Managing Attorney

Job Description

Job Title:
Managing Attorney
Location: Sacramento, CA (On-site)
Practice Areas: Plaintiff Personal Injury & Employment Litigation

About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Managing Attorney to lead the legal operations of a high-performing plaintiff-side litigation firm. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the litigation strategy, supervising attorneys and legal staff, and aligning departmental execution with firm-wide goals.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, systems-driven environment that values excellence, collaboration, and proactive leadership, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead litigation strategy across all personal injury and employment cases.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of associate and senior attorneys.
• Oversee preparation and review of key filings, motions, pleadings, and settlements.
• Manage legal workflows and collaborate with intake, paralegal, and administrative teams.
• Ensure compliance with ethical rules and legal procedure across jurisdictions.
• Address escalated client concerns and support firm-wide client satisfaction initiatives.
• Track and analyze legal team performance metrics; recommend and implement process improvements.
• Serve as liaison between legal staff and firm leadership, providing regular strategic updates.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• 8-10+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience, including trial and settlement preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing legal teams in a high-volume environment.
• Strong grasp of case valuation, litigation deadlines, and client relationship standards.
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with firm contribution
• CLE and professional development support

How to Apply: Apply online, or send your resume and writing samples in confidence to  . We look forward to reviewing your application!

Call/Text Jaimi Harper 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.