Jobs in Oakland, CA

HaleyNelson Law, PC is seeking a full-time Associate Immigration Attorney to join our team. We are an Oakland-based, inclusive immigration law firm with a diverse and supportive team that specializes in asylum, removal defense, criminal/immigration issues, waivers, family applications, LGBTQAI+ cases, and Federal Court litigation.

We are looking for a passionate, bilingual immigrant advocate who wants to be part of a collaborative team to deliver exceptional legal services to our clients in an environment that emphasizes a balance between personal responsibility and collaboration. The ideal candidate will be a positive, solution-driven individual who brings creativity and passion to the work and who looks for ways to improve systems and processes to be more efficient. Our practice is founded on reliable, proven systems, clear goals, and efficiency. Self-care and work-life balance are priorities for us. We deeply value diversity and inclusivity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for all aspects of case management, including tracking casework, meeting goals, and coordinating with team members on client accounts.
• Represent clients in applications before the Immigration Court, Board of Immigration Appeals, and Federal Courts on a variety of immigration applications including asylum, withholding of removal, CAT relief, bond, cancellation of removal, waivers, and family-based applications.
• Represent clients before USCIS on family-based, asylum, LGBTQAI+, U/T visas/VAWA, DACA, SIJS, and naturalization applications.
• Offer clear and concise advice to clients regarding their immigration options under current law and procedures.
• Supervise the drafting of forms and gathering of evidence for cases.
• Work collaboratively with supervising attorneys, associate attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff to prepare cases.
• Maintain organized case notes and information in the firm's case management system.
• Manage an independent caseload and provide case support to the principal attorney.
• Diligently track casework to keep on top of strategic goals
• Conduct legal research and writing in support of both affirmative and defensive applications as well as in support of federal litigation and advocacy before various immigration agencies
• Help to improve office systems, policies, and procedures to enhanced efficiency.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate degree and active bar admission in any state, California bar preferred
• 3-4 years' experience in immigration law, preferably in direct representation before USCIS, the Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals and the Federal Courts.
• Fluency in spoken and written Spanish
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently
• Strong legal analysis and experience in conducting legal research independently, as well as strong written and oral advocacy with an attention to detail
• Be self-motivated, capable of setting clear strategic goals, and work well independently
• Have experience delegating effectively and supervision of staff
• Be a collaborative team member comfortable seeking input or collaborating on novel or complex issues.
• Have a demonstrated interest and passion for immigration law, and an interest in working in a fast-paced and varied environment
• Valued skills include empathy, creativity, adaptability, resilience, and consistency
• Expected proficiency in case management software, Microsoft Word, Adobe, Google Suite, and other standard office programs.
• LGBTQAI+ and BIPOC applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Please send a cover letter and resume to

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Salary range - $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/year
• Health insurance, paid time off, and 401K-matching
• Coverage of bar dues, CLE, and professional development
• Supportive, mission-driven environment with opportunities for growth

Experience - State Bar License, 3 years immigration law experience, and Spanish fluency required

Send resume, short writing sample, cover letter and references to:

Job description:

Great opportunity for an attorney with 1-5 years of legal experience that wants to learn plaintiff personal injury, plaintiff employment, and class action law from some of the best trial attorneys in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will collaborate and work in a one-on-one setting with Mark Venardi and/or Martin Zurada to learn everything from case evaluation through trial. After learning the ropes, you will become an independent case handling attorney responsible for your own case load. You will start off as a salaried employee potentially eligible for bonuses and then when you graduate to an independent case handling attorney you will be eligible to participate in one of the most potentially lucrative compensation packages for personal injury and/or employment attorneys in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Are you a special lawyer who is motivated to win and is driven to put in the hard work to get there? Are you a natural "people-person" with the ability to connect to strangers? Are you wired to succeed, goal oriented and motivated by success? If so, then we want you on our team.

Venardi Zurada is a dynamic, thriving and growing plaintiff personal injury, employment law, and class action law firm with offices in Walnut Creek, Oakland, and we are in the process of expanding our footprint to other regional communities. We are hardworking and purpose driven. Clients are #1, we do the right things for the rights reasons, we get better every day, we are accountable to each other, and we strongly believe that every role in the firm helps to win the case.

We are the official sponsors of the San Francisco 49ers, Superlawyers 17 years in a row, Martindale Hubbel AV rated, seasoned trial attorneys and featured in many news publications, as seen on KRON, FOX, NBC, Forbes, Bloomberg, the Recorder and the Daily Journal, and we have won many million and multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements.

If you believe you are the best person for the best firm please email your resume and a writing sample directly to Mark Venardi at

Compensation Package:

• Competitive salary depending on experience starting at $150,000 and possibility for greater earnings based a bonus structure tied to your case results.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4 percent employer match.
• 3 weeks of PTO.
• Firm pays all professional dues and CLE expenses.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Work Location: In person

Potential for hybrid and/or work from home once you are an independent case handling attorney.

Prominent defense litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Counsel or Non-Equity Partner to join their downtown San Francisco team. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of general liability defense experience.

This position can be hybrid or fully remote.

Competitive base salary 180k to 225k+, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

Our client, a prominent defense litigation firm is seeking a Employment Litigation Partner to join their San Francisco, CA team.

This is a non-equity partner position and can be equity partner track.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of employment defense experience.

Candidates should have 500k+ in portable business

This position can be primarily remote.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in California

Competitive base salary 300k+, bonus and benefits. (Salary will adjust per portable business)

Resumes may be sent to for review.

We are working with highly respected, growing, full-service, Oakland, California based law firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal services to its clients. The firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney to join its Trusts and Estates Litigation Practice Group, representing a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals, fiduciaries, and charitable organizations, in all aspects of trust and estate controversies.

The ideal candidate will have five or more (5+) years of dedicated experience in trust, estate, and conservatorship litigation in California. The role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, work closely with partners, and take a lead role in all phases of litigation, from initial case assessment through trial and appeal. Minimum billable hours are 1610/yr. Attorneys meeting or exceeding that goal may increase their earnings significantly through the firm’s tiered bonus program. The annual base salary for the position is $165,000 to $195,000/yr., depending upon attorney experience, skills, and qualifications. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range to $245,000 at the higher end.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and litigate complex trust, estate, and conservatorship disputes, including but not limited to (a) will and trust contests (e.g., undue influence, lack of capacity, fraud); (b) breach of fiduciary duty claims against trustees, executors, and conservators; (c) petitions for instructions and accountings; (d) spousal property petitions; (e) elder abuse actions (financial and physical); (f) conservatorship contested matters; (g) probate and trust administration disputes.
• Conduct legal research and analysis, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery, and taking/defending depositions.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on complex matters.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate time records and ensure compliance with billing requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
• Five or more (5+) years of demonstrable experience specializing in California Trust & Estates Litigation
• Strong understanding of the California Probate Code, related statutes, and case law
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to draft persuasive legal documents and advocate effectively in court
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach
• Experience with trial preparation and courtroom advocacy is highly preferred
• A proven track record of successfully resolving complex litigation matters
• Ability to work on a hybrid schedule requiring three (3) days in the office after ninety (90) days of employment

OTHER DETAILS

• Salary of $165,000 - $195,000 (for minimum billables of 1610 hrs./yr.), depending upon attorney experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Hybrid work schedule requiring three (3) days in office after ninety (90) days of employment
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professionaldevelopment opportunities
• A collegial and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity for significant growth and advancement within the firm.

Candidates may apply for this position on LinkedIn, on the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail to We at Hire Counsel cannot promise that a particular candidate will get the job or an interview, but we can promise that we will review all submitted resumes.

About Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company

Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company, is an agile legal talent agency. We build connections between legal professionals and our clients, some of the nation's largest law firms and legal departments (and some of the smallest). By connecting good lawyers with our clients, we help attorneys find a permanent home. We also provide individuals with the option to work on contract (temporary) assignments to aid their stability as they proceed with their job searches. Hire Counsel holds all resumes in the strictest confidence.

Contract Attorney – Litigation (Practice Area TBD)

San Francisco, California | Three-to-Six Month Contract | On-Site

A nationally leading law firm is seeking a contract litigation attorney to join their San Francisco office on an initial three-to-six month engagement. Depending on workload, a second attorney may also be needed.

These attorneys will work closely with and directly support two senior partners. The specific practice area — whether employment litigation, general civil litigation, government/regulatory law, or a combination — will be determined as candidates are reviewed. We welcome candidates with strong California litigation experience across these areas.

Priority Skills & Experience

California Litigation (Required)

• 3–6 years of litigation experience in California state and/or federal court
• Strong motion practice: drafting dispositive motions, opposing summary judgment, and independently managing discovery
• Comfortable appearing at hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences; ready for court from day one
• Experience with injunctive relief, expedited proceedings, or high-stakes commercial/employment matters is a plus

Employment Litigation (Valued)

• Experience handling employment matters, including discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour, and PAGA representative actions
• Knowledge of California employment statutes (FEHA, Labor Code) and federal law (Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA) is a plus
• Experience advising employers and employees or appearing before state/federal administrative agencies is a plus

General Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage cases or litigation components independently
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Sound professional judgment and ability to communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel
• Prior law firm or litigation boutique training preferred; government or clerkship experience a plus
• Active California Bar membership, or ability to obtain admission promptly

Engagement Terms

• Initial three-to-six month contract, with possible extension based on performance and practice needs
• Full-time, on-site in San Francisco, California
• Compensation commensurate with experience

Applicants can send their resumes to Chelsea Johnson at

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

We are working with highly respected, growing, full-service, Oakland, California based law firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal services to its clients. The firm seeks a mid-level attorney with five or more (5+) years of experience to join its Employment Practice Group. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of employment litigation and employment advice. The annual base salary for the position is $165,000 to $195,000/yr., depending upon attorney experience, skills, and qualifications. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range to $245,000 at the higher end.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent employers in court, arbitration, and administrative proceeding, as well as in mediations on class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour matters.
• Defend clients in PAGA matters.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Provide employment counseling on federal and state employment laws, when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• JD from Accredited Law School
• Must be admitted and a member in good standing of the California Bar
• Five or more ( 5+) years of general litigation experience with employment, class action and PAGA experience preferred
• Knowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws (highly preferred)
• Prior experience taking and defending depositions and arguing motions in court
• Outstanding research and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Habitual self-starting mentality and orientation
• Ability to manage cases from start to finish
• Ability to set a course of action and direct the work of associate attorneys and paralegals, when needed
• Ability to think strategically and creatively while providing practical counsel to clients
• Ability to work on a hybrid work schedule requiring three (3) days in the office

OTHER DETAILS

• Salary of $165,000 - $195,000 (for minimum billables of 1610 hrs./yr.), depending upon attorney experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Hybrid work schedule requiring three (3) days in office after completing ninety (90) days of employment
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities
• A collegial and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity for significant growth and advancement within the firm.

Candidates may apply for this position on LinkedIn, on the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail to We at Hire Counsel cannot promise that a particular candidate will get the job or an interview, but we can promise that we will review all submitted resumes.

About Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company

Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company, is an agile legal talent agency. We build connections between legal professionals and our clients, some of the nation's largest law firms and legal departments (and some of the smallest). By connecting good lawyers with our clients, we help attorneys find a permanent home. We also provide individuals with the option to work on contract (temporary) assignments to aid their stability as they proceed with their job searches. Hire Counsel holds all resumes in the strictest confidence.

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a premier labor and employment law firm with over 120 attorneys and 5 California offices, is seeking a litigation associate for its San Francisco office. This hybrid role offers flexibility along with direct client contact, courtroom experience, and the chance to work on cases that influence California employment law.

For 45 years, LCW attorneys have been trusted advisors to public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, clients whose work strengthens communities across the state.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working schedule, allowing for a balance of in-office presence and remote work, which supports both professional growth and personal well-being.

The Opportunity

The San Francisco office of LCW is seeking to hire a mid-level litigation associate to join its labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate must be licensed to practice law in the state of California with more than 5 years of experience in employment matters, including wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA. Prior employment litigation experience is required. While not mandatory, experience in 1st or 2nd chair trial, mediation, or other dispute resolution processes is considered a significant advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• This role involves extensive client contact
• Conducting substantive witness interviews
• Managing discovery
• Taking and defending depositions
• Regularly appearing and defending motions in court
• Case management
• Drafting dispositive motions, including demurrers, anti-SLAPP, motions for judgment, and motions for summary judgment

Experience in the public sector is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore offers:

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Performance-based bonus for those who meet minimum hours requirements
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, AD&D
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

For more information about our firm and the exciting career opportunities we offer, please visit our website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Fair Chance Act Compliance

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

San Francisco's leading law firm specializing in Employment litigation/ counselling work is looking for an Attorney!

The ideal candidate will be managing single plaintiff and complex class action/collective action matters, directing defense discovery efforts, taking and defending depositions, making court appearances, engaging in settlement negotiations and mediation, and preparing cases for trial and arbitration.

How to Apply

Interested? Apply now or reach out directly to

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar license
• 2+ years of experience defending wage and hour class action cases and/or PAGA actions in California.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 – $300,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

• Options available to work in the office, fully remote, or hybrid
• Competitive pay and incentives
• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending
• Firm-paid benefits: EAP, Telemedicine, life insurance, STD, and LTD
• 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave program
• Annual Holiday event and more!

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Design and Analysis Engineer (Experienced-Senior) for the Flight Simulation Labs - Hardware Interface Systems team located in Berkeley, MO.

The Flight Simulation Labs organization has expertise supporting marketing, design, development, integration, test and training objectives for Boeing military aircraft.

As an Electrical Design and Analysis Engineer (Experienced-Senior), you will create and implement solutions to complex problems that support design, development, and execution of simulation environments in development labs for the F-15 Israel program. This position will support the project execution for the full product design life cycle including: requirements, design, acceptance test procedures, and associated engineering maintenance support. This position is expected to be 100% onsite and engaged with our customers and the product. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Position Responsibilities:

• Works with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Analyzes and translates requirements into system, hardware and software designs and interface specifications.
• Tests and validates to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements.
• Monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
• Solves problems concerning and provides other support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle.
• Research specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• Level 3: 5+ years of work related experience and a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of work related experience and technical education
• Level 4: 9+ years of work related experience and a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of work related experience and technical education

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Electrical engineering experience
• Experience in avionics, electrical, and/or a mission systems role
• Experience developing or integrating avionics or mission systems
• Experience in Agile Software Development and JIRA
• Experience managing projects and utilizing standard project management tools

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range:

Level 3: $112,200-$151,800
Level 4: $136,850-$185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 27, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.