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Associate Attorney, Litigation

Spinelli Donald & Nott
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026

Spinelli, Donald & Nott is an AV rated Civil litigation firm with 40-year history in Sacramento is looking for a newly licensed lawyer to work directly under the direction of senior partner to work in defense of public entities in civil litigation. Firm is looking for a licensed attorneys with 1 to 3 years of experience looking for real training and guidance to develop the young lawyer into a skilled litigator. The firm and supervising attorney handles all aspects of civil litigation including pre-litigation investigation, pleadings, discovery, law and motion, trials and appeals. The appropriate candidate for this role will be someone who will invest the time and energy necessary to develop their professional capabilities by “doing” the challenging work necessary to develop into a capable lawyer. If your preference is to shuffle papers without being directly involved with the litigation process, this is not a position for you. If interested, submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be appropriate for this role and vice versa. In addition to actual hands-on training and experience, the firm offers competitive compensation.All submittals will be kept in the strictest confidence.

  • Case analysis and litigation tactics
  • Research and handling of unique and complex legal issues
  • Drafting and responding to written discovery
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Writing and arguing significant law and motion, including dispositive motions
  • Participating in mediations and arbitrations
  • Trial preparation

Related keywords: attorney, associate attorney, attorney or counsel or lawyer, legal

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

  • Litigation: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • California State Bar License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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