Porter Scott, Sacramento’s premier civil litigation firm, is looking for attorneys with 1-3 years’ experience in medical malpractice who are ambitious and energetic self-starters with an interest in civil litigation. Excellent writing, oral advocacy and time-management skills are required. Prior law firm experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates should be members in good standing with the California State Bar. Please submit a cover letter and résumé for consideration.

The position offers competitive compensation, objective bonus opportunities, comprehensive medical benefits, 401k, flex-spending account, open PTO, paid Bar dues, CLE, the opportunity to work remotely, formal mentoring and litigation training. Pay range is $105,000 to $140,000 DOE.

We bring associates on-board and provide them with the support and training needed to flourish. Our goal is for every associate to ultimately become a shareholder with our office. No firm provides better experience more quickly than Porter Scott.

Responsibilities:

• All aspects of litigation, including defense strategy development, written discovery, drafting and arguing motions, taking, and defending depositions, trial preparation and trial.
• Work collaboratively with partners, other associates to develop appropriate legal strategies.
• Provide direction to supporting legal assistants, law clerks and paralegals.

Porter Scott is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, genetics, veteran status, or any other class protected under federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws with respect to fair employment practices. Porter Scott will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with known disabilities or medical conditions or for an employee’s religious beliefs provided the accommodation does not cause undue hardship to Porter Scott. For more information, contact our Human Resources Department to discuss further.