Associate Attorney

Strategic Legal Practices

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Sacramento, California

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The associate attorney will represent clients in California state court hearings and manage substantive litigation tasks. Responsibilities include drafting discovery requests, preparing motions, and assisting senior attorneys with trial strategy.

Qualifications

Strategic Legal Practices seeks a driven Associate Attorney with a J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar (or pending admission). The position requires strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, as well as excellent organizational skills and a genuine interest in litigation and courtroom practice. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience and develop skills across multiple areas of litigation.

Job Description

About Strategic Legal Practices

Based in Los Angeles, Strategic Legal Practices is one of the largest litigation firms within California, representing clients in a range of consumer protection and civil litigation matters. Our Firm measures our success by how well our clients do. We are armed with a group of experienced attorneys, led by one of the most successful Lemon Law and Consumer Fraud litigators in California. The best predictor of performance is our record of achievement. We are proud to have successfully helped thousands of clients in their pursuit against car manufacturers. Our success rate is unmatched by any other Firm.

Position Overview
SLP is seeking a driven Associate Attorney to join our litigation team in Los Angeles or Orange County. This position offers the opportunity to handle substantive legal work and gain meaningful courtroom experience. Depending on team placement, associates may focus on hearings, discovery, law and motion, or trial preparation — making this role an excellent fit for attorneys who want to develop a wide range of litigation skills in California state courts.

Key Responsibilities (based on team assignment):

  • Represent clients in California state court hearings, including trial calls, FSCs, and substantive motion hearings
  • Draft and respond to discovery requests and review opposing parties’ submissions
  • Prepare, draft, and argue motions, including motions to compel and dispositive motions
  • Assist senior attorneys with case strategy and trial preparation

Why Join Us

  • Gain hands-on litigation experience
  • Work under the guidance of experienced trial attorneys in a mentorship-driven setting
  • Develop skills across multiple areas of litigation, from motions practice to trial preparation
  • Be part of a collaborative, growth-oriented law firm where initiative and diligence are rewarded
  • Contribute to impactful consumer protection litigation

Compensation

  • Competitive salary: $120,000 – $200,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
  • Qualifications
    • J.D. from an accredited law school
    • Active membership in the California State Bar (or pending admission)
    • Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Genuine interest in litigation and courtroom practice

We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team through a robust and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

  • 401(k) with Employer Match – Plan for your future with confidence and company support.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Short-Term, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance – Financial protection for life’s unexpected events.
  • Paid Parking – Convenient and covered, so you can focus on your day.
  • Generous Paid Time Off – Ample time to rest, recharge, and take care of personal matters.
  • Employee Referral Program – Earn rewards for introducing talented individuals to our team.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential resources for personal and professional support.
  • Employee Discount Program – Access to exclusive savings on a variety of products and services.
  • Coverage of bar dues and CLEs
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

Strategic Legal Practices

Strategic Legal Practices in one of the largest litigation firms within California, representing clients in a range of consumer protection and civil litigation matters. Our Firm measures our success by how well our clients do. We are armed with a group of experienced attorneys, led by one of the most successful Lemon Law and Consumer Fraud litigators in California. The best predictor of performance is our record of achievement. We are proud to have successfully helped thousands of clients in their pursuit against car manufacturers. Our success rate is unmatched by any other Firm. The Firm is based in Los Angeles and practices throughout the state of California. Lots of law firms advertise that they handle cases under California’s lemon law. So, why should you choose Strategic Legal Practices to help you? Visit our website!
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