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Placer County
Civil Litigation Attorney
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A Litigation Lawyer, also known as a litigator or trial lawyer, represent plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits. They manage all phases of the litigation from the investigation, pleadings, and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal processes.
$176,015 / year median in California
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Civil Litigation Attorney Placer County $60.50-$94.07 per hour Health, dental, vision insurance, CalPERS, annual leave (County holidays, management leave, sick leave, vacation days), deferred compensation, and more. United States, California, Auburn, CA 145 Fulweiler Avenue (Show on map) Jul 02, 2026 Attention civil litigation attorneys: If you have a passion for the courtroom and a desire to diversify your caseload, the Placer County Counsel's Office has a place for you. Joining this litigation team means managing public entity defense across a broad spectrum of legal matters. As a successful applicant, you will oversee cases through their entire lifecycle - from initial pleadings and discovery to law and motion, trials, administrative hearings, and appeals. This role offers the chance to tackle complex, engaging, and occasionally high-profile litigation. If you are seeking an invigorating career path within the public sector, this is an exceptional opportunity to expand your expertise. The ideal candidate will be a licensed attorney with two to four years of civil litigation experience, particularly those who have advised or represented public entities and officials in the areas described above. Applicants should provide a resume and writing sample, using their application materials to highlight their specific strengths and relevant background. If you are a dedicated and dependable legal professional with a strong interest in public service, we encourage you to apply.