Jobs in Walnut Creek

Overview

Whistler Partners is partnering with to hire its first senior legal leader — a Head of Legal with the opportunity to step into a General Counsel title for the right candidate.

Owner provides a suite of tools designed to help local restaurant owners increase sales and strengthen their online presence. From mobile ordering and customer rewards to digital growth infrastructure, the platform empowers independent restaurants to compete and win. As the business expands product surfaces, navigates regulatory complexity, and enters increasingly strategic partnerships, legal leadership is now mission-critical.

This is a foundational hire at a high-growth, mission-driven SaaS company.

Why this role?

This is not an incremental legal hire. It's a build-from-zero seat.

You will own the full legal stack — corporate, compliance, employment, IP, litigation, regulatory, and commercial — and serve as a strategic partner to the executive team. You won't inherit a pre-built function. You'll architect it.

Success in this role means:

• Building scalable systems from ambiguity
• Knowing when to leverage outside counsel — and when to move internally
• Acting as DRI on the company's most sensitive initiatives
• Helping leadership move faster while strengthening risk discipline

The title is flexible and may include General Counsel for the right candidate.

This is ideal for a builder who wants true ownership, executive visibility, and the opportunity to shape Legal at a scaling technology company from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Engineering, Product & Design, GTM, People, Finance, Ops, and the Executive team
• Act as strategic advisor to the CEO on negotiations, disputes, and sensitive matters
• Build and scale Owner's Legal function as its first full-time legal hire
• Serve as DRI on litigation strategy, regulatory posture, and complex commercial agreements
• Partner with Product and Engineering to ensure new products and pricing models are built with compliance and risk minimization in mind
• Design scalable systems across contracting, compliance, governance, privacy, employment, and IP
• Manage outside counsel across corporate, regulatory, employment, and litigation matters
• Support fundraising, board matters, corporate governance, and investor communications
• Proactively identify legal risk areas and implement preventive frameworks

About You

• 8–10+ years of legal experience across law firm and in-house environments
• Broad, "full-stack" experience across commercial, corporate, compliance, IP, employment, and litigation oversight
• Builder mentality — energized by creating structure from scratch
• Strong executive presence and business judgment
• Comfortable operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments
• Able to partner closely with product and engineering teams
• Motivated to scale and eventually build a Legal team

Compensation

$250,000 – $325,000

Owner is open to increased compensation at the General Counsel level and may stretch beyond the posted range for the right candidate.

Perks

Comprehensive health coverage, Bay Area-based remote flexibility, unlimited PTO, and additional growth-stage benefits.

Interested?

This search is being led by Wolf at Whistler Partners. Please contact them for a confidential conversation.

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.

VOYlegal has partnered with an international law firm in search for a Labor & Employment Associate for their San Francisco office. Details include:

• AM Law 20 - premier US based law firm
• Salary: 260k - 390K (i.e Cravath Sacle)
• Experience: Mid Level
• Perks: pro bono work supported, strong bonus structure, one of the largest L+E practices in the world, diverse client base

Please submit your resume for immediate consideration!

Tax Attorney – M&A, Private Equity, Fund Formation (Partner / Counsel / Associate)

Los Angeles or San Francisco

Our client's team is seeking an experienced Tax Attorney to join their collaborative and high-performing group in Los Angeles or San Francisco. No portable book of business is required for this opportunity.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience advising corporate clients on tax matters related to mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, fund formation, and cross-border transactions. You'll work with domestic and international public and private companies, as well as private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds, and distressed debt funds, on the tax aspects of mid- to large-scale transactions across a wide range of industries.

Ideal Background:

• Significant experience handling complex tax issues in M&A, fund formation, and private equity transactions.
• Strong technical understanding of partnership taxation, corporate restructuring, and international tax considerations.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Open to candidates at the Partner, Counsel, or Senior Associate level.

Why This Role:

• No portable book required.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value matters alongside a market-leading team.

If you're looking to join a top-tier practice working with exceptional clients on complex, high-impact transactions, we'd love to connect.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

("partner" OR "counsel" OR "of counsel" OR "senior associate" OR "associate" OR "attorney")

AND ("tax" OR "transactional tax" OR "corporate tax" OR "M&A tax" OR "mergers and acquisitions tax" OR "fund formation" OR "private equity tax" OR "investment fund tax" OR "cross-border tax" OR "international tax" OR "partnership tax" OR "REIT" OR "corporate restructuring" OR "joint venture tax")

AND ("M&A" OR "mergers" OR "acquisitions" OR "private equity" OR "venture capital" OR "fund formation" OR "hedge fund" OR "distressed debt" OR "investment management" OR "capital markets" OR "transactions")

AND ("Los Angeles" OR "LA" OR "San Francisco" OR "SF" OR "California" OR "CA")

NOT ("litigation" OR "litigator" OR "trial" OR "paralegal" OR "legal assistant" OR "law clerk" OR "accountant" OR "tax preparer" OR "CPA")

Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila LLP (RSHC) is a diverse, client-centric, and technologically sophisticated firm that is committed to providing legal service at the highest level. We have nationally recognized litigation and transactional practices. We currently have more than 100 lawyers in offices in Chicago, San Francisco, Irvine, Ann Arbor, and New York. Founded March 1, 2016, our partnership features leaders in many fields including class actions, white collar, real estate, intellectual property, labor and employment, mass tort & product liability, mergers & acquisitions, and general litigation. Our San Francisco office is in the heart of the Financial District and populated with a team of fun, smart, team-oriented and hard-working professionals.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced mid-level General Litigation Attorney to join our growing practice. The ideal candidate will have courtroom and deposition experience, excellent writing and analytical skills, and experience working on complex litigation matters from intake through resolution. This role requires strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse clients, colleagues, and staff.

Our recruiting process focuses on more than professional excellence. We hire only professionals with high emotional intelligence, resilience and track records of team-based success.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation range: $210,000 to $250,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.

No calls or solicitations from recruiters accepted.

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.

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

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.

Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle or Phoenix

Summary

A leading national law firm seeks a Conflicts Counsel to support their firm. This position is hybrid, preferably based in one of our West Coast offices. Must be detail oriented, have strong computer skills, strong oral and written communication skills, critical thinking skills, the ability to perform well under pressure, and active bar membership in good standing. The ideal candidate would have at least two years' experience in conflicts clearance and the review of outside counsel guidelines in a large law firm but strong candidates without this specific experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review legal conflicts for new business.
• Be the primary point of contact for outside counsel guidelines (OCGs) received from clients and work with partners and administrative stakeholders to prepare responses to clients that align with firm engagement policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct as adopted in each state in which Polsinelli maintains offices, and jurisdictional differences in all states and practice areas in which Polsinelli conducts business.
• Monitor ABA and jurisdictional rules for changes; suggest modifications in firm policy to the Director of Conflicts Counsel for approval.
• Review language in waiver and engagement letters to ensure that they adequately address conflicts and various engagement issues, including scope of work and fee arrangements.
• Discuss conflict of interest and other risk issues with Attorneys, New Business Intake (NBI) staff and the Director of Conflicts Counsel to identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest, while maintaining objectivity and professional independence.
• Provide clear documentation regarding resolutions of conflicts to the Attorneys and NBI Coordinators; provide clear waiver language as may be necessary and obtain waivers before files are opened.
• Provide clear documentation regarding resolution of OCGs and work with Attorneys to appropriate address deviations from normal firm engagement policies.
• Confirm need for ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters.
• Participate in professional organizations that promote the ongoing education and development of professional ethics in the legal industry.
• Assist with special projects as requested by NBI, Director of Conflicts Counsel, the General Counsel or Chief Legal Officer.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Conflicts Counsel, General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer or other members of Polsinelli leadership.
• Prior experience with InTapp Open and Terms is preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe and Database Management is preferred.

Requirements

The ideal candidate would have at least two years' experience in conflicts clearance and review of outside counsel guidelines in a large law firm but strong candidates without this specific experience will be considered. Candidates must have an active bar membership and be in good standing.

Compensation

• The budgeted salary range for this position is $140,000.00-$175,000.00

38809

Trustpoint.One is pleased to be partnering with a dynamic, growing California litigation boutique law firm in their search for a Temporary Litigation Attorney to work on a remote basis. The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in California, located in Northern California and have the following experience:

• 1-3 years of litigation experience.
• Current California Bar membership, active and in good standing .

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, including pleadings and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Conduct thorough legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw to support litigation cases.
• Collaborate with clients to gather information and develop case strategies.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations to provide informed legal advice.

Requirements

• Strong interest in plaintiff-side litigation and managing motion practice.
• Firm offers a collegial environment, with an opportunity to develop research and writing skills and be provided with training and mentorship.
• A competitive hourly rate is offered.

All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.

Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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.