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11 results for First Year Lawyerattorney in Davis, CA
- Walnut Creek, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney to join a well-respected law firm in Walnut Creek, California. The firm specializes in construction, real estate litigation, and contract disputes. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex cases in a collaborative environment where your writing, analytical, and verbal skills will be highly valued. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in construction claims, general real estate litigation matters, and contract disputes.</p><p>• Conduct thorough discovery processes, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, including those involving percipient and expert witnesses.</p><p>• Assist in trial and arbitration proceedings as part of a litigation team.</p><p>• Prepare legal briefs, motions, and other necessary court documents.</p><p>• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues, including attorneys and paralegals, to ensure efficient case management.</p><p>• Maintain client relationships and provide clear communication on case progress and expectations.</p>
- 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
- Roseville, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 120000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a dedicated Attorney to join a respected and established Trusts & Estates group in Roseville, California. This role focuses on estate planning, trust administration, and probate for high-net-worth individuals, families, and privately held businesses. The ideal candidate will have a passion for wealth preservation and tax planning, with a client-centered approach to legal services. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, revocable living trusts, and powers of attorney.</p><p>• Assist in creating advanced planning structures like irrevocable grantor trusts and retained interest trusts under partner supervision.</p><p>• Manage trust administration and probate matters, including asset distribution and preparation of court filings.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients’ advisors, such as CPAs and financial planners, to address tax and business succession issues.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses on estate planning, tax, and property tax matters.</p><p>• Communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients, ensuring they understand all aspects of their estate plans.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with deadlines and legal requirements in all matters handled.</p><p>• Provide high-quality legal counsel while maintaining professionalism and discretion.</p><p>• Participate in team discussions to develop strategies for complex cases.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in estate planning and tax laws to provide informed advice.</p>
- 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
- Napa, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 210000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Established boutique law firm is seeking a midlevel to senior trust litigation attorney to join their firm. This firm offers a low billable requirement, a congenial work atmosphere, and established bonus structure. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>As a Trust Litigation Attorney, you will be handling a wide range of trust and estate litigation matters such as disputes over trust and estate administration, elder abuse, accounting and removal actions, breach of fiduciary duty, claims of undue influence, and contested conservatorships among others.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Duties:</p><p><br></p><p>Represent clients in court or before government agencies</p><p>Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients</p><p>Advise clients on business and legal issues</p><p>Negotiate settlements for legal disputes</p><p>Comply with all legal standards and regulations</p><p>Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and opposing counsel</p>
- 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Lafayette, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 130000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an attorney with 2+ years of experience to join a growing law firm serving community associations in California. This opportunity offers exposure to a broad legal practice that touches contract matters, real property issues, corporate governance, tort claims, fair housing concerns, and insurance-related disputes. The ideal candidate brings strong legal writing, sound analytical judgment, and the confidence to represent clients effectively in both court proceedings and day-to-day counsel. This is a permanent, in-office position for someone motivated to deepen subject-matter expertise in a specialized and expanding area of law.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent community association clients in litigation and advisory matters across a range of legal issues affecting common interest developments.<br>• Prepare persuasive legal documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, and other court filings, with close attention to detail and legal strategy.<br>• Manage discovery activities by drafting requests and responses, reviewing produced materials, and helping develop case positions.<br>• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court in a detail-focused and confident manner.<br>• Analyze disputes involving contracts, property rights, governance matters, tort exposure, housing-related issues, and insurance concerns.<br>• Support case progression from initial assessment through resolution while maintaining required billable hour expectations.<br>• Contribute to the firm’s expanding practice by delivering responsive legal service and building knowledge in community association law.
- 2026-08-06T00:00:00Z
- Walnut Creek, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 75 - 85 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a Contract Attorney to support a busy Toxic Tort Litigation practice on a fully remote basis. This opportunity is available on either a full-time or part-time schedule and is expected to last 3-6 months, with an immediate start date. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills and be comfortable handling substantive motion practice in a fast-paced litigation environment. There is no shortage of work, and they are ready for someone to come in and help support! </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and revise Motions for Summary Judgment, oppositions, and related briefing.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural issues.</li><li>Analyze case records, discovery, deposition transcripts, and expert materials to support motion practice.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys on toxic tort and other complex litigation matters.</li><li>Assist with additional litigation-related writing projects as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
- Sacramento, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 70 - 85 USD / Hourly
- <p>A boutique plaintiff-side law firm is seeking a Part-Time attorney to assist on an ongoing contract basi<strong>s</strong> to support its growing practice focused on <strong>land use and real estate matters</strong>. This role will primarily assist with legal research, drafting, and case strategy support.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have experience handling land use, real estate, environmental, or related litigation matters. However, the firm is also open to attorneys with a strong litigation background in other practice areas who can quickly adapt to new subject matter and produce high-quality written work.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking flexible hours while building a long-term relationship with a sophisticated litigation practice.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct legal research on land use, real estate, and related litigation issues</li><li>Draft memoranda, motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents</li><li>Analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and administrative decisions</li><li>Assist with case strategy, factual investigation, and issue spotting</li><li>Review and summarize documents, records, and evidentiary materials</li><li>Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on active matters</li><li>Support other substantive litigation and legal writing projects as needed</li></ul>
- 2026-08-07T00:00:00Z
- Sacramento, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 110000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney specializing in medical malpractice to join our team in Sacramento, California. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work both in-office and remotely while contributing to significant legal cases. The ideal candidate will excel in providing legal counsel, managing litigation, and collaborating effectively with senior attorneys.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients, ensuring their rights and interests are protected.<br>• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy and decision-making.<br>• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.<br>• Represent clients in court proceedings, advocating effectively on their behalf.<br>• Handle labor and employment law cases, including negotiating settlements and resolving disputes.<br>• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters to develop comprehensive legal strategies.<br>• Review medical records and other case-related documents to identify key information.<br>• Manage discovery processes, including depositions and evidence gathering.<br>• Maintain responsibility for multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring timely progress and resolution.<br>• Build strong relationships with clients through clear communication and attentive representation.
- 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Lafayette, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a Real Estate Attorney to join a dynamic legal practice serving clients in Lafayette, California. This opportunity is suited for an attorney with at least three years of experience who can advise on real estate matters and contribute to a broader practice focused on environmental, land use, and natural resources issues. Candidates at the associate or counsel level will be considered based on depth of experience and ability to manage sophisticated legal work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise clients on a broad range of real estate matters, including transactions, disputes, and regulatory issues affecting property use and development.<br>• Prepare, review, and negotiate legal documents such as purchase agreements, leases, easements, and other real estate-related instruments.<br>• Develop litigation strategy and draft motions, pleadings, and other court filings in connection with real estate and civil litigation matters.<br>• Conduct legal research and provide practical guidance on land use, environmental, and natural resources issues that intersect with property matters.<br>• Represent clients in negotiations, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings involving real estate rights and obligations.<br>• Partner with colleagues across related practice areas to deliver coordinated legal solutions for complex client matters.<br>• Manage active caseloads efficiently while maintaining high standards of legal analysis, responsiveness, and client service.
- 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Sacramento, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 15000 - 210000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an Employment Associate Attorney to join a collaborative legal team in Sacramento, California. This hybrid position is well suited for a lawyer who is confident handling employment disputes and enjoys working in a detail-oriented, office-based environment. The role offers the opportunity to support a range of litigation matters, including proceedings involving arbitration, mediation, and public sector employment issues.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in employment-related disputes through all phases of litigation, from case assessment to resolution.<br>• Conduct and defend depositions, gather witness testimony, and develop factual records to support case strategy.<br>• Prepare motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents with strong attention to detail and persuasive analysis.<br>• Manage matters involving arbitration and mediation, including case preparation, participation, and follow-up actions.<br>• Advise on employment law issues affecting public sector organizations and help address complex workplace disputes.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders in a hybrid work setting while maintaining an active presence in the office.<br>• Analyze legal risks, evaluate claims and defenses, and recommend practical litigation strategies aligned with client objectives.
- 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Lafayette, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an accomplished Natural Resources Attorney to support complex matters involving environmental regulation, land use, and resource-related legal issues in Lafayette, California. This opportunity is suited for a lawyer who can provide practical guidance, manage sophisticated legal work, and collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in natural resources law and a solid understanding of regulatory compliance in a dynamic legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise clients on legal matters involving natural resources, environmental requirements, land use considerations, and related regulatory frameworks.<br>• Manage a range of legal matters from initial analysis through resolution, including strategy development, drafting, and client counseling.<br>• Interpret federal, state, and local regulations and translate complex legal obligations into clear, actionable guidance for clients.<br>• Prepare, review, and refine legal documents such as memoranda, agreements, filings, and other matter-related materials.<br>• Represent client interests in negotiations, administrative proceedings, and other interactions connected to environmental and resource issues.<br>• Work closely with colleagues across related practice areas to deliver coordinated legal solutions on multifaceted matters.<br>• Conduct thorough legal research and evaluate emerging developments that may affect client operations or project objectives.
- 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
- Walnut Creek, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client, a well-established Fortune 500 organization, is seeking a Legal Bill Analyst to join its legal operations team for a 3-month contract period with possibily for extension. This role is ideal for a legal billing professional, legal bill reviewer, or workers' compensation defense legal support professional with strong analytical skills and experience evaluating legal invoices.</p><p><br></p><p>The Legal Bill Analyst will primarily be responsible for reviewing and analyzing outside counsel invoices through CounselLink, ensuring billing practices align with company guidelines and determining whether charges are reasonable and appropriate. This position does not involve direct case handling but does require a solid understanding of workers' compensation defense matters to effectively evaluate billing activity and related documentation.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hybrid role with candidates expected to report on-site to the Walnut Creek office 3 days a week and work remotely 2 days a week.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review and analyze legal invoices submitted through CounselLink.</li><li>Evaluate billing entries for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance with established billing guidelines.</li><li>Identify billing discrepancies, questionable charges, and guideline exceptions.</li><li>Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding invoice review findings and billing-related questions.</li><li>Review documents, correspondence, and claim-related information within the claims management system as needed to support invoice evaluations.</li><li>Apply knowledge of workers' compensation defense practices to assess the appropriateness of legal services billed.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation of invoice review decisions.</li><li>Support legal operations and claims teams with additional billing and reporting-related projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z