Attorney, Litigation

* Litigation Associate Attorney
* Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below.

* Location:

* Reno, NV

* Job Type:
* Full-Time

* Salary:* $125,000 ± $15,000 DOE

* Experience

Required:

* 4+ years of civil litigation

* Bar Admission:
* Nevada Bar (Required)

About Sierra Crest Business Law Group

Sierra Crest Business Law Group is a Reno-based law firm committed to helping business owners protect their companies and resolve disputes efficiently and effectively. We are driven by a set of core values that guide everything we do:
* persistent relentlessness, integrity, insight, collaboration, compassion, and empowerment*.

Our team provides practical legal solutions rooted in a deep understanding of our clients’ goals. We foster a work environment where attorneys are trusted, supported, and empowered to grow both professionally and personally.

Position Overview

We are seeking a
* Litigation Associate Attorney
* with civil litigation experience and a mindset aligned with our values. This attorney will manage litigation matters from intake through resolution—through court proceedings or
* mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR)*.

You will support the firm’s mission by delivering excellent legal service while enabling the firm’s owner to focus on leadership and strategy. This is an opportunity for a driven attorney to contribute meaningfully to a small, focused team.

Reporting & Supervision

*
* Reports to:

* Firm Owner

* * Supervision:
* Under the direction of the Owner

Key Responsibilities

* Client Advocacy & Dispute Resolution
* * 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
* * Courtroom & Strategic Preparation
* * Advocate in state and federal courts

* Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony

* Stay informed on changes in relevant laws and procedures

* Legal Writing & Risk Analysis
* * 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

* Case Management
* * Maintain control over assigned caseload and meet deadlines with
* persistent relentlessness
* * Collaborate with internal teams for case preparation and execution

* Maintain well-organized case files and correspondence

* Client Counseling & Empowerment
* * Provide clear, actionable legal advice to help clients make informed decisions

* Assess case strengths, weaknesses, and likely outcomes

* Negotiate settlements aligned with client goals and expectations

* Additional Legal Work
* * Support with reviewing and improving business contracts and legal documents

* Offer proactive counsel to business clients on minimizing legal risk

Education & Experience Requirements

* Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

* Active membership in the Nevada Bar (Required)

* Minimum 4 years of experience in civil litigation

* Experience with business transactions is a plus

* Strong legal writing, communication, and research skills

* Ability to collaborate effectively and think strategically

Work Environment & Culture

* Hybrid remote schedule available after onboarding (Reno-based presence required)

* Culture guided by
* collaboration, compassion, and empowerment
* * Clear performance expectations and reasonable billable hour targets

* Daily time entry required for team coordination and client service

Compensation & Benefits

* * Salary:* $140,000 ± $10,000 DOE

* Benefits include:

* 401(k) with matching

* Health, dental, and vision insurance

* Life and disability insurance

* Paid time off and flexible scheduling

* Professional development opportunities

Schedule

* Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Location Requirements

* Based in or willing to relocate to Reno, NV

* Hybrid schedule available following initial training

Ready to Join Us?

If you are an experienced litigator who values
* integrity, insight, collaboration, compassion, empowerment, and persistent relentlessness*, we invite you to apply and grow with us at Sierra Crest Business Law Group. xrlwcon

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ - $ per year

Benefits:

* 401(k)

* 401(k) matching

* Dental insurance

* Flexible schedule

* Health insurance

* Life insurance

* Paid time off

* Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

* How many years of litigation experience do you possess?

Education:

* Doctorate (Required)

Ability to Commute:

* Reno, NV 89509 (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Reno, NV 89509