Litigation Attorney

About Us

Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP (“SMT”) is a premier law firm located in the heart of Sonoma County’s wine country, just north of San Francisco. Our 19 attorneys represent sophisticated clients in a wide range of legal matters, including litigation, business, estate planning, intellectual property, labor and employment, and real property.

We deliver top‑notch legal services while maintaining a strong work‑life balance for our attorneys and staff. SMT emphasizes practical training, hands‑on mentoring, and a collaborative culture. Deeply engaged in the North Bay community, we encourage our team to volunteer and serve on local nonprofit boards. SMT has been recognized as one of the North Bay Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for eight consecutive years.

We are seeking a litigation attorney with 5–10 years of recent trial experience to join our litigation department in our Santa Rosa office. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with senior partners and other attorneys on a broad range of civil litigation matters, including business, trusts and estates, employment, personal injury, and intellectual property.

We offer a competitive starting salary commensurate with experience, a structured bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package. SMT provides continued professional development in a firm known for high‑quality, effective, and efficient legal services. We value client service, collegiality, kindness, and quality of life.

• Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California
• 5–10 years of relevant litigation experience
• Broad experience in litigation support, including trial preparation, discovery, motions, depositions, and court appearances
• Experience advocating for clients at hearings, motions, mediations, and arbitrations
• Strong oral, written, research, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated success in managing client relationships and deliverables
• Strong strategic judgment, common sense, and ability to prioritize and follow through on multiple projects

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $140,000 – $190,000 per year

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

• Monday to Friday

• Structured bonus pay based on achievable benchmarks

Hybrid remote in Santa Rosa, CA 95404