Litigation Associate Attorney - Sacramento or San Francisco

General Litigation Attorney

 Litigation Associate Attorney - Sacramento or San Francisco

A well-regarded California litigation firm is hiring a Litigation Associate Attorney to take on complex, high-stakes matters from day one - with direct partner mentorship, real courtroom exposure, and a workload that supports sustainable practice. If you have 2-6 years of general litigation experience and want meaningful responsibility without sacrificing quality of life, this is the opportunity.

What you'll do:

- Own matters across the full litigation lifecycle, from pre-litigation strategy through resolution, trial preparation, and post-trial proceedings
- Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions, including demurrers, motions for summary judgment, and discovery motions
- Take and defend depositions; prepare clients and witnesses for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial
- Conduct legal research and deliver strategic analysis on complex business and commercial disputes
- Attend hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and arbitrations as lead or supporting counsel
- Collaborate with partners and clients to develop and refine case strategy throughout each matter
- Coordinate expert witnesses, prepare exhibit lists, and support trial teams during active trials

What you need:

- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active California Bar membership in good standing
- 2-6 years of complex general litigation experience at a law firm
- Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing substantive motions
- Strong legal research, writing, and case management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters independently

Nice to have:

- Trial experience (first- or second-chair)
- Experience in business, commercial, or real estate litigation
- Deposition experience in complex multi-party matters

Location & schedule:

Sacramento, CA or San Francisco, CA (candidate may be based in either office).

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, up to 2 days remote per week. Remote days available after a 90-day in-office onboarding period. Must be located in or willing to relocate to the greater Sacramento or San Francisco Bay Area.

About & how to apply:

This firm has built a reputation for collaborative culture, manageable caseloads, and investing in associate development - attorneys here get courtroom experience that peers at larger firms rarely see until senior years. 

To apply, click Apply Now or submit your resume and a writing sample through this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a confidential conversation within 2 business days.

Benefits

- Base salary: $160,000-$210,000 depending on experience
- Multiple Bonus programs 
- health, dental, and vision coverage 
- 401(k) with company match 
- Generous PTO and paid holidays

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/13/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$160000 - $210000 USD per year