Sierra Crest Business Law Group · 5 days ago
Litigation Associate
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expSierra Crest Business Law is a fast-growing, client-centered business law firm serving business owners throughout Reno and beyond. The Associate Litigation Attorney will manage litigation matters, develop case strategies, and ensure high-quality representation for clients while aligning with the firm's core values.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Sarah (Ashley) Butler
Responsibilities
Represent clients in civil and probate litigation, including trials, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations
Seek resolution of disputes through mediation and ADR where appropriate
Conduct legal research, analyze laws, and develop effective case strategies
Interview clients and witnesses with professionalism and compassion
Coordinate internal and external meetings, agendas, materials, and follow-ups
Advocate in state and federal courts
Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony
Stay informed of changes in relevant laws and procedures
Maintain control over assigned caseload and meet deadlines
Collaborate with internal teams for case preparation and execution
Maintain well organized case files and correspondence
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and settlement agreements
Review and analyze documents for legal risk and compliance
Identify solutions using legal insight and practical judgment
Provide clear, actionable legal advice to help clients make informed decisions
Assess and communicate case strengths, weaknesses, and likely outcomes
Negotiate settlements aligned with client goals and expectations
Build trusted relationships across and outside the firm
Demonstrate professionalism and discretion in all interactions
Support with reviewing and delivering business contracts and other legal documents
Proactively offer support to the legal team when caseload allows
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school
3-5 years of associate level legal experience, civil litigation strongly preferred
Strong legal research skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a professional, client-service mindset
Ability to anticipate needs, problem-solve independently, and execute with minimal direction
Preferred
Experience with business transactions and agreements
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Clio Grow/Manager (CRM) preferred; high degree of comfort learning and implementing new systems and tools
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability coverage options plus life insurance and retirement plans with contribution matching
Training and professional development
Transparent performance metrics and accountability
A collaborative, mission-driven team culture
The chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives while building your own career
Company
Sierra Crest Business Law Group
Our mission is to guide small business owners over rocky legal terrain so they can protect and grow their companies.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase