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Complex Litigation Managing Associate Attorney
Affinity Search
Location : Carmichael,CA
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $310,000 - $390,000 per year
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Complex Litigation Managing Associate Attorney (Multiple Locations)
Salary:$310,000 - $390,000 per year
Location:Sacramento, CA
Posted:November 17 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance:Not Available
Complex Litigation Managing Associate Attorney
Locations: CA (Los Angeles, Orange County, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Silicon Valley) |Washington, D.C. |Chicago, IL |Boston, MA |New York, NY |Portland, OR |TX (Austin, Houston) |Seattle, WA | Wheeling, WV
Our client, a prestigiousAmlaw 50firm, is seeking a talentedManagingAssociate Attorneyto join their cutting-edgeLitigationBusinessteam. Available in multiple locations, this role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes commercial, product liability, mass tort, and energy-related disputes in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Candidate Profile:
- JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith a
- strong academic record .
- Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction (CA, DC, IL, MA, NY, OR, TX, WA, WV).
- 4–6 yearsof substantivelitigationexperience in
- complex commercial litigation ,
- mass tort ,
- product liability ,
- and/or energy-related matters .
Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
Proven ability to
- manage multiple aspects of case strategy and execution .
Experience handling
depositions, drafting- dispositive motions , and managing
- discovery .
- Courtroom experienceand a demonstrated interest in taking onincreased responsibility.
A team-oriented, proactive, and entrepreneurial approach to litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in a wide range of
- complex litigation matters across industries, including energy (renewable and conventional), tech, pharmaceuticals, and more.
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and develop litigation strategy.
Participate in all aspects of discovery, including depositions, interrogatories, and document review/production.
Manage client relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Make court appearances at hearings, participate in mediations, and support trial preparation and strategy.
Collaborate across offices with a national team of highly regarded litigators and
- contribute to mentorship and firm development efforts .
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of anelite litigation teamknown for delivering innovative solutions to complex legal challenges. You’ll work side-by-side with nationally-recognized trial lawyers on some of themost high-profile disputes in the country. The firm fosters a collaborative culture where associates are encouraged to step into meaningful roles early and are trusted with significant responsibility from day one. If you're looking to deepen your litigation experience at a firm that values agility, creativity, and impact,this is the right move for you.
The firm offershighly-competitive compensation, with an expected annual salary of$310,000-$390,000, discretionary performance-basedbonuses, and acomprehensive benefits packagefeaturing health insurance, retirement plans, generous parental leave, wellness programs, paid time off, and additional perks.
Application Requirements:
Ready to make an impact? Submit yourresume,cover letter indicating your preferred office location, andlaw school transcripttoday!
Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice[1]; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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In Carmichael, CA, the litigation landscape offers a more close-knit legal community with potentially less competition compared to Los Angeles or San Francisco. However, cases handled can still be complex and high-stakes, requiring strong local jurisdiction knowledge and adaptability to regional client needs within California’s diverse legal environment.
Attorneys in Sacramento should excel in managing multifaceted commercial and energy-related disputes, backed by sharp courtroom skills and strategic case management. Proficiency in discovery processes, dispositive motions, and client communication tailored to California’s legal standards are essential for success.
Top-tier law school credentials paired with 4-6 years of substantive litigation experience in complex commercial, mass tort, or product liability cases are critical. Active California bar admission and demonstrated leadership in multi-jurisdictional case strategy amplify a candidate’s appeal for these senior associate roles.
Affinity Search offers a fast-paced environment with involvement in high-profile disputes, demanding agility and entrepreneurial litigation approaches. Attorneys must balance national collaboration with local case nuances, contributing to firm mentorship while managing intense client expectations.
Affinity Search fosters a culture where managing attorneys take on early significant responsibilities, working alongside nationally recognized trial lawyers. The firm encourages innovation and provides mentorship opportunities, enabling attorneys to deepen expertise across various litigation sectors and jurisdictions.
Salaries for this role in Carmichael typically range from $310,000 to $390,000 annually, aligning competitively with other major California markets. This range reflects the high level of expertise required, especially in complex commercial and mass tort litigation, and includes performance-based bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
While Carmichael’s legal market is smaller than major cities, positions for managing complex litigation attract highly qualified candidates, making competition rigorous. Candidates with strong academic records and multi-faceted litigation experience have a better chance, especially when coupled with active bar admissions in key jurisdictions.
Attorneys regularly engage with national teams across various locations to strategize on complex cases, share insights, and mentor junior colleagues. This collaboration enhances case outcomes and supports cross-jurisdictional litigation efforts, reflecting the firm’s integrated approach to high-stakes commercial disputes.
This position often involves clients from energy, tech, pharmaceuticals, and product liability sectors. Understanding industry-specific regulations and challenges allows attorneys to tailor litigation strategies effectively, manage risk, and anticipate opposing counsel tactics within these specialized fields.
Affinity Search values entrepreneurial spirit and proactive litigation practice, offering attorneys early involvement in significant case responsibilities. The firm’s emphasis on mentorship, innovation, and a collaborative environment cultivates leadership skills and accelerates professional development within the litigation practice.
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