Jobs in Sebastopol, CA

A service offering of the law firm Fenwick & West, FLEX by Fenwick provides high-quality attorneys to technology and life sciences companies in need of interim in-house counsel. Much like our market-leading, entrepreneurial client base, Fenwick constantly seeks ways to innovate and remain best in class both for our legal work and for our client service. With this in mind, the firm launched FLEX.

As a FLEX attorney, you will have access to temporary in-house counsel opportunities with cutting-edge companies throughout the tech sector. Upon joining our attorney roster, we will contact you about potential engagements that fit your skill set and availability, and you let us know whether you'd like us to share your bio with the company. We don't assign you work, and you're never under any obligation to take on work. Simply put, you set the parameters of what you're looking for, and we try to match you with suitable clients and engagements.

As our clients continue to transition from remote to hybrid working arrangements, we are seeking attorneys able to be on site several days per week in the San Francisco and/or Silicon Valley areas. The skill sets our clients come to us for generally include (but are not limited to):

• experience drafting and negotiating a wide variety of technology transactions, including inbound and outbound SaaS, software, and hardware agreements; distribution, channel, and reseller agreements; joint development, joint venture, collaboration, and strategic alliance agreements; and privacy, non-disclosure, and confidentiality agreements
• experience working with internal engineering, product, design, security, privacy, and marketing teams throughout the product development life cycle, advising on regulatory requirements and how to mitigate risks for new technologies
• experience advising on corporate governance, public company reporting, M&A due diligence, and routine corporate housekeeping matters.

Attorneys at all levels of practice will be considered, and we will contact you if your experience is a good fit for our anticipated client needs. Attorneys who have previously onboarded with FLEX do not need to apply as you are already under consideration for active client needs.

You can learn more about FLEX at We look forward to hearing from you!

The primary responsibility of the Estate Planning Attorney is to help a client complete an accurate estate plan that fulfills the client's wishes in an efficient fashion, specifically by being available for a 'start' meeting within 5 business days, setting the signing meeting at the end of the start meeting, walking through the documents with the client during the signing meeting and owning the process through client signatures. A highly successful estate planning attorney has a high ratio of conversions from initial call to signatures.

We do not accept resume submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Please contact our recruiting team directly.

JOB DUTIES

• Serves as the primary point of contact for estate planning clients
• Answer client questions within same day or same day offer timing of response
• Ask clients for referrals to grow practice beyond wealth management referrals
• Refer CPL clients not referred by CP to CP for wealth management
• Uses legal expertise to assist in the creation and implementation of estate plans
• Displays a positive attitude and willingness to adapt in a rapidly changing environment
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctorate
• Licensed and in good standing with the bar of CA
• 7+ years of estate planning or other relevant experience
• Ability to present complex estate planning concepts to clients
• Ability to draft and review estate planning documents with a great degree of accuracy

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• LL.M. in tax or estate planning
• Licensed and in good standing with the bars of more than one state

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred

Seeking Plaintiff PI Trial Attorneys

Mid-size Bay Area firm with ample regular pipeline of strong personal injury claims seeks aggressive trial lawyers in mid-and-senior levels.

Enthusiasm for courtroom to maximize client outcomes crucial – deep demonstrated trial skills/experience essential to success.

Independent case-development.

Compensation flexible and success-oriented.

Good benefits, BART-adjacent.

These are break-out opportunities
- let's talk.

Contact Thomas F Cushing, Esq.

Cushing Group, Recruiters 415.307.1600

Experienced Insurance Coverage Attorney in CA - REMOTE

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

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

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

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

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

Qualifications:

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

Salary and Other Compensation:

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

Benefits:

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

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

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

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

The ideal candidate will have:

• 4+ years of top law firm experience

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

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

• Licensed in CA

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

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

Partner Position - Intellectual Property Practice Leader

Location: San Francisco, California

Firm Overview:

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

Role Highlights:

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

Ideal Candidate:

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

About Seth Davis:

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

Confidentiality:

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

Apply Now:

Keywords: Intellectual Property, Leadership, Legal Practice Growth, Prestigious Law Firm, San Francisco, Succession Planning, Confidential Search, Intellectual Property Transactions, Trademark registration, Copyright law, IP litigation, Trade secret protection, Licensing agreements, IP portfolio management, Prior art search, Patent infringement, Trademark infringement, Copyright infringement, IP due diligence, Technology transfer, Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), Intellectual property rights (IPR), Domain name disputes, Counterfeiting, IP valuation, International IP law, Intellectual property audits, Fair use doctrine, Design patents, Utility patents, Plant patents, Biotechnology patents, Software patents, IP policy and reform, Open source licensing, Copyright registration, IP enforcement strategies, Patent prosecution.

Our client, a prominent defense litigation firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Attorney to join their downtown San Francisco team.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of Employment defense experience.

This position can be hybrid remote. Portable business is welcome but not required.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in California

Competitive base salary 150k to 300k+, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

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.

Law Enforcement Liability Associate

Locations (California)

Los Angeles

Costa Mesa

San Diego

Inland Empire

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 Associate, with at least two (2) years of civil litigation experience, to join our Governmental Entity Team/ Police Team! This specialized Team is known for representing public entities in a variety of cases, including dangerous condition claims, educational law, and law enforcement officer liability matters.

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

• Must be comfortable managing discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• Timely and accurate reporting to our clients, ensuring compliance with their case management requirements.
• Evaluating, analyzing, assessing, and executing litigation strategies.
• Proactively managing 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.
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Prior Law Enforcement and/or Military experience is a plus, but not necessary.
• Criminal defense experience is welcomed, but not necessary.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• 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.

Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

Title: Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Practice Area: HOA Defense or Employment Defense

Salary: Up to $225,000 + Bonus

Confidential/Anonymous Search

A respected litigation firm with a strong California presence is hiring a Commercial Litigation Associate for its San Francisco office. This is a great fit for an attorney who likes being in the mix owning cases, developing strategy, and building a niche in community association and real estate-adjacent litigation.

What you'll do

• Defend homeowners associations (HOAs), property managers, and related entities in a range of civil litigation matters, including: Governing document enforcement / covenant disputes, Owner claims involving maintenance, architectural, and community issues, Contract and business tort disputes, Premises liability and property-related claims, Mediation/arbitration and trial prep
• Handle core litigation responsibilities: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances
• Draft and argue discovery and dispositive motions
• Work directly with partners and clients on case strategy, reporting, and risk evaluation

What we're looking for

• 2–6 years of litigation experience in one or more of the following:
• HOA / community association defense
• Real estate / construction / premises liability / general liability defense
• Employment law defense (wage & hour, discrimination/harassment/retaliation, etc.) accepted and welcomed
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Interest in (or experience with) depositions, hearings, and taking ownership of matters
• Active California Bar membership in good standing (required)

This role is full-time and Hybrid. The annual salary for this position is between $175,000 – $225,000 (Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.)

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan and 11 paid holidays annually