Downey Brand seeks a 3rd to 5th year litigation associate to support its water litigation practice. Experience drafting all manner of pleadings (including complaints, answers, and motions), arguing motions, and performing discovery, is essential. This position involves representation of public and private sector clients statewide, in both state and Federal court, in a broad range of water-related issues including water rights, water supply, flood control law, federal reclamation law, public agency law, National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act, and California Environmental Quality Act compliance. Familiarity with natural resource issues is a plus. Associate salaries are based on years of experience and bonus consideration is given for productivity and performance. The successful candidate will have a distinguished academic record and have exceptional research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills. Must be a current, active member of the California Bar Association and willing to relocate to Sacramento if not from the area. Please address cover letter, resume, law school transcript and a brief, recent writing sample to Maureen Cooper, Recruiting Director. Downey Brand LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. No telephone calls or e-mail applications, please. Principals only.