Jobs in Palomar Park, CA

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.

Experienced Insurance Coverage Attorney in CA - REMOTE

Ready to be on the front lines of some of the most important issues in the insurance industry today?

Our Insurance Coverage team has openings for talented Insurance Coverage Attorneys in our LA and San Francisco offices. Open to REMOTE as well.

The hired candidates will work with insurers concerning insurance coverage, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution.

This is a team environment with incredible opportunity and experience to be had! Must be admitted to practice in California. Our salaries are market-rate and we offer top-notch benefits. Remote or hybrid work options will be considered for the right candidate.

Role Overview: We seek a skilled Insurance Coverage Attorney with 3+ years of experience to manage complex litigation matters, provide strategic counsel on insurance disputes, and represent clients in various legal proceedings.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Proven track record in Insurance Coverage with 3+ years of experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $250,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (details TBD)
• Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
• Paid vacation time (details TBD)
• Paid parental leave (details TBD)
• Paid holidays annually (details TBD)

Apply now with your resume, cover letter, and writing samples!

Trustpoint.One is proud to partner with a well-respected international law firm in their search for a mid-level litigation paralegal with three to seven years of experience gained at Amlaw 100 firms or specialized litigation boutique law firms working on complex litigation, investigation, and/or arbitration matters. This is a hybrid position in the firm’s San Francisco or Los Angeles office.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Working with more senior paralegals and/or attorneys, perform all elements of litigation case management, including document and file management, case calendaring, discovery support, and trial prep and logistics activities.
• On a case-specific basis, coordinate and oversee the tasks of more junior paralegals and other support staff as needed.
• Interact with outside entities (e.g. courts, government agencies, expert witnesses, corporations, vendors and other law firms) to coordinate activities as needed in support of assigned cases.
• Draft, review, and/or analyze routine legal documents as requested by attorneys; conduct legal research under attorney supervision.
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with others to facilitate a positive and productive work environment.
• Continuously refining, developing, and expanding skills in anticipation of changes in the work environment or profession.
• Adhere to Firm policies, practices, and priorities; and perform other duties as requested by Firm management.
• Uphold high standards of confidentiality, discretion, and integrity, particularly with respect to all sensitive and/or confidential firm and client information to which this position will have access.
• Available for overtime work and reasonable business travel as needed.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA from an accredited college or university required. Paralegal certificate is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in an Amlaw 100 firm or specialized litigation boutique law firm.
• Experience with all stages of litigation, including use of current e-discovery database tools, modern e-filing practices, and trial preparation activities required; experience working at trial or arbitration proceedings strongly preferred.
• Must have trial experience.
• Proficient with cite-checking, Bluebook rules, and California Style Manual preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and perform multiple tasks simultaneously; work equally well as part of a team in both a leadership and subordinate role; and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under deadlines and pressure typical of complex modern litigation, investigation, and arbitration matters.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate (both written and verbal) with individuals at all levels of the firm in an appropriate and professional manner; strong service orientation, sense of accountability and attention to detail.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and proactively handle all paralegal responsibilities without prompting from administration or attorneys.

Salary range: Starting at $70,000 and up, depending on experience.

If you would like to learn more about the Complex Litigation Paralegal position available in California please submit your resume, in Word format, by clicking the Apply Now button.

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ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with a fearless reputation and global reach, high-level problem solvers in litigation, government controversies, investigations, regulatory challenges, and complex corporate transactions. With offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the firm represents a wide range of clients, counseling Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, major nonprofits, top universities, private equity investors, and Native American tribes. Consistently recognized as a firm that stands up for its values with its commitment to justice and community service, Jenner has been named the No. 1 pro bono firm 13 times in the United States by The American Lawyer.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with a fearless reputation and global reach, high-level problem solvers in litigation, government controversies, investigations, regulatory challenges, and complex corporate transactions. With offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, the firm represents a wide range of clients, counseling Fortune 100 companies, large privately held corporations, major nonprofits, top universities, private equity investors, and Native American tribes. Consistently recognized as a firm that stands up for its values with its commitment to justice and community service, Jenner has been named the No. 1 pro bono firm 13 times in the United States by The American Lawyer.

POSITION SUMMARY

As part of the Talent and Career Strategy team, the Senior Paralegal provides advanced legal support throughout all phases of complex litigation and investigations while overseeing and directing the work of junior and midlevel paralegals. This role combines high-level case management responsibilities with team leadership, workflow coordination, and quality oversight. The Senior Paralegal will also play a critical role in fact development, evidence preservation, regulatory response, and risk mitigation. The Senior Paralegal operates with a high degree of autonomy, manages multiple matters at once, and serves as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, courts, and external vendors.

This position demands exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in litigation support technologies.Extensive knowledge of court procedures, discovery processes, legal cite checking, and trial preparation is required, as the Senior Paralegal will serve as a subject matter resource to ensure compliance with court rules and internal procedures while helping to drive operational efficiency across matters.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Litigation, Investigation, & Case Management Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of large, complex litigation matters from inception through post-trial, including attending and supporting depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
• Apply advanced knowledge of federal and state procedural rules and electronic filing requirements; implement and maintain case calendaring and docketing systems, ensure accuracy of key dates, and provide guidance on court-related procedural questions.
• Prepare templates and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and related legal documents; assist with proofreading, legal cite-checking, Bluebook compliance, and case law retrieval.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files in accordance with firm protocols; manage high volumes of documents, including client and third-party communications, client collections, productions, deposition materials, exhibits, and trial materials.
• Assist attorneys with document collection, Relativity database setup, and management, including document production.
• Perform complex data analysis, tracking, and discovery management within Relativity, including document review and database searches.
• Prepare, organize, and manage exhibits and trial materials, including pleadings, witness preparation materials, trial notebooks, deposition designations, demonstratives, and digital courtroom presentations (e.g., Trial Director, OnCue).
• Assist attorneys with internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and compliance reviews.
• Assist attorneys with preparing materials for witness interviews, including pulling documents from Relativity and organizing materials into binders for witness interviews.

Leadership & Training Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and train junior and midlevel paralegals assigned to your matters.
• Review documents and filings of other teams members for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with paralegal onboarding, training, and performance feedback.
• Identify stretch assignments for more junior members of the team to build advanced litigation or investigative skills.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior paralegals, including instruction on firm litigation procedures and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in an AmLaw 100 or specialized litigation firm, with demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills appropriate for a senior-level role.
• Expert knowledge of Federal and relevant State procedural rules and electronic filing requirements, with strong familiarity with Federal and State court rules, case management systems, and e-filing databases.
• Experience drafting pleadings, and discovery requests and responses, with proficiency in legal cite-checking and Bluebook standards.
• Working knowledge of docketing applications (e.g., CompuLaw, PACER), litigation support and transcript management tools (e.g., TextMap, CaseMap, Opus2, NetDocuments), and document review/e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), legal research platforms (e.g. LexisNexis, Westlaw), and document management/PDF tools (e.g. Kofax, Adobe Acrobat).
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail; ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Availability to work overtime, travel, and handle after-hours filings and deliverables as needed.
• This is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence at least four days per week (Monday–Thursday).

Disclaimer

Additional Duties

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the primary duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned. The role may include additional duties, specialized projects, and other tasks as required. The firm reserves the right to modify or adjust the responsibilities to meet business needs.

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including the ability to commute to the office as required on designated in-office days based on the position. The firm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for qualified individuals with disabilities.

EEO Statement

Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.

Jenner & Block is proud to offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health & well-being benefits and 401k profit sharing. The anticipated pay range for this role in San Francisco is:

• 6 – 10 years: $125,000 - $150,000
• 11 – 20 years: $135,000 - $165,000
• 20+ Years: $145,000 - $175,000

The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on several factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

H&P has partnered with a cutting-edge AI research company as it looks to expand it's in-house legal team.

This is a rare opportunity to work with one of the biggest names in the industry as a trusted, strategic legal advisor to a team of committed innovators.

*Please note this is a confidential search, so we would not be able to disclose the name of the client.

The ideal candidate would bring:

• A JD (Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school with an active membership to at least one U.S. state bar
• 8+ years' experience legal experience with a strong background in Data Privacy and Intellectual Property (IP) law
• Commercial exposure, ideally to SaaS
• Relevant regulatory compliance experience
• Ability to relate technical concepts to relevant legal requirements
• Experience providing guidance on risk mitigation and data acquisition
• Experience providing counsel in a tech company / in a related (fast-paced) industry
• Creative problem-solver

In return we will offer:

• Driven team of legal professionals
• Flexible working hours
• Above market compensation package
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and world-leading projects
• Collaborative working culture
• 401k
• Support for further academic qualifications
• Life, medical, visual, and dental insurance
• WFH options
• Clear career progression track

Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila LLP (RSHC) is a diverse, client-centric, and technologically sophisticated firm that is committed to providing legal service at the highest level. We have nationally recognized litigation and transactional practices. We currently have more than 100 lawyers in offices in Chicago, San Francisco, Irvine, Ann Arbor, and New York. Founded March 1, 2016, our partnership features leaders in many fields including class actions, white collar, real estate, intellectual property, labor and employment, mass tort & product liability, mergers & acquisitions, and general litigation. Our San Francisco office is in the heart of the Financial District and populated with a team of fun, smart, team-oriented and hard-working professionals.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced mid-level General Litigation Attorney to join our growing practice. The ideal candidate will have courtroom and deposition experience, excellent writing and analytical skills, and experience working on complex litigation matters from intake through resolution. This role requires strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse clients, colleagues, and staff.

Our recruiting process focuses on more than professional excellence. We hire only professionals with high emotional intelligence, resilience and track records of team-based success.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation range: $210,000 to $250,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.

No calls or solicitations from recruiters accepted.

Robert Half is seeking a Trademark Paralegal to join the litigation department of a global law firm, working from one of their Bay Area offices (San Francisco, Silicon Valley, or Walnut Creek). This is a hybrid role, requiring 2–4 days per week in‑office.

Job Duties:

• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of TTAB inter partes matters, including oppositions, cancellations, motions practice, trial preparation, and potential appeals.
• Prepare, draft, and file core TTAB pleadings such as Notices of Opposition, Petitions to Cancel, Answers, amended pleadings, counterclaims, and related Rule 11/Rule 15 materials.
• Manage service requirements, maintain TTABVUE records, and ensure internal files remain fully aligned and up to date.
• Draft and file routine TTAB motions (consents, extensions, suspensions, stipulations) as well as litigation documents including subpoenas, deposition notices, and templates for discovery and motion responses.
• Support all discovery phases by drafting requests/responses, assisting with deposition preparation, and helping manage litigation support resources.
• Oversee document production, including review, organizing exhibits, preparing outlines, and creating privilege and e‑discovery logs.
• Assist with pre‑trial and trial preparation, including exhibit management, deposition designations, maintaining trial exhibit logs, coordinating logistics, and attending hearings or trial as needed.
• Conduct legal research and trademark enforcement investigations, including review of USPTO filings and investigation of unauthorized common‑law trademark uses.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant litigation experience within a law firm.
• Strong proficiency with Westlaw, PACER, electronic filing systems, and litigation support tools (e.g., Everchron, Case Notebook, CaseMap).
• High level of technology skill, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented planner who can prioritize, meet deadlines, and perform well under pressure.
• Reliable, respectful team player with strong written and verbal communication skills; able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Able to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion.

Complex Litigation Defense Attorney

Locations (California)

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Francisco

San Diego

Remote Work Flexibility

Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere. This hybrid position is for two days per week in office.

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

Our California offices are expanding. Join the dynamic and innovative Complex Team, where we tackle a diverse portfolio of high exposure personal injury cases. This is a rare opportunity to work on challenging and impactful litigation matters involving transportation (automotive and trucking cases), catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims. Our cases have both factual and legal complexities.

As an attorney on the Complex Team, you will work alongside seasoned litigators and industry-leading partners, engaging in every stage of litigation—from strategy development and discovery to mediation, arbitration, and trial. We are seeking a driven, intellectually curious attorney eager to make a difference for our clients while advancing their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, attend court hearings, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• The candidate must have strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our associate's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• The ideal candidate should have 2 + years of civil litigation experience.

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $185,000 + bonus. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Are you a Senior Associate looking to make a lateral move to a Top Vault 10 firm in the Bay Area? Do you have 4+ years of experience in privacy and cybersecurity matters as a law firm associate, or a mix of in-house and law firm experience? Do you want to join a prestigious firm with sophisticated work? Then this might be the right opportunity for you!

The ideal candidate will have:

• 4+ years of top law firm experience

• Experience handling privacy & cybersecurity matters, including compliance, transactional, and regulatory

• JD from a T-20 law school or top 25% of a T-50 law school

• Licensed in CA

This is an amazing opportunity to work with an exceptional team at a top firm!

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please submit your resume in confidence and one of our dedicated associate recruiters will be in contact if you meet our qualifications. We will not disclose your identity or share your resume with our client until we have your express permission.

Partner Position - Intellectual Property Practice Leader

Location: San Francisco, California

Firm Overview:

Join a prestigious law firm in San Francisco as the head of their Intellectual Property Practice. This law firm is renowned for its expertise in the legal industry and is now offering a unique opportunity for a talented individual to lead and grow its Intellectual Property practice.

Role Highlights:

• Leadership Opportunity: Spearhead the Intellectual Property Practice as part of the firm's succession planning.
• Growth Potential: Unlike other positions that require a large portable book of business, here you will inherit and expand an established practice.
• Expert Support: Work alongside some of the most respected professionals in the legal industry.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven leadership skills with significant Intellectual Property experience.
• Strong strategic vision for practice growth and development.
• Excellent client relationship and team management abilities.

About Seth Davis:

Seth Davis, leading this search, boasts over two decades of experience in executive legal recruitment. Recognized nationally and internationally, Seth is a trusted name in placing high-caliber legal professionals in positions of leadership.

Confidentiality:

We value your privacy. All inquiries and applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.

Apply Now:

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