Legal Jobs in Berkeley, CA

REQUIREMENTS

Seeking a patent litigation associate with experience in life science or pharmaceutical patent litigation, including Hatch Waxman litigation, and disputes counseling. Applicants should have at least an undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry or other equivalent relevant to the pharmaceutical industry. Registration to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office, or ability to qualify, is preferred. Candidates for lawyer opportunities in the U.S. must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of the Bar in the United States.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

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A leading legal technology firm is seeking a Head of Legal, US, to guide legal strategy and ensure compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, 8–10 years of experience, and a strong background in technology transactions.

This role offers a competitive salary of $194,000
- $328,000 plus bonuses, with a strong emphasis on professional development and work/life balance.
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A global technology company based in San Francisco is seeking an experienced attorney for the role of Counsel, Commercial.

This position requires expertise in commercial transactions, negotiation of high-value agreements, and collaborative work with various business teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor (JD) and has a minimum of 6 years of experience in commercial law.

Key benefits include flexible work arrangements and comprehensive health packages.

The salary range for this role is $150,000 – $170,000 USD, plus bonuses.
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Director of Licensing – Oncology Programs (Los Angeles or San Francisco)

Travel: approximately 20%.

Job Responsibilities

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• The Director works in the External R&D group of Business Development and will be responsible for leading the business development efforts in identifying and evaluating external therapeutic assets for in-licensing, M&A, or partnership collaborations, in support of the Oncology therapeutic area strategy.
  
• The Director will develop and nurture a network of key industry and academic contacts to ensure robust communication of ideas, interests and information between the external community and internal groups.
  
• The role requires proactive efforts to manage the search and identification of opportunities through networking along with landscape and strategy reviews.
  
• The Director will lead the technical evaluations of opportunities by creating and managing cross-functional review teams, providing recommendations based on robust scientific and drug industry knowledge, and ensuring appropriate and efficient decision making processes.
  
• The Director will work closely with the transaction lead to ensure efficient reviews and business negotiations.
  
• The Director is responsible for leading strategic discussions and presentations, collaborating closely with senior management, R&D, and Commercial to develop a set of priorities for licensure or M&A.
  
• The Director will also successfully mentor any direct reports, and present themselves as a thoughtful and respected professional to both internal colleagues and external parties.
  
• The Director will include the support of out-licensing activities.
  

Basic Qualifications

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• Doctorate degree & 4 years of drug development industry and/or biopharm experience.
  
• Master’s degree & 8 years of drug development industry and/or biopharm experience.
  
• Bachelor’s degree & 10 years of R&D and/or biopharm business development experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

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• Doctorate in scientific discipline, with robust working knowledge in oncology therapeutic area.
  
• 5+ years of management experience in business and drug development activities, and strong technical R&D experience along with business development and licensing experience.
  
• Strong leadership, scientific, organizational, communication, and project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  
• Excellent presentation skills. Effective communication skills pertaining to scientific and business development.
  
• Must demonstrate ability to foresee and solve problems, and prioritize and meet deadlines.
  
• Strong team player, experience in successfully managing direct reports and a demonstrated ability to interface effectively with all levels of staff across differing functional expertise.
  
• Demonstrated ability to create and build relationships with internal and external parties.
  
• Professional demeanor with strong decision making.
  
• Be able to work independently, manage large cross functional teams, and
  

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SourcePro Search is conducting a search for an experienced Paralegal Specialist to join the San Francisco office of a top‑rated law firm, supporting the Complex Litigation and Arbitration Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of litigation paralegal experience, including expertise in arbitration, trial, and appellate practices.

What You’ll Do:

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• Perform work in an efficient and cost‑effective manner so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work;
  
• Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified);
  
• Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex legal documents related to litigation matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties;
  
• Organize, review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for filing with courts and agencies;
  
• Process and manage confidential client information using eDiscovery tools, extranets, and similar, including for source code review, document review, and document production;
  
• Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of documents with attorneys; conduct searches of production databases for relevant documents; and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks;
  
• Assist attorneys with preparation of materials for depositions;
  
• Perform factual research in internal and external databases and libraries;
  
• Coordinate trial preparation; attend trial and provide support to attorneys at court and agency hearings; coordinate logistics, including local/remote set‑up and travel arrangements;
  
• Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services;
  
• Direct work and train team members;
  
• Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs;
  
• Work overtime as required; travel as required; and
  
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.
  

What You’ll Bring:

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• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred);
  
• At least 10 years of Litigation Paralegal experience (required);
  
• Arbitration/trial experience (required);
  
• Appellate practice experience (preferred);
  
• Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook and web‑based conference call/web‑sharing applications;
  
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications;
  
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
  
• Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications;
  
• Advanced proficiency with transcript management applications (LiveNote);
  
• Advanced proficiency in online research and internet search resources (LexisNexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing PACER, CM/ECF, and other electronic court and agency databases;
  
• Strong knowledge of and familiarity with litigation procedures and terminology;
  
• Strong knowledge of and familiarity with eDiscovery platforms and processes;
  
• Strong knowledge of relevant jurisdictional/court/agency processes and procedures;
  
• Advanced proficiency with timekeeping and expense reporting applications; and
  
• Strong knowledge of legal billing processes.
  

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Our client is a high-growth, venture-backed technology company, operating at the intersection of hardware, software, logistics, and e-commerce, and backed by marquee investors including Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, and Google Ventures. With significant recent funding at a multi-billion-dollar valuation and a clear trajectory toward an IPO within the next several years, our client is seeking a seasoned, business-minded General Counsel to join its executive leadership team at a pivotal moment of scale. This attorney will report directly to the CEO.

This role offers a rare opportunity to lead legal strategy for a company that operates real-world infrastructure at scale: deploying regulated hardware, building physical facilities, navigating land use and zoning, and delivering mission-critical services to enterprise customers across healthcare, retail, and food. The General Counsel will serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, Board of Directors, and executive leadership team, helping the company grow rapidly while operating safely, compliantly, and efficiently.

The legal function is well established, with a strong bench of senior deputies across corporate, commercial, regulatory, product, privacy, and investigations. The General Counsel will build on this foundation, providing leadership, strategic direction, and judgment as the company enters its next phase of growth and prepares for the public markets.

Key Responsibilities Include:

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• Serve as the principal legal advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors.
  
• Lead all global legal matters, including corporate governance, financing, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, real estate, land use, and operational risk.
  
• Guide the company through late-stage private company operations, capital raises, potential debt financings, and IPO readiness.
  
• Oversee complex commercial agreements with enterprise customers, strategic partners, suppliers, and infrastructure counterparties.
  
• Partner closely with go-to-market, sales, and operations teams to support large, long-term, infrastructure-style customer relationships.
  
• Advise on regulatory frameworks spanning federal, state, and local authorities, including permitting, zoning, and operational compliance.
  
• Support real-world operations and safety initiatives, including crisis response and incident management.
  
• Lead and develop a high-performing legal team, fostering a pragmatic, business-oriented culture.
  
• Manage outside counsel thoughtfully, balancing internal expertise with disciplined external spend.
  
• Act as a cross-functional leader who can influence, collaborate, and earn trust in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment.
  

Professional Qualifications:

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• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required.
  
• Significant legal experience at a high-growth technology company.
  
• Prior General Counsel experience preferred, though our client will consider seasoned #2 candidates for the position on a case‑by‑case basis.
  
• Strong commercial contracting experience, including customer, supplier, and infrastructure agreements.
  
• One or more of the following: Background in hardware-enabled, operationally complex businesses (e.g., advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, energy, logistics, or similarly regulated industries).
  
• Deep experience in corporate governance, venture and late‑stage financings, and public‑company preparation.
  
• Familiarity with land use, zoning, permitting, and regulated operations; ability to partner with specialized regulatory teams.
  
• Demonstrated ability to provide practical, business-forward advice without over-lawyering.
  
• Track record of stability and long-term impact in prior roles.
  

Personal Characteristics Include:

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• Seasoned, confident leader who can operate as a peer to senior executives.
  
• Pragmatic and commercially savvy, with an operator’s mindset.
  
• Comfortable in fast-paced, demanding environments where execution matters.
  
• Able to influence without relying solely on formal authority or excessive process.
  
• Resilient, steady, and unflappable in high-stakes or crisis situations.
  
• Collaborative, low-ego, and effective in flat organizational structures.
  

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment and bring a pragmatic, operator-oriented approach to legal leadership. Success in this role requires strong judgment, resilience, and the ability to influence across a highly technical, ambitious, and demanding executive team while maintaining credibility and trust.

Compensation:

The role offers a competitive executive compensation package, including a base salary between $350k - $400k, 50% annual performance-based bonus, and meaningful long-term equity participation aligned with the company’s growth and value creation. Total compensation is designed to provide significant upside potential as the company scales toward the public markets. The role is based in San Francisco with regular in-office presence; limited flexibility may be considered on an exception basis.

Solutus Legal Search is proud to have been exclusively retained to assist our client with this important engagement. Resumes submitted directly to the company will be forwarded to Solutus Legal Search for evaluation.

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IP, Technology Patent Counseling and Prosecution, Patent Agent or Associate (add location)
REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, computer science, or equivalent experience. Registration to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office is required. A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and U.S. bar membership is also required for attorneys.

The firm is looking for candidates with the technical chops to be able to discuss details with engineers and developers, but also the confidence to interact with well-known giants in the tech world. The right candidate will be as comfortable working on rocket engines and satellite technology as they are working on the next generation of artificial intelligence, encryption, automation, and robotics. There will be opportunities for crossover work as well, involving technologies such as clean energy and digital health.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.
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Mandarin Document Reviewer

Contact Review - Washington, DC

Location: Remote

Start Date: Negotiable

Experience & Qualifications

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• Familiarity with document review workflows
  
• Examples: Privilege/Responsiveness Review, Redactions, Conceptual Searching, First and Second Review, etc.
  
• Experience with electronic document review technology
  
• Examples: Relativity, Concordance, ViewPoint, etc.
  
• Active bar admission in at least 1 U.S. Jurisdiction and status in good standing
  
• Ability to read/write Mandarin Chinese.
  

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

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• Experience as a member of a document review team
  
• Familiarity with Relativity 9.0 or higher version
  
• 2+ years of legal support experience
  

Hours & Location

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• Location (including opportunity for remote work) is established on a project‑by‑project basis
  
• Hours (including the opportunity to work outside standard business hours) are established on a project‑by‑project basis
  

About Contact

Contact Review prides itself on finding high‑quality, high‑accountability, barred attorneys specifically tailored to the needs of our project. We seek attorneys to assist with document review, privilege review, expert testimony, legal research, and foreign language translation. Unlike other eDiscovery vendors, Contact fosters a culture where every project manager, programmer, engineer, reviewer, and analyst sees themselves as an extension of the projects' team. Here at Contact, we look for ways to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and put our clients in the best possible position to weather the next storm.

For more information about Contact Review please visit: : $60 - $60 an hour

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Criminal Defense Attorney - The United Firm (San Francisco)

We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Associate Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the San Francisco area. As the Associate Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Associate Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Criminal Defense Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
• Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
• Manage court appearances, trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
• Manage the workload of cases
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
• Accrue additional evidence to support the client's case or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
• Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support the client’s positions

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with their fellow associates
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber

Pay Range: $80,000-$120,000 annual salary (Pay range may be exceeded based on experience on a case-by-case basis.)

Do you have a passion for Criminal Defense and a desire to practice within an organization with lots of room for growth? Here at the Matian Firm, we offer that benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Criminal Defense Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry. Apply now!

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

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Corporate Group Associate (3-5 years)

Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

About Us:

Located in the heart of San Francisco, a stones throw from Embarcadero, we are recognized in “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News year after year, voted in Vault as “One of Top 25 Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For”, Chambers-ranked, and have over 20 lawyers recognized as “Best Lawyers” in 2021 including “Ones to Watch”. We are passionate about our clients and our attorneys and work hard to create a great life-work balance. We offer hybrid flexibility, minimal turnover, transparent and clear business practices, clear partner track and an incredibly talented and diverse team of attorneys and staff.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a passionate and talented Associate attorney with approximately 3-5 years of solid corporate transactional, M&A, and securities law experience for a partnership track position in our Corporate Group.

The Corporate Group has an active practice covering a wide variety of corporate transactional and counseling matters including a substantial mergers and acquisitions practice, advising emerging growth companies, forming private investment funds, securities law counseling, intellectual property transactional matters, corporate governance and general corporate and commercial counseling.

Job Requirements:

• California Bar License
• Solid corporate transactional experience
• M&A transactional experience
• Securities law experience for a partnership track position in our Corporate Group
• Significant securities law experience (*is required)
• Corporate Group has an active practice covering a wide variety of corporate transactional and counseling matters including a substantial mergers and acquisitions practice, advising emerging growth companies, forming private investment funds, securities law counseling, intellectual property transactional matters, corporate governance and general corporate and commercial counseling.
• Mandatory vaccine policy

What’s in it for You:

• Great Compensation and Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Salary $240K - $270K (based on experience)
• Billable hours target 1850 hours (including pro-bono & certain admin time)
• Bonuses start at 1850 hours (Significant bonuses given to associates who bill 1950 hours or more)
• Excellent range of benefits
• All partners are equity partners
• Partner Compensation is based on a unique objective formula that includes collected hours, revenue generated from clients, pro bono and administrative time. The use of this formula means that even relatively junior partners can rise rapidly up the compensation ladder if their performance merits it.
• Origination credits for employees

So, if you are a Corporate Group Associate with at least 3-5 years of significant securities law experience looking to join a sophisticated, growing, and active Chambers-ranked practice, we would love to hear from you.

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Litigation Associate

Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

About Us:

Located in the heart of San Francisco, a stones throw from Embarcadero, we are recognized in “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News year after year, voted in Vault as “One of Top 25 Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For”, Chambers-ranked, and have over 20 lawyers recognized as “Best Lawyers” in 2021 including “Ones to Watch”. We are passionate about our clients and our attorneys and work hard to create a great life-work balance. We offer hybrid flexibility, minimal turnover, transparent and clear business practices, clear partner track and an incredibly talented and diverse team of attorneys and staff.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a passionate and talented junior associate attorney with 3 to 4 years of meaningful experience in civil litigation to work in our Litigation Department. The attorney will work on a variety of substantive litigation matters (complex litigation, securities litigation, intellectual property litigation, will contests, real estate and construction litigation, corporate and partnership disputes over ownership and fiduciary duties, contract disputes, etc.). Meaningful litigation experience includes drafting of pleadings/motions, drafting and responding to written discovery, and managing document discovery. Experience with depositions, arguing motions, pre-trial preparation, trials, and arbitrations is a plus. Successful candidates will have demonstrably superior legal writing skills.

Job Requirements:

• California Bar License
• 3 - 4 years Civil Litigation experience
• Experience drafting of pleading/motions
• Drafting and responding to written discovery requests
• Experience with fiduciary duties and contract disputes
• Mandatory vaccine policy

What’s in it for You:

• Great Compensation and Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Salary $200K - $255K
• Billable hours target 1850 hours (including pro-bono & certain admin time)
• Bonuses start at 1850 hours (Significant bonuses given to associates who bill 1950 hours or more)
• Excellent range of benefits
• All partners are equity partners
• Partner Compensation is based on a unique objective formula that includes collected hours, revenue generated from clients, pro bono and administrative time. The use of this formula means that even relatively junior partners can rise rapidly up the compensation ladder if their performance merits it.
• Origination credits for employees

So, if you are a Litigation Associate with at least 3-4 years of Civil Litigation looking to join a sophisticated, growing, and active Chambers-ranked practice, we would love to hear from you.

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Preeminent defense litigation firm with offices throughout the United States is looking for aComplex Litigation Attorney to join their team. The positionoffers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and is based out of the firms San Francisco. CA office. The firm offers a highly positive professional environment that embraces Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then this is the opportunity for you.

Ideal candidates will have experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 2-8 years of litigation experience, to grow in their careers with exposure to a wide variety of prominent national clients and by taking on substantial litigation responsibilities. Working directly with in-house counsel, the attorney in this role will have the opportunity to interact directly with sophisticated clients, as well as Internal teams of talented, experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end.
• Work closely and collaborate with other attorneys and partners.
• Regular trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Communicate with clients and provide reports.

Qualifications:

• Must have a JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice law in California and be a good standing member of the CA Bar
• Must have 2-8 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience with defending Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, Transportation, and other civil litigation matters preferred.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Client-facing experience preferred
• Must have the ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Legal project management experience is a plus.

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A leading law firm specializing in intellectual property, located in San Francisco, is seeking candidates experienced in patent litigation.

The ideal candidate must possess a J.D.

and admission to the California Bar.

Strong skills in legal research, writing, and advocacy, alongside a background in a scientific or engineering discipline are essential.

Join a dedicated team at the forefront of IP and advance your legal career with a firm that values confidentiality.
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### Litigation and Risk Counsel#### San Francisco, California, United StatesLitigation and Risk Counsel
**Why join us
**Brex is the AI-powered spend platform.

We help companies spend with confidence with integrated corporate cards, banking, and global payments, plus intuitive software for travel and expenses.

Tens of thousands of companies from startups to enterprises — including DoorDash, Flexport, and Compass — use Brex to proactively control spend, reduce costs, and increase efficiency on a global scale.Working at Brex allows you to push your limits, challenge the status quo, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

We’re committed to building a diverse team and inclusive culture and believe your potential should only be limited by how big you can dream.

We make this a reality by empowering you with the tools, resources, and support you need to grow your career.
**Legal at Brex
**The Legal team helps the company grow responsibly, advocating for Brex and for the thousands of growing businesses we serve.

We provide strategic advice and guidance to all Brex teams, protect Brex, advise on risk, and represent the company externally, negotiating with partners and interacting with regulators.

Reimagining the financial system in a highly regulated environment requires creativity and resourcefulness, and we welcome the challenge.
**Where you’ll work
**This role will be based in our San Francisco office.

We are a hybrid environment that combines the energy and connections of being in the office with the benefits and flexibility of working from home.

We currently require a minimum of two coordinated days in the office per week, Wednesday and Thursday.

Starting February 2, 2026, we will require three days per week in office
- Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

As a perk, we also have up to four weeks per year of fully remote work!
**What you'll do
**You’re here to identify, assess and mitigate potential legal risks to Brex to drive risk-adjusted business outcomes while protecting Brex.

You’ll provide subject matter expertise on litigation/arbitration disputes and regulatory investigations and enforcement actions, from initial communications through final resolution.

You’ll collaborate directly with stakeholders (including compliance, customer support, finance, and go-to-market) to devise and implement creative solutions to risk-related matters.

You will regularly identify strategic opportunities to manage risk and protect the company’s brand over the long term rather than triaging dispute-by-dispute.

Additionally, you will manage costs by knowing when to find a solution in-house and when and how to strategically and cost-effectively deploy outside counsel.
**Responsibilities
*** Identify legal risks facing the company and develop and implement strategies for mitigating those risks while successfully enabling the company’s business objectives
* Manage investigations, enforcement actions, and litigation / arbitration disputes from commencement through resolution, providing appropriate updates to cross-functional partners and leadership regarding risk, financial impact, and opportunities to resolve
* Partner closely with Compliance and other departments to provide pragmatic and actionable advice, develop new policies, or implement strategic revisions to existing policies/procedures as part of the company’s risk management
* Advise the customer service organization and operational teams regarding customer escalations and customer disputes
* Respond timely to requests for information and subpoenas from regulators and others, and assist the company in developing strong procedures for compliance with these requests
* Monitor trends and legal developments, particularly those that impact the financial services and technology industries, analyze the implications for the company, and ensure the company is well-positioned to respond and react accordingly
**Requirements
*** 4+ years working experience in law firms and/or in-house, with a preference for fintech and in-house experience
* Deep experience in litigation, arbitration, and/or regulatory enforcement actions, including responsibility for independently managing complex disputes with customers, regulators, third parties, or others from commencement to resolution
* Experience managing outside counsel and exercising strong judgment for disputes not being resolved in-house
* Experience in supporting customer service or operations organizations
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both internal (memos, guides, presentations) and external (counterparties, regulator communications)
* Ownership mentality and comfort working on complex matters that require judgment
* Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work in a fast paced environment
* Willingness to be a team player that pitches in to help out on other products and topics; one of our key tenets is “One Brex”
* Law degree and admitted to practice in at least one jurisdiction
**Bonus Points
*** Familiarity with corporate bankruptcy
* Experience interacting directly with financial regulatory agencies
**Compensation
**The expected salary range for this role is $220,000-$270,000 USD.

However, the starting base pay will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s location, skills, experience, market demands, and internal pay parity.

Depending on the position offered, equity and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package.
*Please be aware, job-seekers may be at risk of targeting by malicious actors looking for personal data.

Brex recruiters will only reach out via LinkedIn or email with a domain.

Any outreach claiming to be from Brex via other sources should be ignored.
*
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About Strategic Legal Practices

Based in Los Angeles, Strategic Legal Practices is one of the largest litigation firms within California, representing clients in a range of consumer protection and civil litigation matters. Our Firm measures our success by how well our clients do. We are armed with a group of experienced attorneys, led by one of the most successful Lemon Law and Consumer Fraud litigators in California. The best predictor of performance is our record of achievement. We are proud to have successfully helped thousands of clients in their pursuit against car manufacturers. Our success rate is unmatched by any other Firm.

About the Role

Strategic Legal Practices (SLP), a rapidly expanding litigation firm is seeking a Junior Trial Attorney to join our dynamic trial team. This role is ideal for ambitious attorneys eager to gain courtroom experience, travel frequently, and grow quickly into senior trial roles. You will work closely with seasoned trial attorneys, contributing meaningfully to case strategy, trial preparation, and courtroom execution.

Responsibilities

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• Drive case strategy alongside senior trial attorneys to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
  
• Handle hearings, motions, and trial work under the supervision of senior attorneys.
  
• Assist in all phases of trial preparation including depositions, hearings, and witness preparation.
  
• Support senior trial attorneys with case strategy and execution.
  
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial testimony, including reviewing case facts, anticipating cross‑examination, and conducting mock questioning.
  
• Manage assigned case tasks and deadlines with growing independence.
  
• Travel frequently across California to attend hearings and trials.
  
• Contribute to the team’s trial readiness and litigation success.
  

Why Join Us

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• Career Growth
  
• This is not a “career associate” role - it’s a launchpad for trial lawyers. High performers will have rapid opportunities for:
  
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  • First‑chair trial experience.
    
  • Significant case responsibility.
    
  • Fast‑track advancement into senior trial and leadership roles.
    
  
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

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• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  
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  • $120,000 - $200,000 annually
    
  
  
  
• Two bonus structures: performance‑based + firm‑wide discretionary bonuses.
  
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, life & disability insurance, and paid parking.
  
• Paid time off, referral program, and employee assistance program.
  

Qualifications

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• 1–3 years of trial‑related experience (jury, bench, or significant trial prep/support).
  
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
  
• Exceptional written and verbal advocacy skills.
  
• Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and ability to handle high‑pressure situations.
  
• Assertive, competitive, and trial‑ready with excellent courtroom presence.
  
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently for cases.
  

We’re committed to supporting the well‑being and success of our team through a robust and thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

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• 401(k) with Employer Match – Plan for your future with confidence and company support.
  
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  
• Short‑Term, Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance – Financial protection for life’s unexpected events.
  
• Paid Parking – Convenient and covered, so you can focus on your day.
  
• Generous Paid Time Off – Ample time to rest, recharge, and take care of personal matters.
  
• Employee Referral Program – Earn rewards for introducing talented individuals to our team.
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential resources for personal and professional support.
  
• Employee Discount Program – Access to exclusive savings on a variety of products and services.
  
• Coverage of bar dues and CLEs
  
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
  

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A leading law firm in San Francisco is seeking an Associate Criminal Defense Attorney to manage their caseload and collaborate with a dedicated legal team.

Candidates should have experience in complex criminal cases and strong interpersonal skills.

This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $120,000 annually, along with benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

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About the Role

Hinge Health is seeking a Legal Operations Manager to join the legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated legal ops professional to join the market leader of Digital Health MSK services at a critical phase of the company's growth. The position offers the opportunity to work with a best-in-class Legal Ops function and a dedicated, talented and welcoming group of legal and compliance professionals.

As part of the Legal Ops team, the Legal Operations Manager will manage Legal and Compliance team operations by creating, managing, and improving processes for the efficient delivery of legal services by the Legal and Compliance team to stakeholders throughout the company. Duties will include managing strategic and high visibility projects, improving the use of legal technologies, improving workflows, developing process documentation and training. This position will also work cross-functionally across business teams and collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders to maximize the efficiency of the Legal team, create and execute plans to improve Legal Ops functionality and impact, and scale processes to support our Legal team and enterprise goals.

What You'll Accomplish

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• Work cross-functionally in project managing key company-wide initiatives driven by our team, building and tracking project features, milestones, and dependencies
  
• Create processes and templates to organize projects, legal advice and document business processes
  
• Provide ongoing assistance to various legal functions, including product, commercial, employment and compliance, including managing administration of the company’s patent program
  
• Build, manage and improve legal self-service and knowledge management resources
  
• Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the legal team’s performance and efficiency; create and maintain dashboards and reports to provide leadership with insights into legal spend and operational trends
  
• Lead the selection, implementation, and management of legal technology solutions, including AI, e-billing, and ticketing systems
  
• Oversee the entire outside counsel and legal vendor management lifecycle, including onboarding, billing, and performance tracking; manage and administer the legal team's billing platform
  
• Develop and manage the legal department's annual budget and forecasting processes in collaboration with Finance
  

Hinge Health Hybrid Model

We believe that remote work and in-person work have their own advantages and disadvantages, and we want to be able to leverage the best of both worlds. Employees in hybrid roles are required to be in the office 3 days per week, for the full 8 hours of a typical business day. The San Francisco office has a dog-friendly workplace program.

Basic Qualifications

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• B.A. or B.S. degree and legal operations management experience
  
• 2-3+ years experience in the areas of legal operations or project management, in-house or at a law firm preferred
  
• Able to develop project plans and timelines, align key stakeholders and drive project completion
  
• Experience breaking down processes and identifying key pain points to support business improvements
  
• Able to prioritize effectively and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to prioritize multiple high-importance activities, driving results
  
• Exercise sound judgment, learn quickly and work well under time pressures
  

Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience working with a healthcare technology company
  
• Able to provide executive-level project management
  
• Proactive, resourceful and able to function independently with minimal supervision
  
• Excellent oral and written communication, research, interpersonal and organizational skills
  
• Able to cover a wide range and level of tasks - from thinking strategically to troubleshooting detail where needed
  
• Desire and aptitude for learning new concepts on the job and taking on new responsibilities
  
• Previous experience managing IP programs
  
• Strong understanding of legal department metrics, budgeting, and financial analysis
  
• Legal operations certification (e.g., CLOC, ACC Legal Ops) or Project Management Certification
  
• Experience with legal technology:
  
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  • Legal e-billing software (e.g., Brightflag, Legal Tracker, Team Connect, Passport, SimpleLegal, Onnit)
    
  • Contract lifecycle management or CLM (e.g., home-grown systems, Ironclad, Salesforce)
    
  • Workflow automation (e.g., Tonkean, Streamline, Checkbox)
    
  • Legal AI tools (e.g., GC AI, Ivo, Luminance)
    
  • Knowledge management software
    
  
  
  

Compensation

This position will have an annual salary, plus equity and benefits. Please note the annual salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. The annual salary range for this position is $118,400 - $177,600.

About Hinge Health

Hinge Health leverages software, including AI, to largely automate care for joint and muscle health, delivering an outstanding member experience, improved member outcomes, and cost reductions for its clients. The company has designed its platform to address a broad spectrum of MSK care—from acute injury, to chronic pain, to post-surgical rehabilitation—and the platform can help to ease members’ pain, improve their function, and reduce their need for surgeries, all while driving health equity by allowing members to engage in their exercise therapy sessions from anywhere. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

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• Inclusive healthcare and benefits: On top of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, we offer employees and their family members help with gender-affirming care, tools for family and fertility planning, and travel reimbursements if healthcare isn’t available where you live.
  
• Planning for the future: Start saving for the future with our traditional or Roth 401k retirement plan options which include a 2% company match.
  
• Modern life stipends: Manage your own learning and development
  

Culture & Engagement

Hinge Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We make employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you feel you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, let us know by reaching out to your recruiter.

By submitting your application you are acknowledging we are using your personal data as outlined in the personnel and candidate privacy policy.

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A leading intellectual property firm is seeking a patent litigation associate to work with top technology companies.

The ideal candidate should have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school, U.S.

Bar membership, and experience in patent litigation case management.

Candidates are expected to discuss technical matters with engineers and contribute to driving case strategies.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be involved with significant tech industry cases, requiring excellent communication and analytical skills.
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Requirements

Qualified candidates will have experience drafting patent applications, prosecuting before the USPTO, and supporting patent prosecution before foreign patent offices. An undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or any equivalent thereof and USPTO admission required, as well as prior law firm experience. An advanced technical degree and/or experience with medical device technologies are each a plus. Must have strong academic credentials,

Summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

Confidentiality

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

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Instacart is looking for a Corporate Counsel, M&A to join its dynamic legal team, focusing on mergers, acquisitions, and compliance.

This role requires a J.D.

and over 5 years of M&A experience, ideally suited for candidates with a proactive and flexible approach to legal challenges.

You'll work across corporate development and contribute to shaping a strong legal framework supporting strategic business initiatives.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.