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15 results for General Counsel in Manteca, CA

Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 220000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences to support business operations in California. This role partners closely with commercial and cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance across contracting, promotional review, and day-to-day business matters in a regulated healthcare environment. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, contract expertise, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives while working effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, negotiate, and assess a broad mix of commercial agreements, including arrangements tied to sourcing, customer sales, licensing, marketing initiatives, co-promotion efforts, and research partnerships.<br>• Provide legal review of advertising, campaign materials, and other promotional content to help ensure alignment with company standards, applicable regulations, and truth-in-advertising expectations.<br>• Counsel internal business partners on legal questions affecting commercial operations, delivering practical and timely advice that supports activities involving healthcare audiences.<br>• Address disputes and other legal concerns through effective negotiation, including support for pre-litigation resolutions and settlement discussions when needed.<br>• Create and refine contract templates, guidance materials, and training resources to improve consistency and efficiency across contracting workflows.<br>• Build a strong understanding of the company&#39;s products, business priorities, and supported client groups in order to deliver relevant and commercially informed legal advice.<br>• Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting sales, marketing, reimbursement, privacy, anti-corruption, and healthcare compliance, and identify issues requiring proactive guidance.<br>• Serve as a legal representative in discussions with vendors, customers, and other external parties, helping advance business objectives while protecting company interests.<br>• Manage outside counsel engagements by setting scope, directing work, overseeing budgets, and ensuring projects are completed effectively.<br>• Collaborate regularly with teams across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Education, Supply Chain, Research and Development, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Sales, and Information Technology; limited travel of approximately 10-15% may be required.
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 220000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences to support business operations in Santa Clara, California. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance across commercial activities, promotional practices, and strategic agreements. The ideal candidate brings strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a regulated healthcare environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation, review, and negotiation of a broad range of commercial contracts, including licensing, supply, sales, marketing, research, and collaboration arrangements.<br>• Provide timely legal counsel to business stakeholders on day-to-day commercial matters involving products and services marketed to healthcare professionals.<br>• Evaluate advertising initiatives, campaigns, and related materials to help ensure alignment with company standards, truth-in-advertising expectations, and applicable legal requirements.<br>• Address disputes and other legal concerns through strategic negotiation, including support for pre-litigation resolutions and settlement discussions.<br>• Create and refine contract templates, guidance materials, and training resources to improve consistency and efficiency across contracting workflows.<br>• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting sales, marketing, reimbursement, privacy, anti-corruption, and healthcare compliance, and translate those developments into practical business advice.<br>• Serve as a legal representative in discussions with vendors, customers, and other external parties to support commercial relationships and risk management.<br>• Coordinate with outside counsel when needed by defining scope, overseeing deliverables, and tracking budget and project progress.<br>• Collaborate with internal partners across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Education, Supply Chain, R&amp;D, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Sales, and Information Technology.<br>• Support occasional travel requirements as needed, generally within a limited range of approximately 10–15%.
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Litigation Attorney
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 75 - 90 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing litigation practice is seeking a California-licensed Associate Attorney with insurance defense litigation experience to join its team on a contract-to-hire basis. This fully remote opportunity will involve handling matters from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, case strategy, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on litigator with strong insurance defense experience, a demonstrated history of stability in prior roles, and an interest in growing long term with the firm.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage complex civil litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution</li><li>Develop and execute case strategy, including assessing risks, defenses, and litigation objectives</li><li>Handle all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document review, production, and discovery planning</li><li>Research, draft, and argue substantive motions, including dispositive motions</li><li>Maintain day-to-day ownership of assigned matters and proactively manage case deadlines</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategy, and recommendations</li><li>Coordinate with and prepare expert witnesses to support litigation strategy and trial preparation</li><li>Assist with all aspects of trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 85 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing civil litigation defense practice in Walnut Creek is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role starts fully on-site in Walnut Creek during the training period, and then transitions to a hybrid role offering a schedule of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote and is open to both newly barred attorneys and more experienced litigators. The practice handles a variety of defense matters, including premises liability, transportation/trucking, products liability, construction defect, habitability, and general tort litigation. Attorneys are given the opportunity to take ownership of their cases, work directly with clients, and gain meaningful litigation experience in a collaborative environment with no formal billable hour requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cases from inception through resolution, including trial when applicable</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence</li><li>Conduct legal research and develop case strategy</li><li>Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses</li><li>Negotiate settlements and assist in resolving matters efficiently</li><li>Maintain case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely case progression</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and staff to provide high-quality client service</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 135000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Attorney specializing in family law to join our dynamic legal team in San Jose, California. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in family law and the ability to produce high-quality legal work. This role requires strong research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as a commitment to delivering excellent client service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs, in family law cases.<br>• Handle civil litigation matters related to family law, ensuring compliance with all legal standards and regulations.<br>• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and decision-making.<br>• Represent clients effectively in family court proceedings and mediations.<br>• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to provide comprehensive support to clients.<br>• Advise clients on legal rights and obligations, offering clear guidance tailored to their individual circumstances.<br>• Manage and complete family law court forms accurately and efficiently.<br>• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and interpersonal skills.<br>• Stay updated on changes in family law and related legal practices to ensure high-quality representation.
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 75 - 85 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney for a fully remote opportunity supporting a busy Toxic Tort Litigation practice. This is an initial 3-month contract with potential for conversion to a permanent role, available on either a full-time or part-time schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>The attorney will handle substantive litigation work with a strong focus on legal research, writing, and motion practice. There is no shortage of work, and the team is ready for someone who can jump in and contribute right away.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Candidates must be able to commit exclusively to this engagement and cannot be working with other law firms or maintaining an independent legal practice during the assignment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and revise Motions for Summary Judgment, oppositions, and related briefing.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural issues.</li><li>Analyze case records, discovery, deposition transcripts, and expert materials to support motion practice.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys on toxic tort and other complex litigation matters.</li><li>Assist with additional litigation-related writing projects as needed.</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33 - 43 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join a defense-focused litigation practice in Walnut Creek, California. This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation environment and can manage both case-related and administrative tasks with accuracy. The role begins with a fully on-site training period of 90 days, followed by a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working from home. Candidates who bring strong court filing experience, strong document preparation skills, and dependable organizational support will be well positioned for success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents so they meet court formatting requirements and attorney expectations.</p><p>• Handle electronic filings in both state and federal courts, ensuring submissions are accurate and completed within required deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, meetings, and other litigation-related commitments.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to attorneys, including organizing case materials and supporting workflow coordination.</p><p>• Support civil litigation matters by managing documents, monitoring deadlines, and helping keep case activity on schedule.</p><p>• Review filing details and court requirements carefully to reduce errors and help maintain compliance across active matters.</p>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Employment Litigation Attorney
  • San Ramon, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 185000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Employment Litigation Attorney to join a legal team serving clients in San Ramon, California. This role focuses on advising and representing employers and employees across a wide range of workplace disputes, combining strong litigation capability with practical legal counsel. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of employment law and can navigate sensitive matters involving compliance, contracts, workplace policies, and contested personnel actions with sound judgment and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in employment-related disputes involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour matters, and whistleblower allegations.<br>• Provide legal guidance on drafting, reviewing, and enforcing employment agreements, severance terms, and independent contractor arrangements.<br>• Assess workplace policies and personnel practices to help clients maintain compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.<br>• Advise employers on employee classification issues to reduce exposure to regulatory penalties, audits, and related claims.<br>• Support clients through workforce changes, including reorganizations, reductions in force, and separation matters, while identifying legal risks.<br>• Review employment contracts and workplace conditions to determine fairness, enforceability, and compliance with applicable legal standards.<br>• Defend clients in disputes involving contractual breaches, grievance procedures, due process concerns, and involuntary dismissal claims.<br>• Counsel businesses on employment matters involving foreign workers, employee relations, and equal employment opportunity obligations.
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Pre-Litigation Attorney
  • Brentwood, CA
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a skilled Pre-Litigation Attorney to join their team. This role involves managing personal injury cases from intake through settlement, ensuring efficient resolution while maximizing case value. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of pre-litigation processes, contributing to a collaborative and results-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle a high-volume caseload of personal injury cases from intake through settlement.</p><p>• Assess liability, damages, and overall case value to develop strategic approaches.</p><p>• Guide clients through treatment plans and the progression of their cases.</p><p>• Collect, review, and organize medical records, bills, and supporting documents.</p><p>• Prepare and submit detailed demand packages to insurance carriers.</p><p>• Conduct settlement negotiations to resolve cases effectively prior to litigation.</p><p>• Identify cases requiring escalation to litigation and oversee a seamless transition.</p><p>• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal teams to ensure case updates.</p><p>• Collaborate with support staff to optimize case outcomes and efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Associate Attorney
  • San Ramon, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 13000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a motivated Associate Attorney to join a growing legal team in San Ramon, California. This position offers the opportunity to handle a broad range of litigation matters, contribute to case strategy, and work closely with clients and colleagues across multiple areas of practice. The ideal candidate brings strong advocacy, writing, and analytical abilities, along with the judgment needed to move matters forward effectively from early assessment through resolution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee litigation matters from initial case evaluation through settlement, trial, or other final disposition.<br>• Prepare persuasive legal documents, including complaints, motions, briefs, and related court submissions.<br>• Perform thorough legal research and translate findings into practical case strategies and recommendations.<br>• Lead discovery efforts by drafting written discovery, reviewing responses, and taking or defending depositions.<br>• Ready clients and witnesses for key proceedings such as hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial appearances.<br>• Represent clients in court proceedings, case management conferences, and settlement discussions.<br>• Assess exposure, examine claims and defenses, and advise clients on risk and potential outcomes.<br>• Partner with attorneys in different practice areas to support litigation goals across commercial, insurance, real estate, employment, contract, partnership, and general civil disputes.
  • 2026-09-29T00:00:00Z
Corporate Paralegal
  • San Jose, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55 - 75 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Growing transactional law firm has an immediate opening for a Corporate Paralegal! This Corporate Paralegal will support up to four transactional attorneys, specifically focused on EC/VC matters. As a Corporate Paralegal with this firm, you&#39;ll assist with all phases of deal execution. This position is remote, so candidates across every US time zone are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years of relevant experience; part-time (20-25 hours) is preferred but full-time candidates will be considered.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Deal execution on EC/VC financings and M&amp;A: closing checklists, signature and DocuSign management, data room setup, diligence tracking, closing binders, post-closing follow-through, and cap-table support. Comfortable with the EC/VC document set — SAFEs, convertible notes, priced equity rounds, NVCA-style financing documents, equity incentive plans, option grants, and Section 83(b) filings.</li><li>Corporate and transactional support: entity formation and maintenance across multiple states, corporate housekeeping and minute books, board and manager consents, and good-standing and qualification filings.</li><li>Regulatory support: preparing and tracking state and federal regulatory filings, licenses, and permit renewals, monitoring compliance deadlines across practice areas, and managing correspondence with regulatory agencies.</li><li>Public sector matters: supporting government contracts and procurement work, including bid and proposal documentation, agency registrations and filings, and compliance with public-entity contracting and disclosure requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Corporate Paralegal
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Established technology company based in Silicon Valley is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Paralegal to support its legal department. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with internal stakeholders on a wide range of corporate, governance, compliance, and subsidiary management matters in a fast-paced, innovative environment. This Corporate Paralegal will play a key role in supporting corporate legal operations, with a particular focus on international subsidiary management. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing global legal entities and corporate records across multiple jurisdictions. Experience supporting a public company is highly desirable, including familiarity with Exchange Act filings, UCC filings, and corporate governance processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and maintain corporate records, minute books, entity databases, and governance documentation for domestic and international subsidiaries.</li><li>Support the formation, dissolution, restructuring, and ongoing maintenance of legal entities in the U.S. and internationally.</li><li>Coordinate annual filings, officer and director changes, powers of attorney, intercompany approvals, and other subsidiary governance matters across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Assist with board and committee meeting preparation, including drafting resolutions, consents, agendas, and maintaining meeting materials.</li><li>Support corporate governance and compliance processes, including legal entity management and internal approvals.</li><li>Assist with public company compliance matters, including Exchange Act filings, as needed.</li><li>Handle UCC filings and related searches, tracking, and recordkeeping.</li><li>Partner closely with legal, finance, tax, treasury, and outside counsel on entity maintenance and transactional matters.</li><li>Support due diligence and document management for financing, M&amp;A, and other strategic transactions.</li><li>Help develop and improve legal operational processes, templates, and tracking systems.</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Associate Attorney (Trusts & Estates)
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Associate Attorney (Trusts &amp; Estates) to join a respected legal team in Modesto, California. This role focuses on guiding individuals and families through estate planning and trust administration with thoughtful legal counsel and precise document preparation. The attorney will work directly with clients and alongside internal and external professionals to deliver practical solutions related to wealth transfer, fiduciary matters, and long-term planning.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and refine comprehensive estate planning instruments, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives tailored to client objectives.<br>• Advise clients on strategies involving wealth preservation and transfer, with attention to gift, estate, and generation-skipping tax considerations.<br>• Oversee trust administration matters from initial review through final distribution, ensuring timely progress and legal compliance.<br>• Provide guidance to trustees, executors, fiduciaries, and beneficiaries on duties, rights, and issues arising during estate and trust administration.<br>• Prepare transfer-related documentation and recommend appropriate asset funding steps to align plans with client intentions.<br>• Partner with attorneys, paralegals, accountants, financial professionals, and other advisors to support coordinated client service.<br>• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to the firm’s outreach and business development efforts.<br>• Support related dispute matters as needed through legal research, motion drafting, briefing, and discovery activities.
  • 2026-09-29T00:00:00Z
Litigation Associate
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a Litigation Associate to join their growing insurance defense practice in Walnut Creek, California. This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied caseload involving liability-related disputes, including bodily injury, premises, automobile, and construction matters. The attorney in this position will contribute across the life of each case, from initial evaluation through discovery, motion practice, and trial readiness.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage defense matters involving personal injury, premises liability, auto, and construction-related claims from assignment through resolution.</p><p>• Prepare litigation documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, discovery materials, and settlement communications with accuracy and attention to deadlines.</p><p>• Support case strategy by performing legal research, analyzing facts, and developing arguments for motions, hearings, and other proceedings.</p><p>• Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations, and hearings, and represent clients professionally in each setting.</p><p>• Work closely with clients, expert witnesses, attorneys, and legal support staff to keep matters moving efficiently and strategically.</p><p>• Maintain organized case files and monitor litigation calendars to ensure timely filings, responses, and case preparation.</p><p>• Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, reviewing evidence, coordinating witnesses, and preparing case materials.</p>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Senior Estate Planning Attorney
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an accomplished Senior Estate Planning Attorney to support sophisticated estate matters in San Jose, California. This position focuses on guiding complex trust and probate administrations while developing tailored planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families. The attorney in this role will manage tax-related filings, fiduciary accounting review, and the legal structuring needed to carry out effective wealth transfer plans.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead trust and probate administration matters from court filings and early case assessment through closing and final transfer of assets.<br>• Oversee the appraisal and categorization of estate holdings, while directing the preparation of legal documents needed for marshaling and distribution.<br>• Prepare and review estate, gift, and related tax filings to support compliance and effective transfer planning.<br>• Analyze and finalize fiduciary accountings to ensure accurate reporting for estates and trusts under administration.<br>• Design customized estate planning strategies for individuals and families with complex asset profiles and unique succession goals.<br>• Establish and structure trust-based entities that align with client objectives, tax considerations, and long-term asset protection needs.<br>• Advise on property tax matters connected to estate and trust holdings, including administrative filings and related compliance obligations.<br>• Collaborate with clients, fiduciaries, accountants, and other advisors to move matters forward efficiently and resolve issues as they arise.
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z