Posted 06/05/2026
Job Number: 16881

Managing Attorney

California Onsite

Industry:  Legal Services

Job Category: Management

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary:  $175,000 - $215,000 / Annually

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Job Description

Position Title: Managing Attorney

About the Role: This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned attorney with a strong background in civil litigation and leadership. The Managing Attorney will oversee a team while managing a case load, ensuring that both individual and team performance meet the firm’s standards. This position requires a balance of strategic oversight and operational execution, with a focus on fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to hold team members accountable while promoting a collaborative environment. The firm values a progressive workplace that emphasizes work-life balance and flexibility, making it an ideal setting for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.

Salary Range: $175,000 – $215,000 / Year DOE

Managing Attorney Responsibilities:

  • Lead the recruitment and successful onboarding of newly hired attorneys
  • Build high-performing legal teams and foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and excellence
  • Establish structured production pods to ensure maximum team utilization and output
  • Align legal production processes with the firm’s long-term growth objectives
  • Set clear deadlines, track progress, and hold team members accountable for deliverables
  • Identify underperformance issues, implement corrective action plans, and establish firm timelines for ‘go/no-go’ decisions
  • Conduct regular check-ins, performance evaluations, and proactive intervention strategies to ensure team success
  • Maintain an in-office presence to foster relationships, mentor attorneys, and oversee production
  • Actively engage with attorneys and paralegals through one-on-one meetings and pod development initiatives
  • Encourage informal interactions to build team rapport and morale
  • Follow a structured cadence of responsibilities to ensure consistent workflow
  • Drive operational efficiencies by aligning production processes with revenue and profitability targets
  • Monitor and refine KPIs to align with goals for billable hours, case movement, and client satisfaction
  • Work closely with leadership to ensure seamless operations and goal alignment
  • Lead mentoring, training, and career development initiatives within the legal team
  • Implement structured feedback mechanisms to improve individual and team performance
  • Ensure high retention rates by fostering a positive and productive work environment

Managing Attorney Requirements:

  • 8+ years of civil litigation experience
  • 3+ years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience
  • Experience with depositions, court appearances, and motion practice
  • Expert-level familiarity with the California Probate Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and Evidence Code
  • Prior experience managing attorneys and production staff, including performance management
  • Must have managed 5-10 attorneys/support staff and no more than 20 people
  • Barred in California
  • Ability to engage in servant leadership and hold team members accountable while promoting a positive work environment
  • Flexibility in work hours is preferred
  • Experience in a high-performing legal environment is preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are preferred
  • Proficiency with legal technology is preferred

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with a 4% match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Unlimited PTO and 40 hours of paid sick leave combined
  • Federal paid holidays
  • $3600/year in technology reimbursement

If you are a Managing Attorney looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-AS1

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