Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

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

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

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

The Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities

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

Experience in the public sector is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore offers:

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

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

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

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

Fair Chance Act Compliance

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

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

QUALIFICATIONS

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

OTHER DETAILS

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

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

About Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company

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

About the Company

Dependency Legal Services (DLS) is a non-profit law firm committed to serving children and parents involved in child abuse and neglect cases. We provide legal advocacy for families across six California counties, representing clients in high-volume, fast-paced dependency proceedings. Attorneys in this role will work directly with clients, providing in-court representation and advocating at all stages of juvenile dependency cases.

About the Role

A mentor parent is a mother or father with previous lived experience in the child welfare system who has successfully reunified with their children and completed their legal case. This includes individuals who have successfully completed a voluntary family maintenance case. A mentor parent cannot have any open legal case, and the court cannot have jurisdiction over their family. If substance use disorder was an issue in their juvenile dependency case, the mentor parent must possess a personal commitment to a clean and sober lifestyle and understand recovery programming.

The mentor will serve the client as part of a team that includes the client's attorney and a social worker. The attorney will provide direction to the mentor. The mentor will meet with clients in the community and support them in both their criminal justice-related matters and child welfare matters. They will help the client navigate the court system by providing their own experiences as a parent in the system.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in accessing services and identifying community supports with the goal of reducing further child welfare involvement.
• Visit clients in the field (e.g., drug treatment facilities, jails, etc.).
• Collaborate with the Dependency Legal Services Pre-Prevention team, local child welfare agency, and other preventative service programs, while also maintaining client confidentiality to best meet the client's needs.
• Coach clients on how to interface with service providers in the child welfare setting.
• Carefully track their time and report their time for grant eligibility purposes through our JCATS electronic file system.
• Meet regularly with the multi-disciplinary legal team for case consultations and program development.

Qualifications

• Lived experience in the child welfare system who successfully reunified with their child.
• Ability to multitask and be a productive team player.
• Ability to work compassionately and respectfully with clients in crisis.

Required Skills

• Bilingual skills, including fluency in Spanish, preferred.
• Experience of working with individuals from multi-ethnic communities.
• Knowledge of community resources in Sonoma County.

Preferred Skills

• None specified.

Pay range and compensation package

Salary is $50,000 annually for full-time position with an additional $1,000 per year for a bilingual Spanish-speaking mentor parent. Generous benefits available, including full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Please send a cover letter and resume via email to John Passalacqua, Dependency Legal Services

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

OTHER DETAILS

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

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

About Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company

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

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.

Our client, a prominent defense litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Attorney to join their San Francisco Bay Area team.

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

This position is fully remote aside from court appearances, etc.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in California

Competitive base salary 200k to 225+, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

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Director/ Senior Director - Quality Assurance

We are partnered with a global biotech that is looking to expand their quality team by bringing in a director/senior director of quality assurance.

Their position focus will be supporting the development, coordination and implementation of global pharmacovigilance regulations related to quality assurance activities.

Key requirements-

• 8-10 years of hands-on Global Pharmacovigilance experience within biotech/pharma environments
• Proven track record supporting and leading FDA, EMA, and other global health authority inspections
• Confident interacting directly with regulators and managing regulatory inquiries
• Strong working knowledge of global GVP regulations and pharmaceutical quality standards
• Experienced in conducting internal audits and maintaining an effective, inspection-ready QMS

Responsibilities-

• Ensure global PV compliance (FDA, EMA, ICH)
• Lead risk-based PV audits, CAPA management, and metric trending
• Drive inspection readiness and serve as QA lead during health authority inspections
• Oversee PV deviations and maintain effective quality systems documentation
• Provide PV training, regulatory updates, and cross-functional compliance support
• Support EU QPPV, reporting activities, and product complaint oversight

Manufacturing Technician - Machine Assembly & Test

Contract

Fremont, CA (Onsite)

This position pays around $28/hr - $32/hr on W2

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for the hands-on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of their production systems. This role will involve working closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure the quality and performance of our machines. The ideal candidate possesses a strong mechanical aptitude, experience with assembly and testing processes, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex mechanical and electromechanical systems according to work instructions and engineering drawings.
• Perform functional testing of assembled systems, including data collection and analysis.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to assemble and test equipment.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to improve assembly and test processes.
• Document assembly and test results accurately.
• Identify and report any quality issues or discrepancies.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate's degree in a related field is a plus.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or a related field, preferably with experience in machine assembly and testing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills.
• Experience with using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers).
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Familiarity with basic electrical and mechanical principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with data collection and analysis is a plus.

QA Program Manager – GCP / GLP / GVP

We are partnered with a well established Medical Device company looking to expand their Quality Assurance team.

They are seeking an experienced QA Program Manager, this individual will support the embedded Quality leadership across clinical, nonclinical, and pharmacovigilance programs from early through late-stage development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct GCP, GLP, and GVP audits
• Provide hands-on QA support across study planning, execution, and close-out
• Drive inspection readiness and support global regulatory inspections (FDA, EMA, ICH)
• Lead deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA implementation
• Oversee and qualify external vendors to ensure ongoing compliance

Profile

• 7+ years’ QA experience in pharma, biotech, or medical device
• Strong background supporting clinical, nonclinical, and PV activities
• Proven audit leadership and regulatory inspection support
• Experience in imaging agents, diagnostics, or combination products preferred

Seeking a west coast P&C Account Executive for a national private equity-M&A practice for a top 5 broker in the world.

The primary role of the Account Executive is responsibility for placement and client management on an assigned book of business, as well as guiding the Service team.

The AE is responsible for a more complex book of business, based on industry specialty, account revenue size and/or coverage complexity, such as loss sensitive programs, large deductibles, captives or shared and layered programs.