of matters from inception to resolution, including trials and appeals.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of litigation experience, is admitted to the California Bar in good standing, and excels in legal research, writing, and analysis. Strong trial skills and independence are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, focusing on public agency and school district matters.
• Proven trial experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Knowledge of California public agency and employment/education laws.

Responsibilities

• Representing public entities in state and federal court in administrative hearings.
• Provide legal advice on matters related to public agency law, and education law.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and provide strategic guidance on legal issues.
• Stay current on legal developments and provide training to clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Public agency law

Education law

Trial experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

California bar

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Litigation Attorney to join our Litigation Practice Group. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in litigation and a passion for public agency/education law. This individual will represent public agencies and school districts in a variety of litigation matters. They will handle complex cases from inception to resolution, including trials and appeals. A proven track record in administrative hearings and civil litigation is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will be dedicated, detail-oriented, and capable of handling complex litigation issues with professionalism and expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Representing public entities in state and federal court in administrative hearings.
• Provide legal advice on matters related to public agency law, and education law.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and provide strategic guidance on legal issues.
• Stay current on legal developments and provide training to clients.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, with a focus on public agency and school district matters.
• Proven trial experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of California public agency and employment/education laws.

The posted range represents the full span for the role and does not indicate that every hire will be placed at the top of the range.

Lozano Smith is committed to giving all employees the opportunity to experience meaningful, impactful work. We consider a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, and experience, among others. We provide competitive salary, benefits, and bonus programs.