Managing Attorney

Overview

Position Type:
Full-time, Exempt

Location:

Sacramento, CA (In-person)

Reports to:

CEO
Salary Range (DOE): 210k - 270k + discretionary bonus

Purpose
To lead and optimize a high-performing plaintiff trial team specializing in civil litigation. Drive exceptional case outcomes and firm profitability through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and talent development.

York Law Firm advocates for victims and families in complex civil matters, especially elder abuse, wrongful death, healthcare/long-term care negligence, and related cases. We strive to uncover neglect and fraud, hold operators accountable, and deliver justice with urgency and compassion. We combine litigation, ethical advocacy, and operational excellence to achieve meaningful results for the communities we serve.

We’re seeking a seasoned civil litigator, a plaintiff’s attorney with trial experience, and a disciplined approach to case work up for trial success. This attorney will transition to a managing attorney role, actively managing attorneys and analyzing case work up to drive legal team and trial success. You will analyze case metrics to manage direction, mentor attorneys to elevate litigation and trial skills, and partner closely with Operations to streamline workflows and improve outcomes.

• Demonstrates strong business acumen in managing a contingency-fee-based practice, with a focus on firmwide financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Leverages technology to improve litigation workflows, case management, and team productivity.
• Drives cases proactively toward trial or favorable settlement, ensuring consistent forward momentum and avoiding unnecessary delays.
• Utilizes a strategic, value-driven approach to discovery, identifying key information that strengthens liability, damages, and overall case value.
• Prioritizes timely, successful case resolution by implementing systems and strategies that accelerate progress without compromising quality.
• Sets the tone for the legal team, leading by example and maintaining accountability.
• Models professional excellence, accountability, and mentorship; provides structured feedback and development goals; supports training programs.
• Holds ultimate responsibility for legal outcomes, decision-making, and firm-wide oversight; exercises authority over hiring, performance management, and, when necessary, termination.
• Upholds firm values and standards, protects the firm’s reputation, and exercises sound judgment under pressure.

• Owns case strategy from intake through trial; conducts risk assessments, budget/scoping, and settlement posture.
• Reviews and refines pleadings, motions, discovery plans, and evidentiary strategy to ensure consistent, high-quality work product.
• First-chair or supervise key proceedings (motions, mediations, MSCs, and trial), as needed.

• Coaches associates and trial attorneys on deposition planning and execution.
• Leads trial-skills development: openings/closings, expert work-ups, and jury instructions.
• Conducts regular case “readiness” reviews.

• Owns financial performance and understands firm economics.
• Analyzes cost versus return and case value versus effort.
• Maintains awareness of contingency-based practice, revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Applies a multiplier mindset to scale the business and employees.

• Provides clear, practical legal advice grounded in thorough research and analysis.
• Elevates written advocacy (motions, briefs, MSJs, objections) through structured feedback and templates.

• Represents clients in hearings, mediations, and other proceedings; drives principled, effective negotiation strategies.
• Maintains strong client relationships; communicates proactively on case status, risks, and next steps.

• Collaborates with Operations to improve intake, discovery, calendaring, and trial prep workflows (SOPs, checklists, processes).
• Partner with legal ops to leverage document management, tasking,…