Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

We are a San Francisco based firm that represents individuals, corporations, tech companies, or investors in business disputes regarding corporate governance, securities/investments, and trade secrets.

We are seeking a senior attorney with 8+ years of experience litigating complex commercial, securities, and/or trade secret disputes to join our tight-knit team. Our teams are small and efficient, so the position carries substantial responsibility for interfacing with the Court, opposing counsel, and client. If you love writing, strategizing, and solving problems, come join us.

• Salary and bonus in line with high-end Bay Area boutique law firms
• The position is either full-time or flex-schedule attorneys - compensation will be aligned to scope of role.
• WFH (local to San Francisco) or a private office at Embarcadero Center San Francisco.
• Clerkship and trial experience are also preferred, though not required.

We particularly encourage experienced attorneys who have been away from the practice of law raising a family or caring for loved ones to consider joining our team.

Our Core Values Are:

• Serving our clients zealously and with the highest integrity
• Catering to the specific needs of our team members to enable their success and hit their individual goals
• Fostering a merits-based and supportive team environment.
• Serving our community through philanthropy and pro bono work

Requirements:

• CA State Bar Admission
• Juris Doctor Degree

Please send résumé, law school transcript, writing sample and salary expectations.

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

Professional Liability Associate

Location

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid Work Flexibility

This role requires a minimum of two in-office days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week. Our robust infrastructure ensures 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

We are seeking a dedicated Professional Liability Associate to join our Team. As a member of our professional liability team you will represent legal professionals, real estate professionals, insurance agents, developers, design professionals, land surveyors, appraisers, and directors and officers in a variety of cases involving legal malpractice claims. 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

• Handling every aspect of the professional liability claim including propounding and responding to written discovery and taking and defending depositions.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate written reporting to our clients in compliance with their case management requirements.

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 try cases, including learning from the firm's ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Demonstrated experience in civil litigation, preferably within a law firm setting.
• 2 + years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.

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.

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.

3+ years of legal secretary experience (litigation/corporate) desired. Multiple positions available across East Bay/South Bay/San Francisco.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Litigation Legal Secretary to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to our litigation attorneys, ensuring the smooth operation of the litigation process. This role requires exceptional multitasking abilities, strong communication skills, and a thorough understanding of legal procedures and terminology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document Preparation and Management: Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and briefs. Ensure all documents are formatted correctly and comply with court rules and deadlines.
• E-Filing and Case Management: File documents electronically with state and federal courts. Maintain and organize case files, both electronic and physical, ensuring all records are up-to-date and easily accessible.
• Scheduling and Calendaring: Coordinate and schedule meetings, hearings, depositions, and court appearances. Manage attorneys' calendars to avoid conflicts and ensure timely preparation for legal proceedings.
• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other stakeholders. Handle client inquiries and relay messages accurately and promptly.
• Research and Information Gathering: Conduct basic legal research and gather relevant information to assist attorneys in case preparation. Summarize findings and compile data as needed.
• Administrative Support: Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phones, managing correspondence, organizing files, and handling mail. Order office supplies and ensure the office is well-maintained.
• Billing and Timekeeping: Assist with tracking billable hours and preparing invoices. Ensure accurate entry of time and expenses into the firm's billing system.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal secretary, with a focus on litigation or corporate law. Experience in a law firm setting is highly desirable.

Senior Employment Litigation Counsel - REMOTE - CA Bar

A nationally respected management-side labor and employment law platform is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation attorney (7+ years) to join them as Remote Senior Attorney/Counsel supporting a dedicated Professional Employer Organization (PEO) client and its carrier in Northern California.

This non-partner-track role is designed for a senior attorney who enjoys owning day-to-day litigation, delivering consistent, high-quality service to a sophisticated client, and practicing law at a high level — without business development pressure.

The Role

You will manage a high-volume employment litigation docket from inception through resolution, serving as a primary point of contact for the PEO client, its customers, and the insurer. The practice is largely focused on administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and single-plaintiff employment litigation, with potential exposure to class actions and PAGA matters.

While the platform is remote, this role requires regular in-person advocacy. Candidates must be comfortable and available for court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials, with some travel as needed in Northern California.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle employment matters end-to-end, including EPLI-covered claims
• Develop case strategy and manage matters independently
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients in hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials
• Supervise and mentor attorneys and legal staff
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and shared support teams
• Maintain proactive communication with the PEO client and insurance carrier

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• 7+ years of employment law and litigation experience
• Active California bar admission (required)
• Experience appearing regularly in court and handling in-person proceedings
• Ability to manage a high-volume docket independently

Preferred Experience

• Prior law firm experience
• Experience working with PEOs
• EPLI matters and insurer relationships
• Comfort working in a remote environment while supporting in-person litigation needs

Why This Opportunity

• Remote platform with meaningful flexibility, and negotiable billable hours target
• No business development or book-of-business expectations
• Dedicated, long-term client relationship (not rotating matters)
• Sophisticated employment litigation work
• Collaborative, service-driven environment with strong internal support

Location Requirement:

Remote and based in Northern California. Candidates should be able to make in-person court appearances and related proceedings as needed.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.

Headquartered in San Francisco, Goeschl Law Corporation provides comprehensive business immigration services to clients ranging from innovative startups to large multinational corporations. We help our clients build top-tier immigration programs in an increasingly competitive market for global talent. We are looking for highly motivated and exceptionally qualified professionals to join our fast-paced legal operations as Business Immigration Paralegals.

Salary $73,000-$115,000

Responsibilities

Preparing immigration petitions and applications, managing and assigning work to case assistants and administrative assistants, tracking expiration dates and other critical immigration data, communicating with clients daily, and referring inquiries to attorneys when necessary.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates have at least 4+ years of experience in high-volume business immigration, with strong emphasis in H-1B and other nonimmigrant case types. Bachelor's degree with strong academic achievement, excellent communication/writing skills, and exceptional attention to detail required.

Note that this is an 'in-office' position, at our offices in San Francisco.

Benefits*

$5,000-$7,000 Hiring Bonus

Competitive Health/dental/vision benefits

401K retirement with employer contribution

Commuter and health club reimbursement

Catered lunches, twice weekly

Remote work, one day a week, after 90 days

*Additional details to be provided to applicants selected for an interview

Note: Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to complete a skills assessment. All offers of employment will be subject to reference and background checks and will be conducted in a manner that meets all relevant state and federal laws.

Applications will be accepted from principals only.

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)

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.

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.