Associate Attorney needed for Sacramento office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A well-established law firm in Sacramento, CA, is seeking a results-driven Associate Attorney with experience or a strong interest in consumer collection law. This role involves providing comprehensive and practical legal advice, advocating for clients in and out of court, and delivering consistent, high-quality work. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, upholding integrity and achieving results.

Duties

• Engage with opposing counsel and pro se parties to negotiate and resolve disputes.
• Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other relevant documents.
• Document file and account activities in line with firm and client procedures.
• Represent clients in various courts within the state, managing all aspects of litigation.
• Conduct legal research, analyze laws and regulations, and draft opinions for review.
• Maintain strong, responsive communication with clients to support relationships.
• Participate in continuing education programs, webinars, and seminars to stay updated on changes in local, state, or federal laws and court procedures.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Requirements

• Active attorney license in the state of California with no disciplinary history.
• Familiarity with state civil litigation and federal consumer protection laws is preferred.
• Strong collaborative skills for leveraging team knowledge and resources.
• Exceptional time management and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Leadership abilities to motivate and guide colleagues effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills adaptable to a wide range of recipients.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Must hold an active license to practice law in California.

Skills

• Proficiency in effective communication.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Strong business understanding.
• Ability to collaborate effectively.
• Adherence to ethical standards and professional conduct.

Job Location

• Sacramento, CA

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Life insurance and 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Performance-based bonus and commission potential.
• Support for Continuing Legal Education (CLE), licensure, and professional dues.
• A professional yet relaxed work atmosphere promoting work-life balance.

Specialists in debt collection, this law firm represents creditors in all aspects of the legal collection process. The firm's success has seen it ranked as one of the best in its practice area, successfully representing clients from sole proprietors to Fortune 500 companies. Its attorneys are astute, experienced professionals who are acutely involved in all aspects of collection litigation and post-judgment remedies and thus are perfectly poised to assist clients with maximizing their recovery and enhancing their financial success. The firm has developed sophisticated systems and instituted soft-touch collection practices that produce favorable results to achieve these. The firm also embraces the use of various technological tools to ease operations, and employees are offered full benefits and impressive pay packages.