Jobs in San Jose, CA

Legal Secretary – Trusts & Estates Firm (San Francisco, CA)

My client, a small Trusts and Estates firm in San Francisco, is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team. The firm offers a collaborative, supportive work environment.

Position: Legal Secretary

Location: San Francisco, CA

Schedule: Four days per week in-office, with the possibility of five days

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and format legal documents, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Prepare materials for mailings and client communications
• Assist with general office tasks and document management
• Support attorneys in Trusts and Estates matters

Required Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, and Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred/Additional Skills:

• Experience with Clio
• Familiarity with deed recordings and estate planning documents
• Notary public status is a plus

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a legal secretary or in a law office preferred
• Professional, reliable, and collaborative attitude
• Able to work in-office four days a week, flexible for a fifth day if needed

This is a great opportunity to join my client's small, family-run law firm with a focus on Trusts and Estates.

Responsibilities

A premier, global law firm is seeking a Paralegal Manager to lead, develop, and inspire their high-performing team of transactional paralegals. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee paralegals supporting a broad range of sophisticated practice areas, including Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Lending & Financial Transactions, Emerging Companies + Venture Capital, Technology Transactions, Real Estate, and Private Funds.

You will drive day-to-day supervision and performance management while aligning practice-specific staffing with evolving client and business needs. This role is instrumental in advancing workflow and process improvements, championing training and professional development, strengthening quality and risk management standards, and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and service delivery. With responsibility for administrative oversight across assigned offices, the Paralegal Manager ensures exceptional client service, fosters innovation, and delivers operational excellence at every level.

• Lead paralegal workflow management by setting priorities, assigning projects, and ensuring balanced utilization across transaction practice groups.
• Oversee performance management, including evaluations, feedback, compensation recommendations, and counseling in collaboration with HR.
• Promote a culture of accountability, consistency, and open communication while ensuring adherence to firm policies and standards.
• Monitor paralegal utilization, productivity, and client service outcomes; implement programs to address workload, staffing, and performance trends.
• Partner with HR to recruit, onboard, and orient new paralegals; support attorney integration into the paralegal program.
• Develop and deliver substantive training programs, SOPs, checklists, and playbooks to drive operational excellence.
• Establish service level standards (accuracy, turnaround time, quality metrics) and lead quality control reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion technology adoption, including closing tools, DMS platforms, e-signature, entity management, and e-filing systems.
• Evaluate and implement AI-enabled automation solutions—with appropriate governance-to improve efficiency, reduce error rates, and protect confidentiality.
• Oversee administrative operations including timekeeping, PTO approval, compliance reporting, space utilization, and coordination with office leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 7 years of transactional paralegal experience in one or more areas: M&A/Private Equity, Capital Markets, Finance, ECVC, Technology Transactions, Real Estate, or Private Funds.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a law firm environment; multi-office leadership experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of end-to-end deal lifecycles, including diligence/VDR management, entity management, UCC/SEC/Blue Sky filings, and closings/post-closing processes.
• Proficiency with document management, collaboration, e-signature, closing management, entity management, and e-filing platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to align decisions to business objectives.
• Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and client service excellence, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information, manage competing priorities, coordinate vendors, and maintain flexibility to meet business needs.

Benefits

• The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.
• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

New York, San Francisco salary range: $152,000.00-$212,000.00, plus bonus.

Boston salary range: $144,000.00- $202,000.00. plus bonus.

#LI-Hybrid

Berliner Cohen has immediate openings in our Employment Department for a Senior Attorney with a minimum of 5+ years of labor law and employment litigation experience. No book of business is required, but it is beneficial. The position would be for Senior Attorney or Of Counsel, depending on experience and background. This position may be in our San Jose or Modesto Office.

The ideal applicants will be able to work independently and manage a case from beginning to end with little direction and oversight. They must have taken depositions, handled hearings, and been lead counsel on a case. In addition they will have counseled clients on all aspects of wage and hour laws, as well as, litigated wage and hour cases, class action cases, as well as employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California state and federal courts, responded to administrative charges, and be familiar with wage laws, leave, and compliance matters (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, FLSA and Ca Labor Codes), policy development, compliance training and managing pre-litigation disputes.

The successful candidate will also possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance, and measurable results with exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills.

Hybrid work will be considered for the right candidate. All candidates must be able to appear in court, travel for depositions, and related litigation appearances.

The salary will be dependent on the candidate's status as Of Counsel, Senior Attorney, or other, and will be competitive.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Attorney to join an industry-leading team advising private and public companies of all sizes across a variety of industries, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, cloud computing, software, and fintech. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to engage directly with clients, lead significant matters, and work across a broad range of privacy, data, and cybersecurity issues in both transactional and advisory contexts. The salary wage range for this job posting is $250,000 to $435,000.

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on cyber, data, and privacy compliance across a full range of matters, including CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, HIPAA, CIPA, and other applicable state and federal privacy laws
• Counsel on privacy, data processing, and cybersecurity matters in connection with corporate and technology transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, and other commercial and strategic transactions
• Draft and negotiate data processing agreements, privacy schedules, and related commercial agreements
• Conduct information security and privacy due diligence for corporate transactions
• Advise on data breach response, incident response planning, and related regulatory obligations
• Monitor and advise on emerging AI laws, regulatory standards, and enforcement trends
• Support or lead matters involving litigation and/or regulatory enforcement relating to data privacy and cybersecurity

Qualifications Required:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited, nationally recognized law school with excellent academic credentials
• 4+ years of experience advising clients on data privacy, cybersecurity, and related compliance matters, in a private law firm or in-house setting
• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar
• Expertise in CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, HIPAA, CIPA, and other state and federal privacy frameworks
• Experience with transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, or technology transactions
• Excellent legal writing, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with both legal and technical stakeholders

Preferred:

• CIPP certification
• Experience with regulatory policy, enforcement matters, and/or data privacy litigation
• Familiarity with emerging AI regulatory frameworks
• Experience in technology industries

Interested candidates should apply with their resumes. If you are a potential fit, we will schedule a confidential conversation.

Overview

Whistler Partners is partnering with a premier corporate capital markets platform seeking a mid-level associate (4–6 years) to join its Public Companies / Public Offerings practice in SF. This group advises innovative technology and life sciences companies through IPOs and beyond, serving as long-term public company counsel after the bell rings.

The practice is deeply integrated with growth-stage and public company work, offering associates sustained exposure to disclosure, governance, and SEC compliance—not just deal execution.

Open to LA, Austin & NY.

Why this role?

This is an excellent seat for a capital markets lawyer who wants to work closely with high-growth tech and life sciences companies before and after they go public. Associates here are embedded with company clients, advising on '33 Act and '34 Act matters, stock exchange compliance, and corporate governance, while also supporting IPOs and other public offerings for issuers and underwriters.

The team values collaboration and hands-on client interaction. You'll work directly with management teams on complex disclosure and compliance issues, gaining durable public company expertise rather than one-off transaction reps.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise pre-IPO and public companies on SEC reporting, disclosure, and stock exchange compliance.
• Support IPOs and other capital markets transactions for issuers and underwriters.
• Counsel clients on corporate governance matters and ongoing public company obligations.
• Draft and review '33 Act and '34 Act filings and related disclosure materials.
• Assist with capital markets transactions and general corporate matters tied to public company life.
• Collaborate with deal teams supporting technology and life sciences clients through growth and scale.

Top Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in IPOs and capital markets transactions.
• Strong background advising pre-IPO and public companies on disclosure, governance, and SEC compliance.
• Prior large law firm experience required.
• Experience with startups, emerging growth companies, venture financings, M&A, or underwriter representation is a plus.
• Team-oriented, collaborative approach with strong communication skills.
• New York bar admission strongly preferred.

TL;DR

Mid-level public companies/IPO role for 4–6 year associates advising tech and life sciences companies on IPOs, SEC reporting, and life as a public company. Strong client exposure, collaborative culture, and top-of-market compensation.

About Whistler Partners

Matchmakers, Not Headhunters

Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.

We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best – after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.

Job Title: Employment Litigation Paralegal

Location: San Jose, CA

Overview:

Our law firm client seeks an experienced Employment Litigation Paralegal to support their attorneys in defending employers in a variety of employment-related matters. The ideal candidate has strong defense-side experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage cases from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with defense of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage & hour, PAGA, and wrongful termination matters.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Manage discovery, including document collection, review, and production.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial prep.
• Prepare deposition summaries, exhibits, and trial binders.
• Communicate with employer clients, HR teams, and opposing counsel.
• Maintain case calendars and billing entries.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of employment defense or defense-side litigation experience.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Strong writing, research, and case-management skills.
• Experience with e-filing and litigation software.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 – $120,000 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)

EXPERIENCED TRIAL ADVOCATE: PURPOSE-DRIVEN CRIMINAL DEFENSE™

Base Salary: $175,000 – $215,000 + Uncapped Net Profit Sharing Bonus Location: In-Person (San Jose or Monterey/Salinas Offices) Expansion: Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey Counties

The Pitch: You are the Trial Dog. But You Know Something is Missing.

You are an experienced courtroom warrior with the trial scars to prove it. You have mastered the technical skills and are known for your hard-nosed courtroom advocacy, but you know that something is missing because you are trapped in a system that treats human beings like file numbers. You are tired of the assembly-line model where "success" is measured by volume rather than impact. You are ready to be paid for your excellence, not just your seniority, while practicing law that actually changes lives and protects rights.

The Pernik Law Standard: Defend and Restore™

At Pernik Law, we identify the underlying reasons behind our clients’ legal problems and develop effective solutions that become the center of our advocacy in court.

• WE DEFEND: We solve the case through investigative excellence and litigation designed to dismantle dishonest allegations and expose government misconduct.

• WE RESTORE: We identify the clinical root of the crisis. We develop treatment-based solutions (Mental Health/Addiction) that become the focal point of our courtroom advocacy.

The Requirements

How to Apply: The Gatekeeper Phase

To be considered for this role, you must complete our Candidate Questionnaire via the link below: