Civil Litigation Attorney

The Opportunity: We are seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of experience who excels at strategic problem-solving and preventive lawyering. You will: Develop cost-conscious litigation strategies prioritizing resolution and delivering efficient trial advocacy when needed. Draft pleadings, dispositive and procedural motions, and conduct/defend depositions. Manage discovery, case calendars, and client communications from intake through verdict or settlement. Collaborate with teammates to refine checklists and training materials that advance our preventive approach. What You’ll Bring 0-3 years of hands-on civil-litigation experience (hearings, trials, depositions, motion practice). Superior analytical, research, writing, and client-communication skills. Familiarity with California and, ideally, Central Valley court rules and procedures. Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active membership in the State Bar of California. A mindset that values practical solutions, collegial teamwork, and efficient use of client resources. Why CZ Law Our Firm combines top-tier legal work with genuine work-life balance. Our attorneys enjoy moderate billable goals and predictable schedules, allowing them to excel both in and out of the office. We emphasize a preventive practice philosophy, crafting forward-thinking strategies that help clients avoid unnecessary costs while still delivering strong, efficient advocacy when litigation is unavoidable. You’ll thrive in a collaborative culture with open-door mentorship, firm-wide lunches, and leadership invested in your professional growth. Best of all, you’ll tackle sophisticated real estate, employment, agricultural, municipal, and business matters without the burnout of 80-hour weeks.