York Law Corporation · 1 day ago
Managing Attorney
1111 Exposition Boulevard building 500, Sacramento, CA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expYork Law Corporation is a law firm that advocates for victims and families in complex civil matters, particularly in areas like elder abuse and wrongful death. They are seeking a seasoned civil litigator to lead their plaintiff trial team, focusing on driving case outcomes and managing attorneys to enhance their litigation skills.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Demonstrates strong business acumen in managing a contingency-fee-based practice, with a focus on firmwide financial performance and operational efficiency
Leverages technology to improve litigation workflows, case management, and team productivity
Drives cases proactively toward trial or favorable settlement, ensuring consistent forward momentum and avoiding unnecessary delays
Utilizes a strategic, value-driven approach to discovery, identifying key information that strengthens liability, damages, and overall case value
Prioritizes timely, successful case resolution by implementing systems and strategies that accelerate progress without compromising quality
Set the tone for the legal team, leading by example and maintaining accountability
Model professional excellence, accountability, and mentorship
Provide structured feedback, set development goals, and support training programs
Hold ultimate responsibility for legal outcomes, decision-making, and firm-wide oversight
Exercise authority over hiring, performance management, and, when necessary, termination
Uphold firm values and standards. Protect the firm's reputation and exercise sound judgment under pressure
Own case strategy from intake through trial; conduct risk assessments, budget/scoping, and settlement posture
Review and refine pleadings, motions, discovery plans, and evidentiary strategy; ensure consistent, high-quality work product
First-chair or supervise key proceedings (motions, mediations, MSCs, and trial), as needed
Coach associates and trial attorneys on deposition planning and execution
Lead trial-skills development: openings/closings, expert work-ups, and jury instructions
Conduct regular case 'readiness' reviews
Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and other proceedings; drive principled, effective negotiation strategies
Maintain strong client relationships; communicate proactively on case status, risks, and next steps
Collaborate with Operations to improve intake, discovery, calendaring, and trial prep workflows (SOPs, checklists, processes)
Partner with legal ops to leverage document management, tasking, and analytics; monitor deadlines and throughput
Contribute to staffing plans, capacity management, and vendor coordination (e.g., experts, court reporters, and other vendors)
Mentor and train junior and senior attorneys
Foster a coaching mindset and provide structured feedback
Directly address and resolve conflicts with emotional intelligence
Champion a positive, growth-oriented culture
Qualification
Required
J.D. and active California Bar membership in good standing
10-12+ years of civil litigation experience on the plaintiff's side, with meaningful trial exposure (first- or second-chair) and deep deposition practice
Supervisory/Management experience
Demonstrated ability to coach attorneys through discovery, depositions, dispositive motions, and trial
Proven legal research and analysis; excellent written and oral advocacy
Strong negotiation skills and experience resolving disputes efficiently
Outstanding organizational, analytical, and time-management abilities
Thrives in a fast-paced, team-led environment; fosters cross-functional collaboration
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
401(k) with employer contribution
Company
York Law Corporation
We advocate and fight for victims of nursing home abuse and neglect, seriously injured personal injury victims and their families, employees who have been fired for whistleblower activities and employees for wage and hour violations.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase