Description:

Location: Sacramento, CA

Experience Level: 6+ Years

Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our growing and dynamic Public Agency practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who enjoys meaningful, complex, work and values a mix of autonomy and collaboration with exceptional colleagues.

About the role:
The ideal candidate will have at least six years of litigation experience, with a strong background representing public agencies or litigating matters involving governmental entities. You will handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances, while working closely with supportive and highly skilled attorneys. You will also have an opportunity to work directly with clients and counsel them on potential settlement, mediation, or other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

What You'll Do:
  • Litigate cases on behalf of public agencies including but not limited to cities, special districts and joint powers authorities.
  • Manage cases independently while collaborating with team members.
  • Draft and argue motions; conduct discovery and depositions.
  • Appear in court and before administrative bodies.
  • Develop trusted relationships with clients and have an opportunity to grow your own practice or book of business, if desired.

What We're Looking For:
  • Experience with public agency or government-related litigation strongly preferred.
  • Experience in land use and/or CEQA is desirable but not required.
  • Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills,
  • A collegial, team-oriented approach. Our department is built on a group of people who work extremely well together and that culture is a priority for us.
  • J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • Active license in good standing in California.
  • Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience.

Why Join Kronick?

  • Kronick has a 67 year history of high-quality, sophisticated, work for respected public agency clients.
  • A collaborative and supportive firm culture.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership, including the opportunity to grow your own practice, if desired.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits. Salary range for this position is $155,000- $260,000, depending on experience. This position also offers a generous benefits package, a reasonable hours target that provides for exceptional opportunity for hours bonuses and discretionary bonuses, flexible working arrangements like remote work, and an opportunity to join a well-established and respected firm in the Sacramento area.

How to Apply:
To be considered for this opening, please submit: a cover letter; your resume; a research based writing sample (such as a research memo);and a persuasive writing sample.

Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices of the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $155,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance