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March 18, 2026

Midlevel Associate – Litigation (Wine, Beer & Spirits Law)

CorporateFood/Beverage
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Sacramento

Midlevel Associate – Litigation (Wine, Beer & Spirits Law)

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLPSacramento

Practice area

Corporate · Food/Beverage

PQE

3-5 years

Location

Sacramento, California

Salary

$260,000 - $365,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Position: 3rd – 5th year Associate based in Sacramento, California.
  • Practice Group: Join the Wine, Beer & Spirits Law Group within the Litigation Global Business Unit.
  • Primary Focus: Support state and federal alcohol beverage law and regulatory matters.
  • Core Responsibilities: Manage multi-state projects, evaluate tied house, trade practice, ownership, and licensing issues, and handle administrative actions.
  • Industry Scope: Work also involves cannabis, hemp, and tobacco industries, with opportunities for general commercial litigation.
  • Required Education & Bar: Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academics; active California State Bar membership is required.
  • Required Experience: 3-5 years of post-JD experience. Direct experience or demonstrated interest in the alcohol, cannabis, hemp, or tobacco industries is expected.
  • Desired Experience: Previous employment with an Am Law 100 firm is preferred.
  • Key Skills: Strong communication (oral and written), analytical, organizational, time management, judgment, and decision-making skills are essential.
  • Compensation: The salary range for this role is $260,000 - $365,000, dependent on skillset and experience.
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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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    Kate was instrumental in helping me find the job I had been looking for, but didn’t know existed. She’s efficient, focused, and brings her authentic self to the task at hand. From job search to comp negotiations, she was always in my corner, and helped me secure the unicorn job I was looking for. Anyone would be lucky to work with her.

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    JeAnne Reyes joined Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate was instrumental in helping me find the job I had been looking for, but didn’t know existed. She’s efficient, focused, and brings her authentic self to the task at hand. From job search to comp negotiations, she was always in my corner, and helped me secure the unicorn job I was looking for. Anyone would be lucky to work with her.

    Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

    JeAnne Reyes

    Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP • San Francisco