What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Pay: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a growing litigation practice where you will handle cases from inception through trial and appeal
- Gain immediate, hands-on responsibility with meaningful courtroom exposure
- Work in a collaborative environment that values strong writing, strategy, and professional growth
- Hybrid flexibility that supports work-life balance while staying connected to your team
- Discretionary year-end and potential hours-based bonuses on top of base compensation
- Opportunity to grow alongside a firm actively hiring multiple attorneys
Location
El Dorado Hills, California — a flexible hybrid role with a preference for in-office collaboration several days per week, while still allowing work-from-home balance.
Note
Candidates must hold an active California Bar license and have at least 1 year of civil litigation experience to be considered.
About Us
We are an established litigation-focused law practice with a long-standing presence in federal and state courts, representing public entities and business clients. Our attorneys are trusted with real responsibility, supported by experienced leadership, and encouraged to sharpen their skills at every stage of their careers. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage and assist with all phases of civil litigation from case intake through resolution
- Draft and respond to written discovery and conduct legal research
- Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations
- Draft, argue, and respond to motions, including dispositive motions
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams on case strategy and evaluation
- Participate in trials and assist with appellate briefing and arguments as needed
- Meet an annual billable hour expectation of approximately 1750 hours
Qualifications
- Active California State Bar license with no exceptions
- 1 year of civil litigation experience
- Strong legal research and brief-writing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Experience arguing motions, trial work, or appellate matters is a plus
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will be trusted with meaningful work early, supported by colleagues who value collaboration, and given the chance to grow your litigation skills across a wide range of matters. This is a place where motivated attorneys build real careers, not just résumés.
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Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Salary : $130,000 - $185,000