McCormick Barstow LLP is looking for Fall Associates to join our 2025 fall class in the Modesto office. We are excited to hear from motivated individuals ready to grow their legal careers and contribute to our firm’s success.
Position Overview:
We are seeking dedicated First-Year Law Associates to join our Modesto team. This position is perfect for recent law school graduates with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree who will be taking the July Bar exam. You’ll be working under the mentorship of experienced attorneys in a specific practice group, gaining hands-on experience and building expertise in complex legal matters.
In this role, you will:
- Provide legal counsel to existing clients.
- Conduct legal research and draft/review documents, motions, etc.
- Make court appearances.
- Take and defend deposition.
- Help manage client files and ensure they’re up-to-date.
- Assist with discovery in litigation and support trial preparations.
- Perform due diligence on contracts, agreements, and other legal matters.
- Attend client meetings, hearings, and other legal proceedings as needed.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Must have taken the bar exam before starting the position.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication abilities.
- Detail-oriented with great organizational skills.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with legal software tools for research and document management.
- Prior legal internships or clerkships, especially in a law firm setting.
What We Offer:
- The chance to work alongside experienced attorneys and gain exposure to challenging legal matters.
- A supportive environment with mentorship to help you develop as an attorney.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
We look forward to receiving your application. In your cover letter, please mention your connection to the Central Valley or your reasons for wanting to relocate to the area. Top 1/3 of your class is preferred, and mock trial experience is a plus. Moot Court and Law Journal experience are also helpful but not required.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to jumpstart your legal career in a collaborative, dynamic environment, email your cover letter, resume and transcript to shannon.ivener@mccormickbarstow.com to join our team at McCormick Barstow LLP!
Starting salary is $115,000. Bonus, Partner Track and much more available.
Posted: May 7, 2025