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95 results for General Counsel in Oakland, CA

General Counsel

Sausalito, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
200000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced General Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance across real estate operations and broader corporate matters in Sausalito, California. This role will partner closely with business leaders to support transactions, manage legal risk, and advise on governance, contracting, and property-related issues. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business recommendations. Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary legal partner for real estate matters, offering counsel on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and other property-related transactions. • Prepare, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements to protect company interests while supporting business objectives. • Advise internal teams on legal exposure, transaction structuring, approval requirements, policy considerations, and negotiation approach. • Provide legal guidance on property management matters, including operational issues that may affect compliance, rights, or risk. • Establish and maintain legal entities as needed to support business activities and organizational structure. • Support corporate governance efforts by helping maintain records, entity compliance, and required filings with applicable state and local authorities. • Work with company stakeholders and external advisors to evaluate deal terms and develop contract language that accurately reflects agreed business arrangements. • Analyze executed and proposed agreements to confirm obligations are clear, actionable, and capable of being administered effectively after signing. • Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of templates, legal documentation standards, and contracting processes to improve consistency and efficiency.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

In House Counsel

South San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an In-House Litigation Attorney for a growing company in South San Francisco or Fresno, CA. This role focuses on contractor bond disputes and commercial liability matters, with responsibility for guiding cases through each phase of the legal process. The position offers meaningful autonomy while partnering closely with claims teams and business leadership to drive sound legal strategy and practical resolutions. Responsibilities:• Oversee a portfolio of civil matters from initial assessment through final resolution, including contractor bond claims, bodily injury disputes, property damage cases, and related defense work.• Analyze legal exposure, damages, and case risks to build strategic action plans that balance efficiency with favorable outcomes.• Prepare and answer litigation documents such as complaints, motions, discovery materials, subpoenas, and other case filings.• Research statutes, regulations, and case law, then translate findings into clear legal guidance on liability, damages, coverage, and compliance issues.• Advocate for the company during hearings, case conferences, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and other formal proceedings.• Work closely with outside counsel, adjusters, investigators, consultants, and internal stakeholders to shape litigation strategy and evaluate resolution options.• Lead settlement discussions and support alternative dispute resolution efforts aimed at resolving claims effectively.• Track case activity, maintain timely status updates, and report on exposure assessments, strategy changes, and significant developments.• Organize witnesses, exhibits, and evidentiary materials for trial preparation and participate in courtroom proceedings when required.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
60 - 70 USD / Hourly
Our client, a San Francisco-based fintech company, is seeking a Commercial Counsel to provide immediate part-time support to its vendor and procurement contracting function on a fully remote contract basis. This is a hands-on, queue-driven role focused on reviewing and negotiating inbound vendor agreements, identifying legal and commercial risk, and helping move contracts efficiently through execution.The ideal candidate will bring meaningful commercial contracting experience involving technology and SaaS vendors, including experience negotiating DPAs and related privacy and security terms. The attorney should be comfortable independently managing a contract queue, applying established contracting positions and playbooks, and partnering with legal and business stakeholders in a fully remote environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review, draft, and negotiate vendor and procurement agreements, including MSAs, SaaS agreements, SOWs, order forms, and renewals against established contracting positions and playbooks. </li><li>Review and negotiate Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and related privacy and security provisions, particularly in agreements with technology and SaaS vendors. </li><li>Negotiate AI-related contractual provisions involving use restrictions, data rights, model training, and evolving regulatory considerations. </li><li>Evaluate legal and commercial risks in proposed contractual terms and recommend practical, business-oriented mitigations. </li><li>Independently manage an active contract queue and prioritize competing requests to move agreements toward signature efficiently. </li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Security, Privacy, and business stakeholders to resolve contractual issues and facilitate execution. </li></ul>
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
60 - 70 USD / Hourly
Our client, a San Francisco-based fintech company, is seeking a Commercial Counsel to provide immediate part-time support to its vendor and procurement contracting function on a fully remote contract basis. This is a hands-on, queue-driven role focused on reviewing and negotiating inbound vendor agreements, identifying legal and commercial risk, and helping move contracts efficiently through execution.The ideal candidate will bring meaningful commercial contracting experience involving technology and SaaS vendors, including experience negotiating DPAs and related privacy and security terms. The attorney should be comfortable independently managing a contract queue, applying established contracting positions and playbooks, and partnering with legal and business stakeholders in a fully remote environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review, draft, and negotiate vendor and procurement agreements, including MSAs, SaaS agreements, SOWs, order forms, and renewals against established contracting positions and playbooks.</li><li>Review and negotiate Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and related privacy and security provisions, particularly in agreements with technology and SaaS vendors.</li><li>Negotiate AI-related contractual provisions involving use restrictions, data rights, model training, and evolving regulatory considerations.</li><li>Evaluate legal and commercial risks in proposed contractual terms and recommend practical, business-oriented mitigations.</li><li>Independently manage an active contract queue and prioritize competing requests to move agreements toward signature efficiently.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Security, Privacy, and business stakeholders to resolve contractual issues and facilitate execution.</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel

Santa Clara, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
100 - 115 USD / Hourly
Innovative AI company is seeking a Commercial Counsel with strong SaaS experience to join its team in Santa Clara. This attorney will support a wide range of commercial legal matters, with a focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating technology-driven agreements in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This is a hybrid position requiring on-site work in Santa Clara, CA on a weekly basis. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including SaaS, software licensing, vendor, customer, partnership, and services agreements</li><li>Provide practical legal guidance on contract terms, risk assessment, and business-facing solutions</li><li>Partner closely with internal stakeholders, including sales, procurement, product, and leadership teams</li><li>Support legal issues related to technology transactions, data use, and general commercial operations</li><li>Help develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, and legal processes</li><li>Advise on contractual obligations, compliance considerations, and legal risk mitigation</li><li>Manage multiple agreements and priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment</li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Attorney / Counsel

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 210000 USD / Yearly
Mid-sized law firm looking to hire a Senior Associate/ Counsel. Responsibilities:• Conduct thorough investigations and evaluations of potential legal claims.• Draft and review legal documents such as complaints, briefs, and memoranda.• Lead discovery processes, including managing document reviews and conducting depositions.• Prepare for and actively participate in trials, ensuring strategic representation of clients.• Negotiate settlements and collaborate on case resolutions in complex litigation matters.• Supervise eDiscovery efforts and ensure compliance with legal standards.• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage case progress.• Stay informed on legal precedents and industry developments to strengthen case strategies.• Contribute to the firm's mission-driven initiatives through innovative problem-solving.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Staff Attorney

San Rafael, CA
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Temporary to Hire
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
A nonprofit legal services organization based in San Rafael, CA is seeking a Staff Attorney to join its growing immigration practice on a contract-to-hire basis. This attorney will provide direct immigration legal services to underserved members of the local community while supporting the continued development of a community-based immigration services program. The organization has the bandwidth to provide training and mentorship, making this an excellent opportunity for a recently barred, mission-driven attorney who gained substantive immigration experience through prior legal work, clinics, internships, externships, or similar settings and is committed to developing a career in immigration law and public-interest legal services. Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide immigration legal services to low-income and underserved immigrant community members.</li><li>Conduct client interviews, factual analysis, legal research, and case assessment.</li><li>Support immigration legal matters through client consultation, legal research, case assessment, and other substantive immigration work based on client and community needs.</li><li>Support matters involving immigration proceedings, including removal-related matters.</li><li>Participate in community-based outreach, intake, legal education, and clinic events.</li><li>Spend one onsite day per week providing services at a community partner location in Novato.</li><li>Work collaboratively with supervising attorneys, legal staff, community partners, volunteers, and interns to deliver high-quality client services.</li><li>Assist with the continued development and implementation of the organization's immigration legal services program.</li><li>Maintain accurate case and client records and provide information necessary for program, grant, and organizational reporting.</li><li>Participate in relevant training, professional development, community events, and immigration-related programming.</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Lafayette, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a civil litigation practice in Lafayette, California. This position is well suited for someone who can manage a busy legal desk, maintain accuracy under tight deadlines, and keep case materials organized. Candidates with solid litigation support experience are preferred, though motivated professionals with strong potential will also be considered. This role is focused on legal secretarial work and is not designed as a track toward paralegal responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Prepare, format, and submit court filings electronically while ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and deadlines. • Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, and other case-related obligations with a high degree of accuracy. • Organize, update, and retrieve legal documents in document management systems, including NetDocuments when applicable. • Draft, revise, and finalize correspondence, pleadings, and other legal materials from attorney notes, edits, or dictation. • Monitor active litigation matters and provide day-to-day administrative support to keep the civil litigation desk running efficiently. • Coordinate communications, schedule matters, and manage Outlook-based email and calendar activity to support attorneys and case progress.
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Redwood City, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys with litigation, intellectual property, and administrative matters in Redwood City, California. This position plays a key role in keeping case activity, filings, scheduling, and client communications running smoothly while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Submit court filings electronically in state, federal, and appellate venues while ensuring documents meet procedural requirements. • Maintain calendars for hearings, filing dates, trademark matters, and other critical case milestones to help attorneys stay ahead of deadlines. • Prepare engagement documents, client correspondence, and other legal support materials with a high level of accuracy and care. • Arrange logistics for depositions, trials, meetings, travel, and related events, including preparation of agendas and supporting documents. • Handle attorney admissions, memberships, continuing education records, and required registrations in an organized manner. • File and track materials with relevant agencies and courts, and keep both physical and digital case records current and accessible. • Support billing and financial administration by processing expenses, assisting with invoices, and helping reconcile related records. • Conduct basic legal or business research, summarize findings, and assist with reports, outreach, and other administrative projects as needed. • Open new matters, assist with conflict review processes, and provide backup coverage for other legal support team members when required.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Emeryville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Emeryville, California. In this role, you will support our legal professionals in managing litigation cases, ensuring smooth coordination of administrative and legal processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in litigation and e-filing, along with a proactive approach to organizational and communication tasks. This firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. Responsibilities:• Prepare and format legal documents and pleadings for submission in state and federal courts through e-filing systems.• Maintain and monitor case calendars, ensuring all deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.• Organize and manage both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, including letters and memoranda.• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and court staff to update case statuses and ensure procedural compliance.• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, creating witness lists, and assembling trial binders.• Schedule and organize meetings, depositions, and conference calls, as well as arrange travel plans when necessary.• Respond promptly to attorney and client inquiries, proactively managing workflows to meet critical deadlines.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a growing litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position will provide day-to-day administrative and document support to three law clerks and associates, with the potential to assist additional legal staff as needs evolve. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, proofread, and format litigation documents, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal paperwork before filing or distribution. • Draft routine legal documents such as pleadings, memoranda, notices, subpoenas, and court-related forms using firm-approved software and templates. • Submit filings in state and federal courts, including electronic filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements. • Manage attorney calendars by tracking hearings, meetings, deadlines, and follow-up items to help the legal team stay ahead of key case obligations. • Coordinate court date reservations and communicate with court personnel as needed to secure hearing availability and confirm scheduling details. • Organize and maintain case records in document management systems, including saving, scanning, and indexing incoming legal and case-related materials. • Support litigation logistics by assembling binders for depositions, trials, and hearings, and by arranging meeting spaces and visitor notifications when required. • Review vendor billing information and prepare related payment or submission documentation in accordance with attorney direction and internal procedures. • Provide backup administrative assistance to other team members and take on additional support tasks based on attorney and case needs.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Lafayette, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 42 USD / Hourly
A well-established East Bay law firm is seeking a Litigation Secretary to join its growing team. This position will provide direct support to a busy attorney and play a key role in keeping litigation matters organized, on track, and moving efficiently. The ideal candidate is an experienced litigation support professional who can step in with minimal training, manage competing priorities, and serve as a reliable resource for the legal team.This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a firm that values work-life balance, offers flexibility, and genuinely treats employees as part of the team. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and court appearances</li><li>Prepare, file, and serve legal documents in state and federal courts</li><li>Handle e-filing and monitor filing deadlines</li><li>Draft, revise, proofread, and format correspondence and pleadings</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Assist with document management and records organization</li><li>Conduct conflict checks, if experienced</li><li>Provide general litigation administrative support as needed</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a busy transactional legal practice in Oakland, California. This is a long-term contract position focused on managing large volumes of legal documentation, coordinating administrative activities, and ensuring documents are accurately prepared for real estate and commercial matters. The role will work closely with attorneys on closing materials, contract-related files, scheduling needs, and document organization in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format high-volume legal and transactional documents for matters involving real estate, lease agreements, construction contracts, and related business transactions.</li><li>Manage closing documentation by organizing materials for printing, signature routing, scanning, and final file completion with a high degree of accuracy.</li><li>Review attorney-prepared documents to improve formatting, consistency, and presentation before distribution or filing.</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical records by saving, organizing, and retrieving documents within iManage and related filing systems.</li><li>Coordinate calendars, meetings, and scheduling requests for attorneys using Outlook while helping keep time-sensitive matters on track.</li><li>Assemble supporting materials for transaction-related binders or deal documents by identifying and compiling the most relevant information from larger files. </li><li>Assist with conflict checks and other administrative support tasks as needed to facilitate efficient matter intake and workflow.</li><li>Partner with attorneys and internal support resources to handle complex document production and ensure deadlines are met in a high-volume practice.</li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice. This role is ideal for a highly organized individual who can manage attorney support tasks, court-related filings, and document preparation in a fast-paced law firm environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and clients while contributing to the smooth handling of active legal matters. Responsibilities: • Support litigation attorneys with day-to-day administrative and case-related tasks, ensuring matters move forward efficiently. • Prepare, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, and other case documents with a high level of accuracy. • Manage court submissions, including electronic filings, while following applicable filing procedures and deadlines. • Organize meetings, depositions, and client communications by coordinating schedules, materials, and logistics. • Maintain attorney calendars and track important dates, deadlines, and court appearances. • Partner with internal teams to assist with the intake and closing of legal matters, including records and conflict-related coordination. • Enter, review, and update attorney time records as needed to support accurate billing and reporting. • Provide additional administrative assistance as business needs require within the litigation team.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a demanding legal setting, brings strong commercial litigation knowledge, and can manage priorities with confidence and precision. The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping matters organized, filings on track, and attorneys well supported in a sophisticated, partner-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, format, and revise litigation materials such as pleadings, motions, discovery documents, correspondence, and other court-related submissions. • Handle electronic filing for matters in state and federal courts, including trial and appellate filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and deadlines. • Maintain organized electronic matter files and manage document workflows within the firm's records and document management systems. • Coordinate new matter intake and support ongoing file administration to ensure records remain accurate, accessible, and up to date. • Assist with attorney time entry, billing support, travel arrangements, and expense processing as part of daily practice operations. • Manage calendars and track important litigation deadlines, court dates, and related scheduling needs for assigned attorneys. • Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and internal staff to support efficient handling of active matters. • Provide dependable administrative and litigation support in a high-volume practice, taking initiative and maintaining ownership of assigned work.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
A boutique law firm in San Jose, California is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced practice. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and prior experience handling state court e-filing and calendaring. As a Legal Secretary, you'll support the full litigation lifecycle from case inception through trial. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.</li><li>Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents. </li><li>Handle state court e-filing and ensure filings are submitted accurately and timely. </li><li>Manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, client meetings, and other key events. </li><li>Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, meetings, and conference calls. </li><li>Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files. </li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and outside counsel in a professional manner. </li><li>Assist with document preparation, records management, and general office support as needed. </li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Redwood City, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
Growing law firm in Redwood City, California is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced practice. As a Legal Secretary, you'll support the full litigation lifecycle from case inception through trial. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and prior experience handling state court e-filing and calendaring. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.</li><li>Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents.</li><li>Handle state court e-filing and ensure filings are submitted accurately and timely.</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, client meetings, and other key events.</li><li>Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, meetings, and conference calls.</li><li>Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files.</li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and outside counsel in a professional manner.</li><li>Assist with document preparation, records management, and general office support as needed.</li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support litigation matters in Redwood City, California. This role focuses on preparing court-ready documents, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case materials while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support colleagues. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of filing procedures, excellent document formatting skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Alameda, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 91000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a midsized firm in the East Bay. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in litigation matters, ideally with exposure to labor and employment cases. You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through administrative tasks, document preparation, court filings, and calendar management. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Responsibilities:• Draft and format legal documents, including correspondence, reports, pleadings, and memoranda, using word processing software.• File legal documents electronically and physically with district and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with rules and deadlines.• Manage schedules and deadlines by maintaining calendar and docket systems, sending reminders, and organizing appointments.• Handle incoming phone calls, take detailed messages, and route calls appropriately.• Coordinate outgoing mail and deliveries to ensure timely distribution.• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are appropriately indexed and accessible.• Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and other logistics.• Conduct research on state and federal court rules and procedures as needed.• Train new team members on office procedures and specialized software.• Communicate with courts, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and arbitrators to schedule hearings, arbitrations, and other events.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
80 - 110 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco-based law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to provide additional support on an active trade secrets matter as the case moves toward trial. The attorney will join the litigation team during a busy stage of the matter and take on substantive assignments across motion practice, legal research and writing, mediation preparation, and trial preparation, with continued support through trial.This fully remote, contract opportunity requires an experienced California-licensed litigator who can quickly get up to speed on an existing case, produce strong written work, and independently move assignments forward with limited ramp-up. The firm is looking for someone who can meaningfully add capacity to the team and take ownership of work as deadlines and trial preparation intensify.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide hands-on litigation and trial preparation support on an active civil matter</li><li>Conduct legal research and analysis and draft related written work product</li><li>Draft, review, and revise motions, briefs, mediation summaries, and other litigation materials</li><li>Support dispositive motion practice, including summary judgment briefing and oppositions</li><li>Review and analyze pleadings, discovery, evidence, and other case materials to support case and trial preparation</li><li>Assist with preparation of arguments, exhibits, and other materials for upcoming proceedings and trial</li><li>Take ownership of assigned projects and workstreams in coordination with the firm’s litigation team</li><li>Manage competing assignments and deadlines as the matter progresses toward trial</li></ul>
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
75 - 90 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on litigation experience, mentorship, and the potential for long-term placement. The Litigation Attorney will handle all phases of civil litigation on plaintiff-side matters, primarily personal injury cases. While plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred, the firm is open to candidates from a variety of civil litigation backgrounds who are motivated to transition into this practice area. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Handle day-to-day litigation tasks across the full lifecycle of cases</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents</li><li>Manage written discovery and participate in depositions</li><li>Conduct legal research and factual investigations</li><li>Assist with and contribute to case strategy, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Support senior attorneys on active litigation matters and trial preparation</li></ul>
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Pleasant Hill, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
75 - 90 USD / Hourly
A growing litigation practice is seeking a California-licensed Associate Attorney to join its Complex Fraud Litigation team on a contract-to-hire basis. This opportunity offers the chance to work on sophisticated civil fraud matters involving extensive investigations, high-stakes litigation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who enjoys tackling complex legal issues, developing case strategy, and managing litigation matters from inception through resolution. This is a fully remote opportunity offering meaningful responsibility, strong collaboration with experienced trial attorneys, and the potential for long-term growth. Responsibilities<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>Prepare for, take, and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and other key individuals</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>Appear at hearings, mediations, conferences, and other court proceedings</li><li>Assist with all aspects of trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy</li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Napa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
Our client is looking for a Litigation Attorney to join their firm in Napa! This permanent opportunity is ideal for a licensed attorney who is ready to take ownership of a varied caseload spanning civil disputes and construction-related matters while working closely with a collaborative legal team. The role offers meaningful client exposure, hands-on litigation responsibility, and the chance to contribute across multiple phases of case strategy and execution. Responsibilities:• Manage litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution, maintaining momentum across each stage of the legal process.• Prepare well-supported pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings that advance client objectives and meet procedural requirements.• Conduct thorough legal research and apply findings to case strategy, written arguments, and client advisement.• Oversee written discovery, evaluate responses, and develop approaches for fact gathering and case development.• Handle matters involving civil litigation and construction-related disputes with sound judgment and attention to detail.• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to coordinate filings, deadlines, and overall case progression.• Communicate with clients regarding case developments, legal options, and recommended next steps.• Maintain a monthly billable workload expectation of 130 hours while delivering high-quality legal work.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Commercial and Product Counsel

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Startup company looking to hire a skilled Commercial and Product Counsel Attorney in San Francisco, California. This position supports a growing company providing practical legal guidance across contracts, product, privacy, and operational matters. Responsibilities:• Advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, offering clear recommendations that balance legal risk with business objectives.• Lead contract review and negotiation efforts, identifying key obligations, unusual provisions, and areas that require escalation or revision.• Provide day-to-day counsel on product and privacy questions that arise. • Collaborate with customer legal, product, and business stakeholders to keep matters progressing efficiently and accurately.• Use internal legal technology and workflow tools to support high-quality reviews and contribute ideas that improve speed and consistency.• Create and refine playbooks, templates, and guidance materials for recurring contract and product-related issues.• Identify recurring bottlenecks in legal workflows and implement practical improvements to strengthen service delivery.• Work cross-functionally with operations, product, and engineering teams to help enhance how legal support is delivered at scale.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Attorney

Menlo Park, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
Well respected multi office firm is looking for an accomplished Senior Attorney to join their trusts and estates practice in one of their 3 locations (Menlo Park, San Francisco, or Sacramento). This role is well suited for a lawyer who brings substantial experience in estate planning, probate, and trust administration, and who values direct client partnership on complex legal matters. The position offers the opportunity to guide sophisticated engagements, deliver thoughtful legal strategies, and support the continued growth of less experienced team members. Responsibilities:• Counsel individuals and families on estate planning strategies, including the preparation of wills, trusts, and transfer structures designed to meet personal and financial objectives.• Lead probate and trust administration matters through each stage of the process, ensuring timely progress, accurate filings, and practical issue resolution.• Oversee the quality and accuracy of legal work produced by less-experienced attorneys and support staff, offering direction as matters progress.• Mentor junior attorneys through feedback and day to day collaboration to strengthen the overall practice team.• Manage a full workload independently while maintaining high standards of responsiveness, organization, and client service.• Contribute to a cooperative office culture and support the continued development and success of the practice group.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z