Civil Litigation Attorney; Hybrid

Position: Civil Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)
Job Description

Job Posting:
Civil Litigation Attorney

Location:
Hybrid in Oakland, CA

Job Type:
Full-Time

Practice Areas:
Business Litigation, Insurance Defense, Employment, Torts, Medical Malpractice, Contracts, Real Estate etc.

Civil Litigation Attorney Position Overview:
We are seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with ideally 2+ years of experience in civil litigation to join a collaborative and growing legal team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience and receive meaningful mentorship from experienced attorneys. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and motivated to build their litigation skills while managing a variety of civil matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of civil litigation, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and settlement negotiations
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents
• Attend hearings, mediations, and arbitrations
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on case strategy and trial preparation
• Maintain organized case files and meet court deadlines
• Handle multiple cases with efficiency and attention to detail
• Provide case evaluations and risk assessments to clients
• Assist in negotiating settlements and resolving disputes effectively
• Prepare witnesses and experts for depositions and trial testimony
• Stay up to date on relevant case law and legal trends affecting practice areas
• Ensure compliance with court rules, procedures, and ethical obligations

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing with the State Bar
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience managing cases from inception to resolution
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Trial experience is a plus but not required

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Hybrid workstyle

How to Apply:
Apply online, or send your resume directly to  . We look forward to reviewing your application!

Call/Text directly at  with questions on the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.