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Lawyer/Attorney, 2-3 Years' Experience in Sacramento, CA

Lawyer/Attorney, 2-3 Years' Experience Job Description

Attorneys with 2 to 3 years of experience play a key role in delivering legal services across a range of practice areas. They manage casework, draft legal documents and provide strategic counsel under the guidance of senior attorneys or partners. This role is ideal for professionals looking to deepen their legal expertise, take on more responsibility and contribute to client success in a fast-paced legal environment.

Typical lawyer/attorney, 2-3 years' experience duties:

Draft, review and negotiate contracts, agreements and other legal documentsConduct legal research and provide analysis on statutes, regulations and case lawRepresent clients in hearings, negotiations and other legal proceedingsManage discovery processes, including document review and deposition preparationCollaborate with internal teams or clients to develop legal strategies and solutionsSupport litigation or transactional matters from inception through resolutionMaintain organized case files and ensure timely updates to legal systemsMonitor legal developments and assess their impact on client mattersCommunicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel and regulatory bodiesUphold ethical standards and ensure compliance with legal and professional obligations

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Salary for Lawyer/Attorney, 2-3 Years' Experience in Sacramento, CA
112290 - 172710
Low
112290
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
140790
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
172710
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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