A well-established and growing Personal Injury firm in Sacramento is seeking a motivated Contract Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to gain hands-on litigation experience, receive direct mentorship from a Senior Partner, and build a long-term career in plaintiff-side personal injury law.

This role offers a clear path to permanent hire based on performance and fit.

Position Overview

The firm is looking for an early-career attorney (0-2 years of experience) who is eager to learn, take initiative, and develop strong litigation skills. This is a hands-on role where you will be directly involved in law and motion work, case strategy, and client development.

You will work closely with a Senior Partner who is committed to providing meaningful mentorship and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and argue law and motion (motions, pleadings, discovery, etc.)
• Assist with case strategy and litigation support from intake through resolution
• Conduct legal research and writing
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and vendors
• Participate in client development and relationship-building efforts
• Support trial preparation as needed

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to the California Bar (or pending results)
• 0-2 years of legal experience (personal injury experience is a plus but not required)
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Highly motivated with a desire to learn and grow in plaintiff litigation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

What Sets This Opportunity Apart

• Direct mentorship from an experienced Senior Partner
• Exposure to substantive litigation work early in your career
• Opportunity to build your own client base and professional network
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Contract-to-hire path with long-term growth potential

Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate (DOE) but once perm between the range of $120,000-$150,000
• Potential for conversion to a permanent position with full benefits

If you're a driven, early-career attorney who wants more than just document review-you're eager to get into the courtroom, take ownership of cases, and grow into a well-rounded litigator while receiving hands-on mentorship, then please apply today!