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In House Counsel

Napa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
79.1635 - 91.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced In-House Counsel to support a wine industry organization in Napa, California. This 6-month contract position is well suited for a senior attorney who can confidently advise on litigation matters while also guiding data privacy, employment counsel, and cybersecurity issues. The role offers a collaborative environment, regular interaction with executive leadership, and a flexible permanent schedule with an in-person presence two days per week, either in the Marin or Napa office. Candidates who bring strong business judgment and can step into a broad in-house legal function will be especially successful in this assignment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal guidance on active and potential disputes, partnering with internal stakeholders to assess risk and develop practical strategies.</li><li>Advise the business on privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity matters, including issue spotting, compliance considerations, and incident-related support.</li><li>Review, draft, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements to help meet operational and business objectives.</li><li>Offer counsel on employment-related legal questions and support the handling of workplace issues when they arise.</li><li>Coordinate with outside counsel where needed, helping manage litigation activity, budgets, and overall case direction.</li><li>Participate in meetings with senior leaders and deliver clear, business-focused legal advice on sensitive or high-priority matters.</li><li>Step into a broad legal support role that may include taking ownership of contract workflows and other in-house counsel responsibilities.</li><li>Support onboarding into the legal function and help ensure continuity across ongoing matters during the contract period.</li><li>Assist attorneys with employment counseling matters, including drafting, reviewing, and organizing employment-related documentation, conducting legal research, and supporting responses to employee relations and personnel issues.</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary to Hire
100 - 125 USD / Hourly
Silicon Valley tech company is looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel to join its legal team. This Counsel opportunity is ideal for a licensed attorney with deep expertise in enterprise SaaS transactions who can step in quickly and partner with internal stakeholders on high-value commercial agreements. The role requires an on-site presence in Palo Alto, CA, with the expectation of working from the office approximately three days each week. Responsibilities:• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements related to enterprise SaaS offerings.• Advise business partners on contract terms, legal risk, and practical deal strategies to help move transactions forward efficiently.• Manage key customer and vendor agreement workflows, including master services agreements, data processing addenda, and business associate agreements.• Redline contracts thoroughly and propose clear revisions that align legal protections with business objectives.• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve contractual issues and support timely execution of deals.• Provide legal guidance on agreement structures and negotiation positions in a fast-paced technology environment.• Help maintain continuity of commercial legal support while the company identifies a long-term addition to the team.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Corporate Counsel - Employment Law

Menlo Park, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
171000 - 223000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half, one of FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is hiring a Corporate Counsel – Employment Law to join the Legal Department, based in our Menlo Park executive office. This position can work remotely (from Pacific or Mountain Time zone locations) and reports to the Associate General Counsel – Litigation & Employment Law. We are seeking an experienced and pragmatic employment attorney to join our in-house Legal Department. This role will provide strategic legal advice and day-to-day counseling to Human Resources, business leaders, and other internal stakeholders on a broad range of employment law issues affecting a nationwide staffing and talent solutions organization. The successful candidate will combine strong legal judgment with practical business acumen and a collaborative approach to solving complex workplace issues. Key ResponsibilitiesAdvise the Company on a wide range of federal, state, and local employment law matters.Provide legal guidance regarding harassment, discrimination, retaliation, whistleblower, disability accommodation, leave of absence, and workplace investigations.Counsel business leaders and Human Resources on wage and hour compliance, including employee classification, overtime, meal and rest periods, pay practices, and related compliance issues.Advise on restrictive covenant matters, including noncompetition, nonsolicitation, confidentiality, and trade secret issues, while navigating varying state laws.Support litigation strategy by partnering with outside counsel on employment claims, agency charges, class and representative actions, and other employment-related disputes.Review, draft, and negotiate employment-related agreements, policies, and training materials.Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations and provide practical guidance to ensure ongoing compliance.Deliver legal training to Human Resources and business leaders on employment law developments and risk mitigation.Partner with cross-functional teams to develop legally compliant business solutions that align with operational objectives. What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is a trusted legal advisor who exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively with business leaders, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This individual will be comfortable balancing legal risk with business objectives while helping the Company maintain a strong culture of compliance and ethical business practices. CompensationRobert Half is offering a base salary range of $171,000-223,000/year (depending on experience and telecommute location), discretionary annual bonus (10-12+% of annual salary), comprehensive employment benefits (incl. multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), 401k Plan with employer match, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and excellent work-life balance. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP - Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Sr. Corporate Counsel

Menlo Park, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
209000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half, one of FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is hiring a Sr. Corporate Counsel – Employment Law to join the Legal Department, based in our Menlo Park executive office. This position can work remotely (from Pacific or Mountain Time Zone locations) and reports to the Associate General Counsel – Litigation & Employment Law. We are seeking a senior level experienced employment attorney to provide practical, business-focused legal advice to business leaders and Human Resources on employment law matters affecting a nationwide staffing and talent solutions organization. The ideal candidate is a practical, business-minded employment attorney who can provide clear, timely, and actionable legal advice in a fast-paced environment. This person should be comfortable building strong relationships and partnering closely with HR, business leaders, outside counsel and other stakeholders; assessing risk; supporting sound decision-making; and developing solutions that are legally compliant and operationally workable. Key ResponsibilitiesThis position provides senior-level guidance on employment matters; leads significant legal and compliance initiatives, manages litigation, regulatory matters, dispute resolution, and outside counsel; and may supervise attorneys or other legal administrative personnel. Key areas include workplace investigations, accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, employee classification, restrictive covenants, and trade secret matters. Compensation Robert Half is offering a base salary range of $209,000-250,000/year (depending on experience and telecommute location), discretionary annual bonus (10-15% of annual salary), comprehensive employment benefits (incl. multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), 401k Plan with employer match, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and excellent work-life balance. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP - Permanent Placement Services, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Attorney

San Rafael, CA
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Temporary to Hire
40 - 50 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>
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Santa Rosa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys in a fast-paced services environment in California. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong organizational skills, excellent written communication, and a sharp eye for detail to legal administrative work. The position involves managing critical deadlines, preparing court-related documents, and helping attorneys stay organized and responsive throughout the litigation process. Responsibilities: • Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track important court dates and filing deadlines. • Prepare, format, and submit legal documents through electronic court filing systems in accordance with court rules. • Review correspondence, pleadings, and other legal materials for accuracy, grammar, and formatting before distribution or filing. • Transcribe dictated notes, legal content, and attorney instructions into clear and accurate documents. • Maintain organized case files and ensure records, pleadings, and supporting materials are updated and easy to retrieve. • Communicate with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling, filings, and document requirements. • Provide day-to-day administrative support to litigation attorneys to help move matters forward efficiently.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide immediate on-site support for a busy legal team in Oakland, California that handles plaintiff-side personal injury matters. This contract-to-hire position is ideal for someone who can keep case activity organized, manage deadlines accurately, and handle court-related filings with confidence. The role will primarily assist attorneys with day-to-day administrative and legal support, including work that may involve personal injury matters. Responsibilities:• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, appointments, and other critical case milestones.• Coordinate court filings and related documentation to help ensure matters move forward efficiently and on schedule.• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys by organizing case materials, correspondence, and records.• Monitor deadlines and follow up on time-sensitive tasks to support accurate and timely case management.• Communicate professionally with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling and document handling.• Assist with legal matters that may include personal injury cases, depending on team needs and assignment priorities
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
A prestigious AmLaw firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its Downtown Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished legal professional looking to join a sophisticated, high-end firm with an exceptional benefits package and a 37.5-hour workweek. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience and strong knowledge of both California state and federal court procedures. Experience supporting labor & employment litigators is highly preferred.Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys handling sophisticated labor & employment litigation matters</li><li>Prepare, revise, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filing</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines and court dates</li><li>Assist with discovery, pleadings, motions and trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate meetings, depositions and other case-related activities</li><li>Manage documents and maintain organized electronic case files</li><li>Provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced professional environment</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures</li><li>Labor & employment litigation experience strongly preferred</li><li>Excellent document formatting, proofreading and organizational skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Professional communication skills and ability to work with attorneys at all levels</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?<ul><li>Prestigious AmLaw firm</li><li>37.5-hour workweek</li><li>Sophisticated labor & employment litigation practice</li><li>High-end, professional working environment</li><li>Excellent long-term career opportunity</li><li>Medical, dental and vision insurance</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li></ul>Workplace: Onsite – Downtown Los AngelesQualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to apply confidentially, Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences

Santa Clara, CA
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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. Responsibilities: • 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. • 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. • Counsel internal business partners on legal questions affecting commercial operations, delivering practical and timely advice that supports activities involving healthcare audiences. • Address disputes and other legal concerns through effective negotiation, including support for pre-litigation resolutions and settlement discussions when needed. • Create and refine contract templates, guidance materials, and training resources to improve consistency and efficiency across contracting workflows. • Build a strong understanding of the company's products, business priorities, and supported client groups in order to deliver relevant and commercially informed legal advice. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting sales, marketing, reimbursement, privacy, anti-corruption, and healthcare compliance, and identify issues requiring proactive guidance. • Serve as a legal representative in discussions with vendors, customers, and other external parties, helping advance business objectives while protecting company interests. • Manage outside counsel engagements by setting scope, directing work, overseeing budgets, and ensuring projects are completed effectively. • 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
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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. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation, review, and negotiation of a broad range of commercial contracts, including licensing, supply, sales, marketing, research, and collaboration arrangements. • Provide timely legal counsel to business stakeholders on day-to-day commercial matters involving products and services marketed to healthcare professionals. • Evaluate advertising initiatives, campaigns, and related materials to help ensure alignment with company standards, truth-in-advertising expectations, and applicable legal requirements. • Address disputes and other legal concerns through strategic negotiation, including support for pre-litigation resolutions and settlement discussions. • Create and refine contract templates, guidance materials, and training resources to improve consistency and efficiency across contracting workflows. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting sales, marketing, reimbursement, privacy, anti-corruption, and healthcare compliance, and translate those developments into practical business advice. • Serve as a legal representative in discussions with vendors, customers, and other external parties to support commercial relationships and risk management. • Coordinate with outside counsel when needed by defining scope, overseeing deliverables, and tracking budget and project progress. • Collaborate with internal partners across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Education, Supply Chain, R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Sales, and Information Technology. • Support occasional travel requirements as needed, generally within a limited range of approximately 10–15%.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel, Heart Failure

Livremore, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
220000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel to support heart failure-related business activities in Livremore, California. This role provides practical legal guidance across commercial operations, contract strategy, reimbursement matters, and promotional review in a regulated healthcare environment. The position partners closely with cross-functional teams to help manage risk, enable business objectives, and maintain compliance with applicable laws and company standards. Responsibilities: • Advise business stakeholders on payor contracting matters by reviewing, revising, and negotiating agreements while recommending approaches that support sound commercial strategy. • Counsel internal teams on operational and regulatory issues affecting billing, reimbursement, audits, and compliance activities tied to healthcare products and services. • Assess reimbursement and payor-related disputes, identify legal exposure, and recommend practical solutions to reduce risk and support resolution. • Prepare, negotiate, and analyze a broad range of commercial agreements, including arrangements related to sourcing, sales, licensing, marketing initiatives, co-promotion, and research collaborations. • Review advertising, educational, and promotional content to confirm alignment with legal requirements, internal policies, and truth-in-advertising standards. • Provide timely legal support to commercial functions that engage healthcare professionals, offering clear guidance on day-to-day business questions and more complex legal matters. • Handle pre-dispute and early dispute matters through negotiation and settlement support, working to resolve issues efficiently and protect business interests. • Create and improve contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and training materials to streamline legal processes across supported teams. • Coordinate with external counsel when needed by defining scope, overseeing deliverables, and managing legal spend effectively. • Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Finance, Education, Supply Chain, Research & Development, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Sales, and Information Technology teams; limited travel of approximately 10–15% may be required.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

San Mateo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is recruiting Employment Law Litigators (full-time or part-time) for a boutique firm on the Peninsula (hybrid telecommute) that represents entrepreneurs and founders, emerging technology companies and established large employers, as well as senior-level management. The firm’s practitioners are top AmLaw 100 law firm trained attorneys and the practice specializes in counseling on complex, unique, and high stakes employment litigation and workplace investigations. The firm is looking for 3-10++ year practitioner with significant L&E or commercial litigation experience. The attorney applicant should have strong analytical, writing, and oral argument skills, efficient case management experience, good academic and law firm employment record, and be passionate about advocacy and analyzing thorny, novel legal matters. For a full-time attorney, the salary range offered is $175,000 – 275,000+/yr, DOE. The firm is also open to hiring a part-time counsel at a very competitive hourly rate. Bonus program is in place, including for matter origination and work on some of the firm’s plaintiff-side cases on behalf of highly paid executives. Employment benefits package offered and flexible with telecommuting. This is a good opportunity for a litigator looking for work on very interesting cases, many of first impression, and wants to find a firm offering quality mentorship, direct client relationships, and plenty of first-chair deposition and motion hearing experience, and trial advocacy. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for Litigation Attorney to join a collaborative legal team in San Francisco, California. This opportunity is suited for a California-licensed attorney with litigation experience who can contribute thoughtful legal analysis, strong written advocacy, and practical guidance to clients. The role offers meaningful client interaction, exposure to complex disputes, and a supportive environment that supports long-term career growth while maintaining an in-office presence several days each week. Responsibilities:• Represent clients in employment-related litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.• Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal filings with a high degree of accuracy and strategic judgment.• Manage discovery activities, including drafting requests, reviewing responses, and coordinating document production.• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law to support litigation strategy and client advice.• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other proceedings while collaborating with attorneys across practice areas.• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates, explain legal risks, and develop practical, business-oriented recommendations.• Handle multiple active matters in a fast-paced setting while meeting deadlines and maintaining strong attention to detail.• Contribute to class action, wage and hour, construction, government contracts, or other complex dispute matters when applicable.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Pleasant Hill, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
75 - 90 USD / Hourly
A growing litigation practice is seeking a California-licensed Associate Attorney 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. 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>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

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.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Attorney

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Attorney to join a respected and collegial East Bay practice in California. This opportunity is well suited for a legal specialist with a strong background in insurance coverage matters or complex litigation experience who values thoughtful advocacy and practical client service. The firm offers hybrid remote flexibility, LOW BILLABLES (1600/year), and an emphasis on maintaining a sustainable workload and strong work-life balance. Responsibilities:• Advise clients on insurance coverage issues by analyzing policy language, factual records, and applicable legal authority.• Prepare clear, well-supported legal documents, including coverage opinions, pleadings, motions, and related case materials.• Manage matters from initial assessment through resolution, keeping strategy, deadlines, and client objectives in focus.• Conduct legal research on insurance law questions and translate findings into practical recommendations for clients.• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, court proceedings, and other dispute-resolution settings as needed.• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop case strategies, evaluate risk, and support informed decision-making.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Litigation Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support its busy civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented legal secretary who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Litigation Secretary will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters. While personal injury experience is preferred, candidates with experience supporting any civil litigation practice area are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and legal documents</li><li>E-file documents in California state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and manage court appearances</li><li>Open, maintain, and organize physical and electronic case files</li><li>Assist with discovery preparation and document management</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and meetings</li><li>Handle client communications, phone calls, and general administrative support</li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
55 - 60 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-known financial technology company to hire a Commercial Counsel for an approximately 3-month contract opportunity. This is a fully remote, 40-hour-per-week position supporting a commercial legal team while the organization fills a permanent opening. The assignment may be extended depending on the timing of the permanent hire. The ideal candidate will have strong general commercial contracting experience and be comfortable independently drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of agreements. Fintech or broader financial services experience is strongly preferred but not required. Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including NDAs, SaaS agreements, professional services agreements, licensing agreements, partnerships, marketing agreements, and order forms</li><li>Manage inbound procurement contracts, particularly SaaS and technology-related agreements</li><li>Negotiate contract terms directly with vendors, counterparties, procurement teams, and internal business stakeholders</li><li>Advise business partners on contractual terms, obligations, risks, and practical considerations</li><li>Draft amendments and manage contract redlines using established templates and playbooks</li><li>Support agreements involving data sharing, privacy, and consumer regulatory considerations</li><li>Utilize the organization's contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform and AI-enabled legal tools to manage intake, redlines, and contract workflows</li><li>Independently manage commercial legal matters in a fast-paced in-house environment</li></ul>
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an associate attorney to join a litigation practice in San Francisco, California, where this role will support active matters from early case assessment through resolution. This opportunity is well suited for a licensed attorney who wants to build hands-on litigation experience, strengthen courtroom and advocacy skills, and take on growing ownership of casework while collaborating closely with experienced legal professionals. The position offers meaningful exposure to client strategy, written advocacy, discovery practice, and dispute resolution in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare a wide range of litigation documents, including initial filings, responsive pleadings, motions, and supporting memoranda, with accuracy and strategic focus.• Perform in-depth legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations that inform case direction and argument development.• Handle written discovery by drafting requests, reviewing responses, and formulating objections or supplemental materials as needed.• Participate in witness and party depositions, including preparation, questioning, and defense responsibilities based on experience level and case needs.• Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, subject-matter experts, and witnesses while maintaining clear and effective communication.• Support court-facing activities by preparing for hearings, attending case management conferences, and appearing in other proceedings when appropriate.• Contribute to mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation by assisting with strategy, evidence organization, and advocacy support.• Analyze liability, defenses, damages exposure, and settlement options to help shape thoughtful litigation and resolution strategies.• Track deadlines, maintain orderly matter documentation, and ensure case files remain current and well managed throughout the litigation lifecycle.• Develop practical approaches to disputes that align legal strategy with strong client service and favorable outcomes.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Menlo Park, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
Join a thriving legal team in Menlo Park, California as a Family Law Attorney and make a tangible impact every day. We’re seeking a dedicated legal professional with proven experience in family law and litigation, ready to take on challenging cases and deliver meaningful results for our clients. In this role, you’ll handle a diverse portfolio of assignments, advocate for clients in court, and collaborate with a highly skilled group of colleagues. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work alongside accomplished partners and colleagues to deliver timely, high-quality results.</li><li>Take center stage in representing clients during family law hearings and proceedings.</li><li>Foster professional relationships with clients, opposing counsel, and experts to achieve optimal legal outcomes.</li><li>Apply meticulous attention to detail in drafting and reviewing motions, pleadings, and correspondence.</li><li>Lead legal research with advanced tools like WestLaw and Attorney’s Briefcase to strengthen case strategy.</li><li>Harness specialized software such as DissoMaster, Lawyaw, and Lawgic to streamline workflows.</li><li>Offer strategic advice tailored to each client’s unique needs, always upholding the highest ethical standards.</li></ul>If you’re passionate about family law and ready for your next career move, apply today and shape the future of our legal team.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an Unlawful Detainer Attorney to represent landlords and property owners in eviction proceedings and landlord-tenant disputes. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, knowledge of California landlord-tenant law, and experience handling cases under San Francisco’s rent control ordinances.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Represent landlords in unlawful detainer (eviction) proceedings from pre-litigation notices to trial.</li><li>Draft and serve notices to vacate, including 3-day notices to pay or quit, cure or quit, and termination notices.</li><li>File and litigate unlawful detainer cases, including motions, discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial.</li><li>Appear in court hearings and trials in San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area courts.</li><li>Provide legal counsel on rent control laws, tenant buyout agreements, and property management compliance.</li><li>Defend landlords against wrongful eviction, habitability claims, and fair housing complaints.</li><li>Work with property managers, real estate investors, and property owners to ensure legal compliance.</li></ul>
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
50 - 85 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

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