Jobs in Pleasanton

Premises Liability Associate

Location – (California)

San Francisco

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.

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

Manning Kass has an exciting opportunity for an Associate, with at least 2+ years of civil litigation experience, to join our Team in one of our California offices!

This specialized Team defends clients in high-stakes litigation; representing commercial corporations, while advising clients regarding risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, businesses and legal teams. Associates work closely with lead attorneys daily, engaging in all phases of litigation—from case evaluation to discovery through trial —focusing on strategic thinking to achieve client goals. We seek candidates who are eager to learn, highly self-motivated, and interested in long-term professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Attending court hearings, participating in site inspections, taking and defending depositions.
• Drafting extensive written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, documents requests and request for admissions.
• Evaluating, analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team'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.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Demonstrated experience in premises liability litigation, preferably within a law firm setting.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage and meet deadlines

Company Offers

• Salary starting at $125,000 - $180,000. 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.

Company Description

de la Peña & Holiday, LLP is a growing national full-service litigation and transactional law firm with headquarters in Downtown San Francisco. Our experienced legal team provides personalized services to businesses, insurance companies, and individuals, addressing their unique needs regardless of size. We specialize in handling complex cases that often involve sensitive issues and significant financial exposure, with settlements and trials ranging up to $100 million. Our firm is distinguished for its expertise in managing high-profile and high-stakes cases.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid position for a Litigation Paralegal based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The position has the flexibilty of working entirely at home, at the office, or a combination of both. The role involves supporting attorneys through the preparation and review of legal documents, conducting legal research, and assisting with pleadings and motions. Responsibilities include managing case files, supporting trial preparation, and coordinating with legal teams to ensure seamless case management. Some flexibility for remote work will be provided.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review
• Proficiency in Legal Research, including case law and statutory analysis
• Experience in drafting and reviewing Pleadings and Motions for litigation
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage complex case files
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software
• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal experience preferred

Family Law Associate Attorney (Menlo Park or San Ramon)

FLICKER KERIN, LLP has an opening in our Menlo Park or San Ramon office for a full-time family law attorney (office location determined by candidate's preference). Our exceptional team of attorneys and staff are the driving force behind the high-quality legal expertise our clients rely on. We recognize that our employees' success and well-being are integral to our success, and therefore, prioritize a supportive and fulfilling work environment.

We offer a flexible work setup, with attorneys primarily working from home and in the office one day, preferably two days, and as needed for client meetings, deadlines, and staff management. Our firm has a strong reputation in the community for integrity and exceptional legal acumen, and our experienced attorneys dedicate considerable time to mentoring our employees, fostering their professional growth and development.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes employer-subsidized health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, a flexible spending account (FSA), a dependent care flexible spending account (DCFSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA), an employer-funded 401k/profit-sharing contribution, and opportunities to earn quarterly performance-based bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments from multiple partners, effectively prioritize tasks, and manage multiple assignments simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Independently make court appearances and manage family law hearings on behalf of clients.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively with paralegals, law clerks, fellow attorneys, and administrative staff.
• Communicate clearly, skillfully, and discreetly with clients, Opposing Counsel, experts, consultants, etc.

Skills and Experience

• Must be licensed to practice law in California and should have completed 1 to 7 years of licensed family law experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. Experience with Xspouse, Clio, Lawyaw, and Lawgic is preferred.
• Candidates must possess excellent research skills and comfort with numerous research tools (WestLaw, Attorney's Briefcase, online resources, and hardcover reference materials).
• Candidate should possess excellent writing skills to draft motions, pleadings, letters, memos, and other legal documents.

Expected Hours of Work

• Associates are expected to work during the firm's regular business hours, 5 days per week, and be available for additional work when required by case load.

Starting salary is between $120,000 and $180,000, depending on family law experience. Please reply to this ad with your resume and cover letter. Candidacy responses will be kept confidential.

Join our team and be part of a firm that values your growth, offers flexibility, and rewards your performance. We look forward to hearing from you!

There's a version of California employment law that only exists in the Bay Area, and you're either doing it or you're watching it from the wrong seat.

The companies here don't look like the rest of the country. They're pre-IPO startups doing their first RIF and realizing they have no severance framework. They're public tech companies navigating board-level investigations into workplace culture. They're growth-stage businesses acquiring competitors and discovering the target has wage & hour exposure baked into its contractor model. The employment issues in this market are woven into corporate transactions, regulatory risk, and C-suite strategy in ways that most BigLaw L&E groups never touch.

But at your current firm, you're doing California employment defense and nothing else. Wage & hour class actions, PAGA, single-plaintiff claims — the work is real, but it's the same playbook on repeat. You aren't advising on the employment dimensions of an acquisition. You aren't counseling founders on equity compensation disputes. You aren't getting pulled into the boardroom when a workforce restructuring needs to happen in 72 hours.

An AmLaw 50 firm is building out its employment and labor team across its California offices, with a strong preference for San Francisco and Palo Alto. They want someone who can litigate California employment matters and advise on the transactional and counseling side. This isn't a class action factory — it's a practice that sits at the intersection of employment law and corporate strategy.

The work includes:

• Defending complex wage & hour class actions, PAGA claims, and single-plaintiff matters in California state and federal court
• Advising on employment aspects of M&A transactions and corporate restructurings
• Counseling tech and growth-stage companies on California employment compliance, workforce planning, and executive employment matters
• Class/representative action strategy from pre-litigation through resolution

What you bring:

• 2+ years of California employment litigation experience at a major law firm
• Interest in or exposure to transactional employment work (M&A diligence, workforce restructuring, executive employment)
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• California bar admission

What you get:

• A practice that blends litigation and transactional employment work — not just one or the other
• Clients that are tech companies, PE-backed platforms, and high-growth businesses, not a random docket of retail wage & hour cases
• Cravath scale ($260K-$390K depending on class year)

Apply here directly or send your resume confidentially to

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP, a well-established litigation defense firm, is seeking an experienced paralegal or legal assistant to work at its LA office. This job requires daily commuting to downtown LA with no remote work offered.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate of completion from a paralegal program OR significant experience handling paralegal and /or legal assistant duties at a civil litigation firm on the defense side
• Experience billing hours reflecting work
• Strong understanding and knowledge of the California Code of Civil Procedure and court procedures, filings, service requirements;
• Familiarity with federal court rules;
• Experience scanning, coding, uploading, storing and printing documents, as well as developing and implementing databases to manage, organize, sort, index, analyze and summarize large volumes of data;
• Ability to perform legal research, conduct asset searches and basic investigation, draft and issue subpoenas, and draft, summarize and index discovery and documents;
• Experience assisting attorneys with trial/binding arbitration preparation and court attendance where necessary; and
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; NetDocuments; Summation; Concordance; and Trial Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year with an annual $10,000 bonus for those who meet the firm's quarterly billable hour requirement.

Our firm culture includes a mix of teamwork, good communication, a work/life balance and career development opportunities.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts

All resume submissions are strictly confidential.

Trademark Litigation Paralegal – TTAB Specialist (Hybrid)

San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Walnut Creek, CA

Contract-to-Hire

About the Role:

Our company is seeking an experienced Trademark Litigation Paralegal with significant hands-on USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) experience to support high-stakes trademark proceedings for a major client. This hybrid position requires 2–4 days per week in the office, particularly during onboarding and training, with flexibility based on learning curve and familiarity with team processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support for trademark litigation matters before the USPTO TTAB, including trademark oppositions, cancellations, and appeals.
• Assist attorneys with motions practice, including drafting, filing, and managing motions to dismiss, summary judgment, and other procedural filings.
• Manage the discovery process, including preparing interrogatories, document requests, and coordinating written or oral depositions.
• Draft and file trial briefs, reply briefs, and schedule oral arguments before the TTAB.
• Organize and maintain case files, deadlines, and docketing for TTAB proceedings.
• Handle communications and filings with the USPTO and TTAB, ensuring compliance with Board procedures and deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to provide updates, gather evidence, and prepare case materials.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of direct experience as a paralegal in trademark litigation, with a focus on TTAB practice.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience managing TTAB oppositions, cancellations, and related proceedings is required.
• Strong understanding of USPTO TTAB rules, procedures, and electronic filing systems.
• Excellent organizational, legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid role: 2–4 days a week on-site in San Francisco, Silicon Valley, or Walnut Creek.
• Proficiency with legal document management and docketing systems.
• Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate preferred.

Hours:

8:30 a.m. start (possible 8:00 a.m.), 7.5-hour workday plus an hour for lunch.

Why Join Us?

This is a high-impact opportunity to work with leading attorneys and a flagship client facing complex TTAB trademark litigation matters. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values expertise, attention to detail, and proactive communication.

Ready to advance your career in trademark litigation? Apply today to join our dedicated legal team!

Prominent defense litigation firm is seeking a general liability to join their downtown San Francisco team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of construction defect defense experience.

This position is hybrid remote, 3 days remote, 2 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Competitive base salary 140k to 180k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes can be sent to for review.

Our client is a well-established, full-service law firm with a long-standing presence in Silicon Valley and

the broader Bay Area. The firm operates as a true multi-service platform, offering clients comprehensive

legal solutions across practice areas while maintaining focused, subject-matter depth within each

department. They are a member of a premier network of independent law firms spanning more than 60

countries, the firm provides clients with both regional strength and international reach.

Requirements

· Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

· Active membership in the State Bar of California

· Strong working knowledge of the California Code Of Civil Procedure and Evidence Code

· Private law practice experience, with some experience taking responsibility for client matters (with

supervision)

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Desire to invest in building a future with a mid-sized law firm

Key Responsibilities

· Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and prepare legal documents

· Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail

· Prepare for and engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for

client

Senior Analyst or Associate, Financial Advisory (Talent Pipeline)

Confidential Multi-Family Office & Investment Advisory Firm

Overview

As a Senior Analyst or Associate within our Financial Advisory team, you will operate at the intersection of legacy and innovation, serving as a trusted partner to some of the world's most influential individuals and families. You will help clients navigate the complexities of their financial lives with precision, empathy, and exceptional care — ensuring that every element of their balance sheet, investment strategy, and long-term plan is managed with clarity and foresight.

You will join a collaborative advisory team that values learning, partnership, and shared ownership. We work closely across levels and alongside internal specialists so that every client benefits from the full strength of our integrated platform.

This role is designed for professionals energized by complexity, motivated by service, and driven to make a lasting impact. If you take pride in anticipating needs, delivering exceptional outcomes, and making complexity feel seamless, this is an opportunity to join a team built on trust, care, and excellence.

Please note: This posting is intended to build a pipeline of high-quality candidates for future openings. We will reach out as opportunities align with business needs.

Core Responsibilities (All Candidates)

You will support clients across a broad range of investment, planning, and relationship management activities, including:

• Preparing and analyzing balance sheets, asset allocations, investment performance reports, and other financial materials.
• Assisting with investment operations, including trade coordination, cash flow monitoring, and private investment updates.
• Conducting financial and estate planning analyses such as liquidity modeling, lending evaluations, and gifting illustrations.
• Partnering with accountants, attorneys, and external advisors to gather information and support planning discussions.
• Preparing client meeting materials, managing follow-ups, and maintaining accurate data in CRM and portfolio reporting systems.
• Collaborating closely with Investment Strategy, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure seamless client service.

Senior Analyst

Senior Analysts take on increasing ownership, judgment, and communication responsibility.

Additional Responsibilities

• Own key deliverables such as asset allocation reviews, rebalancing recommendations, and planning analyses.
• Support advanced planning work, including Monte Carlo simulations, executive compensation summaries, and scenario-based modeling.
• Develop working knowledge of trusts, estate strategies, and gifting structures.
• Participate in client meetings and proactively identify opportunities such as refinancing, liquidity needs, and strategic planning considerations.
• Mentor Analysts on processes, systems, and best practices as you grow into a leadership mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial services, wealth management, or multi-family office environments.

Associate

Associates deepen their role as strategic advisors and trusted client partners.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships in partnership with senior team members, helping clients interpret investment results, plan across generations, and make informed decisions.
• Drive portfolio discussions, rebalancing recommendations, and investment rationale with a strong understanding of asset classes and the firm's investment philosophy.
• Guide trust and estate planning conversations and coordinate with attorneys on structures, gifting strategies, and long-term planning.
• Manage complex client processes such as 10b5-1 plans, lending evaluations, private investment coordination, and other high-impact deliverables.
• Coach junior teammates, strengthen team workflows, and elevate the quality and clarity of client deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience working with high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Who You Are

Across both levels, successful candidates demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and simply.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Intellectual curiosity, proactive thinking, and a passion for client service.
• High integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for teamwork.

Location

Applicants are expected to work onsite in our New York or San Francisco offices in accordance with our hybrid working policy.

Compensation

In accordance with applicable law, we provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. Compensation decisions consider factors such as skill set, experience, training, certifications, and business needs. We apply a total rewards philosophy in determining overall compensation.

• Senior Analyst: $110,000 – $120,000 base salary
• Associate: $130,000 – $150,000 base salary

Both levels are eligible for a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

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.

Jenner & Block offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, in addition to other offerings.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Legal Practice Assistant, working under the supervision of the Office Manager, provides a wide range of administrative, clerical, and document services to support the workflow and client service needs of attorneys and other timekeepers. Job duties require close collaboration and working with other assistants to and lawyers in the performance of a variety of administrative and practice specific duties as assigned. The Legal Practice Assistant is a non‐exempt position. The hours are 8:45 am – 5:15 pm, Monday ‐ Friday and additional hours as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with firm assistants and other teams to provide designated and "as needed" administrative services to assist in delivering exemplary service.
• Creates, edits, formats, and proofreads a wide variety of documents, including memoranda, correspondence, legal, and court documents.
• Receive assignments from attorneys and others, performing tasks as requested; update requestor regarding receipt and status of tasks/projects, and consistently meet agreed upon deadlines.
• Input attorney time into the WebTime time entry program. Stay up to date regarding client-specific billing requirements. Assist timekeepers with maintaining appropriate time entry requirements and standards through outreach and communication.
• Work with the Billing department in all aspects of the billing cycle, including but not limited to the review of client billing for accuracy, edits to content/grammar; resolution of billing problems; and efficient changes to the process.
• Accurately prepare and input attorney expense reimbursements and process client-related vendor invoices for payment.
• Sort, open, prioritize and route incoming mail. Prepare outgoing mail including U.S.P.S., U.P.S. and Federal Express. Coordinate messenger pick-ups and deliveries when necessary.
• Coordinate meeting set-ups, including but not limited to conference calls, Zoom and Teams meetings and in-person meetings.
• May assist with the organization and planning of events. Assists with collection of marketing materials.
• Coordinating with attorney talent team, may obtains approvals and coordinate attendance for outside training programs (MCLE).
• Assists with creating and maintaining client/matter and communication lists.
• Maintain calendar and contacts for attorneys. Maintain electronic filing system via Outlook.
• Perform document conversions, e.g., PDF to Word, etc.
• Handle telephone calls from internal and external sources including taking accurate messages and appropriately routing calls.
• Coordinate prints, scans and duplicating projects with Digital Document Center or Print/Mail Service Centers.
• Coordinate travel arrangements (air, hotel, rail, car rental and black car) with firm-provided travel agency.
• Coordinate the New Matter Intake process. Prepare, finalize, and distribute new client Engagement Letters, New Business Memo, etc. Including follow-up with client to ensure receipt of fully executed Engagement Letter. Initiate Conflicts Checks.
• Perform other related duties, special projects, and assignments as required.
• Provide back-up support and vacation coverage.
• Proactively follows-up with managers and colleagues for feedback on projects completed and requests for additional assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient in basic computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet business needs. Ability to work overtime as needed.
• College degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Lifelong learner and understanding of the need for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated willingness to take initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer service focus.
• Skilled in collaborating with staff/team members in a complex matrix management environment and managing associate, attorney, and paralegal expectations.
• Discernment to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and in writing.
• Excellent client service skills, including being comfortable interacting with firm clients.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to effectively prioritize workload, and strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Sound business judgment.
• Proven ability to multi‐task.
• Demonstrated foresight to anticipate lawyers' needs.

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 as follows:

• 2-5 Years of relevant experience: $85,000 - $100,000
• 6-10 years of relevant experience: $95,000 - $110,000
• 11-20 years of relevant experience: $105,000 - $120,000

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.