What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney position at Murphy Austin Adams Schoenfeld LLP?
The Construction Law Team at Murphy Austin Adams Schoenfeld LLP (“Murphy Austin”), located in Sacramento and one of the premier construction litigation practices in California, works on significant and complex construction matters throughout California. We are looking for litigation attorneys to join our team with civil litigation experience and a proven record of high academic achievement.
Murphy Austin has a successful track record of hiring exceptional and experienced attorneys who seek to work in an environment that fosters and rewards excellence and commitment to client service. The successful candidate(s) shall have a strong understanding of client customer service, a commitment to meeting client expectations and deadlines with high-quality work product, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment. Excellent interpersonal skills, and outstanding writing and analytical skills are required for this position. The candidates must also have substantial experience drafting pleadings, drafting and responding to discovery, legal research and motion practice. Construction law experience is desired, but not essential. Compensation for this position ranges from $165,000-$240,000, plus potential bonuses and incentives, depending on skills and substantive experience. Candidate(s) shall have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience practicing as a licensed attorney in California, but candidates with additional practice experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Murphy Austin offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including bonus and incentive packages, a professional development program, and a mentoring program. Exceptionally well-qualified candidates wanting to explore opportunities to practice with our established Construction Law Team should send a resume, a law school transcript, and one or more writing sample(s) to: Joelle Stone, Human Resources Director, jstone@murphyaustin.com.