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11 results for Litigation Associate in Sacramento, CA

Civil Litigation Attorney

Sacramento, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to join a legal team in Sacramento, California, representing individuals and families affected by elder abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, and wrongful death. This role is ideal for a lawyer who combines strong courtroom and case development skills with compassion, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach. The attorney will handle matters from initial investigation through resolution while working closely with clients, experts, and internal colleagues to pursue meaningful outcomes. Responsibilities: • Represent clients and their families in civil matters involving elder abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, wrongful death, and related claims. • Direct cases through all stages of litigation, including early evaluation, factual investigation, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement planning, and trial preparation. • Build well-supported claims by gathering records, analyzing evidence, coordinating with medical providers, and partnering with consultants and expert witnesses. • Prepare, serve, and respond to discovery, take and defend depositions, and pursue court intervention when necessary to resolve discovery disputes. • Develop case strategies that balance trial readiness with effective negotiation to maximize resolution opportunities for clients. • Maintain consistent, thoughtful communication with clients by explaining legal developments, answering questions, and documenting damages and losses. • Advocate for vulnerable individuals and their families with professionalism, empathy, and a strong commitment to justice. • Work collaboratively with fellow attorneys and external stakeholders, including public agencies and healthcare professionals, to strengthen case outcomes.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Sacramento, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy civil litigation practice. The ideal candidate brings strong California civil litigation experience, proven legal calendaring skills, and a highly organized, detail-oriented approach. This role requires someone who is dependable, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and process all incoming mail, emails, and faxes for proper calendaring and follow-up</li><li>Prepare, file, and serve legal documents in state and federal courts (electronic and hard-copy)</li><li>Monitor tentative rulings and track all discovery and litigation deadlines with timely follow-up</li><li>Coordinate court appearances, Zoom hearings, client conference calls, court reporters, and videographers</li><li>Assist attorneys with e-filing and traditional filings, including proofreading, cite-checking, compiling exhibits and appendices, and ensuring compliance with local rules and formatting requirements</li><li>Maintain accurate databases of attorney electronic filing credentials and court registration information</li><li>Draft and prepare legal correspondence and supporting documents</li><li>Research and stay current on court filing procedures, portals, and applicable rules</li><li>Apply knowledge of California Rules of Court, Code of Civil Procedure, and relevant local court rules</li></ul>
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Employment Associate Attorney

Sacramento, CA
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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. Responsibilities: • Represent clients in employment-related disputes through all phases of litigation, from case assessment to resolution. • Conduct and defend depositions, gather witness testimony, and develop factual records to support case strategy. • Prepare motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents with strong attention to detail and persuasive analysis. • Manage matters involving arbitration and mediation, including case preparation, participation, and follow-up actions. • Advise on employment law issues affecting public sector organizations and help address complex workplace disputes. • Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders in a hybrid work setting while maintaining an active presence in the office. • Analyze legal risks, evaluate claims and defenses, and recommend practical litigation strategies aligned with client objectives.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Sacramento, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Legal Secretary with Civil Litigation and strong Litigation Calendaring experience. The candidate should have a minimum of 7 years or more of legal office experience, including civil litigation, secretarial, and legal calendaring. The ideal candidate is proficient at scheduling, formatting and creating legal pleadings, is proactive, organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable. This position is being offered as a temp to hire or permanent position. Responsibilities:• Maintain and update a civil litigation calendar, ensuring court appearances, filing dates, statutes, and related deadlines are accurately tracked and revised as matters change.• Use legal calendaring tools to calculate rule-driven deadlines, verify scheduling accuracy, and provide regular calendar updates to attorneys and staff.• Prepare, format, and finalize litigation documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate materials in accordance with court-specific requirements.• Review documents before submission to confirm compliance with procedural rules, filing standards, and jurisdictional formatting expectations for state and federal courts.• Coordinate electronic and physical court filings, monitor acceptance status, and ensure all submissions are completed within required timeframes.• Arrange service of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and other case-related filings.• Track tentative rulings and subpoena-related timelines while keeping attorneys informed of upcoming obligations and court activity.• Schedule logistical support for legal proceedings and meetings, including court calls, conference rooms, travel, court reporters, videographers, and seminar registrations.• Maintain case information within legal case management platforms and help ensure attorney filing credentials and electronic registrations remain current.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Sacramento, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 44 USD / Hourly
Job SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Secretary to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and paralegal support to attorneys, contributing to seamless case management and exceptional client service. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact clients' lives. We welcome applications for both direct hire (full-time, permanent) and temp-to-hire arrangements, with potential for long-term placement based on performance and firm needs.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate court appearances, depositions, and client meetings for multiple attorneys.</li><li>Prepare, file, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements related to personal injury claims.</li><li>Handle client communications via phone, email, and in-person interactions, providing updates on case progress and gathering initial intake information for accident or injury reports.</li><li>Conduct basic research on case details, such as medical records, accident reports, and insurance policies, to support trial preparation.</li><li>Maintain confidential client files, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm protocols for sensitive personal injury documentation.</li><li>Assist with billing, expense tracking, and contingency fee calculations, while coordinating with medical providers and expert witnesses.</li><li>Perform general office duties, including data entry, transcription of attorney notes, and preparation of correspondence for negotiations or settlements.</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Personal Injury Attorney

Sacramento, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
135000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Litigation Attorney to join our team located in Sacramento, California. As a Litigation Attorney, you will be expected to handle litigation processes, manage personal injury cases, and navigate through various legal software. Responsibilities: • Handle litigation processes for personal injury cases• Utilize Case Management Software (SmartAdvocate) to maintain and organize case files• Prepare and deliver briefings on ongoing cases• Oversee claim administration and handle complaints• Engage in civil litigation procedures as required
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Sacramento, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 50 USD / Hourly
A well-established law firm in Sacramento is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who enjoys variety in their workload and is interested in supporting matters involving public law, water law, land use, environmental/CEQA matters, municipal law, and civil litigation. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of paralegal experience and be comfortable supporting both transactional and litigation matters. Prior exposure to public agency, municipal, land use, water, or environmental law is highly desirable but not required. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys in public law, water law, land use, municipal, and environmental matters.</li><li>Prepare, organize, and manage case files, pleadings, correspondence, discovery, and legal documents.</li><li>Assist with filings in state and federal courts, including calendaring and deadline tracking.</li><li>Coordinate document production, records collection, and matter organization.</li><li>Draft and revise legal documents, agreements, and transaction-related materials.</li><li>Assist with CEQA-related matters, permitting, public agency documentation, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Conduct legal, factual, and public records research.</li><li>Manage large volumes of documents and maintain accurate case and matter records.</li><li>Communicate with clients, agencies, consultants, and opposing counsel as needed.</li><li>Provide general litigation and transactional support across multiple practice areas.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Sacramento, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Reputable law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal ideally with eDiscovery experience to join their team in Sacramento, California. This role is crucial in enhancing our legal operations and involves managing electronically stored information (eDiscovery), preparing for trials, and conducting legal research. As a Paralegal, you will get the chance to work closely with our legal team and utilize cutting-edge eDiscovery platforms. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit. Responsibilities: • Manage and analyze discovery documents for legal procedures• Conduct comprehensive legal research and assist in case management• Utilize eDiscovery platforms and tools to review, organize, and analyze documents• Draft legal documents and prepare for trials, ensuring all details are accurate and well-researched• Comply with the regulations outlined in CA’s Business and Professions Code 6450• Utilize case management software to maintain updated and accurate records• Ensure efficient and accurate processing of billing functions• Leverage your civil litigation experience to support legal processes• Prepare for trials by reviewing and organizing necessary documents• Use your eDiscovery skills to review and manage electronically stored information.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Sacramento, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice in California. This role is ideal for a legal specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage complex case activity, maintain organized records, and help attorneys move matters forward efficiently. The position offers a broad range of litigation work, from discovery and legal research to deposition coordination and trial preparation, while working closely with attorneys, clients, and support staff. Responsibilities: • Support attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, from initial case development and discovery through trial preparation and post-trial follow-up. • Maintain well-organized case files, exhibits, and litigation records while tracking deadlines and ensuring documentation remains complete and accessible. • Review large sets of produced documents, assess responsiveness and compliance, prepare draft correspondence for attorney review, and identify materials for potential exhibit use. • Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law, then prepare concise summaries to assist with strategy and case progression. • Draft and help manage written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission, and assist with discovery responses. • Prepare medical record summaries, assemble witness-related materials, and support witness outreach and meeting coordination. • Organize deposition and trial materials, including exhibit sets, binders, schedules, and related logistics, with occasional travel as needed for court support. • Communicate with clients to collect information, provide case status updates, and help ensure legal matters continue moving in line with expectations. • Offer day-to-day guidance to paralegals and administrative team members by sharing effective litigation support practices and workflow knowledge.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Director of Legal Services

Roseville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced legal leader to guide education, employment, and regulatory matters for an organization in Roseville, California. This role partners closely with organizational leadership and school stakeholders to provide practical legal direction, reduce risk, and support compliant operations across multiple areas of law. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of California legal frameworks, sound judgment in complex situations, and the ability to coordinate effectively with external counsel and regulatory partners. Responsibilities:• Track developments in California and federal laws affecting charter schools and translate those changes into clear guidance for leadership and school teams.• Counsel senior leadership on education-related legal issues, policy interpretation, and compliance expectations tied to charter school operations.• Help school partners understand statutory and regulatory duties while ensuring organizational services remain aligned with applicable legal standards.• Work with board counsel and public agencies on matters such as charter renewals, revisions, and other compliance-related issues.• Oversee legal matters involving the organization and engage outside counsel when specialized support or formal representation is needed.• Act as the central liaison with school counsel when disputes, claims, or proceedings affect both school operations and the organization.• Provide direction on student discipline procedures, due process considerations, and legal obligations related to school operations.• Advise on special education and disability compliance requirements under federal and California law, and coordinate legal support for hearings, complaints, or appeals when necessary.• Serve as the internal legal resource for employment matters, including workplace investigations, policy compliance, separations, agreements, labor law issues, accommodations, and workers’ compensation coordination.
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

Advice and Counsel Employment Attorney

Sacramento, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Advice and Counsel Employment Attorney Highly regarded boutique employment law firm known for extensive experience, excellent client service, and strong focus on pro bono work is seeking an advice and counsel employment attorney. This team enjoys a congenial work environment with flexible, hybrid work options. About the Role:Firm is seeking a dedicated and seasoned Advice and Counsel Employment Attorney to join our robust team. This position requires providing astute legal advice and counsel pertaining to various employment-related matters. The successful candidate will have a strong background in employment law, excellent legal judgment, and a profound commitment to ethical legal practice, ensuring all actions dovetail with the high expectations of our client base. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Providing legal advice and counsel on a wide range of employment matters.</li><li>Drafting, reviewing, and revising employment policies and practices.</li><li>Conducting proactive legal assessments to identify potential employment law risks.</li><li>Participating in the firm's pro bono initiatives.</li></ul> For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jennifer Shin, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jennifer.shin‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z