Senior Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action (Oakland)
Attorney job in Oakland, CA
Senior Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.
You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.
The Opportunity
As our Senior Attorney in our Employment Class Action department, you will have the opportunity to fight for our clients and win the largest settlements and verdicts achievable in employee misclassification, overtime wage violations, time-shaving, failure to provide rest and meal breaks, and other worker rights violation cases.
Accountable for
Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
Develop Strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
Take and defend depositions.
Develop and form arguments and represent clients in wage and hour matters.
Qualifications
Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
At least 5 years of experience in Employment Class Action.
Superior analytical and legal research skills.
Excel in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate both verbally and in writing.
Ability to exercise common sense in complex situations.
Adaptable and meticulous attention to detail.
Compensation
$180,000 - $280,000 based on experience, plus performance-based incentives
Benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Opportunities for growth and advancement.
Team outings and sponsored events.
Referral bonus program.
Firm-paid Medical, Dental & Vision HMO with low-cost upgrades.
Paid Life and AD&D insurance.
401k.
FSA (Flexible Spending Account).
EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Pet Insurance.
Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.
Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.
Join Wilshire Law Firm
Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego, Oakland, Sacramento, Riverside, Torrance
Litigation Attorney
Attorney job in West Sacramento, CA
The Beach Law Group, LLP is looking to add an energetic, driven attorney to its full-service law practice in its remote Sacramento office. Expertise or proficiency in the areas of tort liability litigation, the defense of health and human service providers and public entities as well as general business matters is ideal. We are looking for a team player with proven litigation and case management skills, superb legal analysis and writing abilities, the ability to direct a case team and manage trial preparation. We offer excellent benefits, a collaborative work environment and the support of a highly experienced staff. If you fit this bill and have the drive to grow and succeed with us, we want to hear from you. Telecommuting flexibility an option. To be considered for this opportunity, please direct your resume to us. Minimum one year experience practicing law.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
License/Certification:
* California State Bar License (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Sacramento, CA 95605
Senior Trial Attorney for Criminal Defense Firm
Attorney job in San Jose, CA
Trial Attorney - Criminal Defense | Michael & Associates, San Jose, CA Michael & Associates is setting a new standard for criminal defense in California. Building on our exceptional success in Texas, we are expanding to the West Coast-bringing our proven approach of innovation, operational efficiency, and elite client service to San Jose and beyond.
Our mission is ambitious: within three years, we aim to become the nation's largest and most effective criminal defense firm, while cultivating a culture where attorneys thrive both personally and professionally, and every client receives world-class advocacy and true white-glove service.
Why We're Different
We are redefining the defense firm model by combining exceptional courtroom advocacy with technology-driven innovation. Through digital marketing, automation, and data-informed hiring, we extend our reach, improve outcomes, and build a modern legal organization.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Trial Attorney with a strong presence in San Jose criminal courts-someone who commands respect in the courtroom, connects with juries, and is deeply committed to defending the rights of the accused.
In this role, you will lead significant criminal matters from arraignment through trial, supported by a highly skilled team of attorneys, investigators, and support staff. This is a rare opportunity to play an influential role in shaping the future of criminal defense in California.
What Sets This Opportunity Apart
Early Career Opportunity in a Fast-Growing Firm
Join us at the ground level and help build something exceptional. Here, your contributions go beyond managing a desk or caseload-you'll have real influence from day one.
Opportunities for Advancement
We offer growth paths rarely seen in criminal defense. Whether your aspirations lie in leadership, trial expertise, or mentorship, you'll find a clear trajectory to achieve your goals.
Innovative and Forward-Thinking
We use technology, efficiency, and continuous improvement not as buzzwords, but as tools to help you focus on what truly matters: serving your clients.
Collaborative Team Environment
Success is shared. Every case benefits from firm-wide teamwork, where top-tier attorneys challenge and support one another to reach the highest standards.
Making a Meaningful Difference
Guide clients through their most difficult moments and deliver results that genuinely matter. Our reputation reflects a balance of zealous advocacy, empathy, and professionalism.
Requirements
Based in California, with deep roots in the state's criminal defense community
10+ years of hands-on experience practicing criminal defense law and advocating for clients in California courts
Active member of the California Bar, ready to make an immediate impact in a fast-growing, innovative firm
Benefits
Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Performance Spiffs
Litigation Associate Attorney
Attorney job in San Jose, CA
Hinshaw & Culbertson, a leading national law firm, seeks an attorney to join its Defense Litigation Practice group in San Francisco.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in career growth. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload, taking on significant responsibilities from the start.
Position Requirements:
Must be admitted to the California bar in good standing.
Ideal candidates will have experience with general defense litigation, including tort litigation, product liability, construction defect, premises liability, automobile, and general liability matters.
Occasional travel for in-person court proceedings is required
Candidates should also have strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that offers a high level of responsibility in an exciting, growing practice. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload and will take on significant responsibilities.
We value work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from both the office and remotely.
To apply, please submit your resume, writing samples, and unofficial law school transcript to:
**************************************************************
California Candidates Only:
Estimated $140,000 to $200,000. The estimated salary range displayed is specifically for those applicants who will perform work in California if selected for the role and is not applicable to other locations. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary range, market data, applicant skills, relevant experience, degrees, or certifications.
Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA). It does not discriminate in employment practices based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Kindly note: Direct applicants only. This position is not accepting recruiter candidates.
CONSTRUCTION DEFECT Attorney - Defense (Walnut Creek)
Attorney job in Walnut Creek, CA
Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP is seeking an attorney with significant, hands-on experience in construction defect litigation on the defense side to join our Walnut Creek office. This is a full-time, in-office position. We are not seeking applicants who want to work remotely; instead, we are looking for candidates who are eager to build a long-term career at the firm and grow into partnership after demonstrating consistent performance, leadership, and contribution.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience managing all phases of construction litigation, with particular emphasis on taking the lead in depositions of plaintiffs and expert witnesses. Candidates should be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and pleadings, preparing and arguing motions, and independently managing case files. Second chair trial experience is a plus. Strong research and writing skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple cases in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Haight is a well-established California law firm with offices throughout the state. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, transparency, work-life balance, and long-term professional development.
The position offers a salary range of $150,000 - $180,000 per year, plus a $20,000 annual bonus for those who meet the firm's quarterly billable hour requirements.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts
All resume submissions are
strictly confidential.
Associate Attorney
Attorney job in Fremont, CA
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a premier labor and employment law firm with over 120 attorneys and 5 California offices, is seeking a litigation associate for its San Francisco office. This hybrid role offers flexibility along with direct client contact, courtroom experience, and the chance to work on cases that influence California employment law.
For 45 years, LCW attorneys have been trusted advisors to public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, clients whose work strengthens communities across the state.
What You'll Do
Conduct Substantive Witness Interviews
Manage Discovery and Case Strategy
Take and Defend Depositions
Appear and Argue Motions in Court
Draft Dispositive Motions, including Demurrers, Anti-SLAPP Motions, and Summary Judgement Motions
What We're Looking For
Active California Bar License
3+ Years of Employment Law Experience (Wage & Hour, PAGA, FLSA)
Litigation Experience Required
Public Sector Experience a Plus
Why LCW
Hybrid Schedule Supporting Professional Growth and Well-Being
Competitive Compensation
401(k) Profit Sharing & Match
Performance Based Hours Bonus
Comprehensive Health Benefits and FSA
Join LCW and build your career in a firm that combines sophisticated labor and employment practice wit a mission that matters.
Learn more at lcwlegal.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Fair Chance Act Compliance
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Labor And Employment Attorney- Defense
Attorney job in San Jose, CA
Employment Litigation Attorney
About our client:
Our client is a premier California-based law firm dedicated to providing top-tier legal services to businesses and individuals. They are seeking a skilled Employment Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience in employment defense to join their team.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent employers in employment-related disputes, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and retaliation claims.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
Manage case load effectively while meeting billable hour expectations of 1,800 hours annually.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.
5 years of experience in employment defense litigation.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $150k-$220k base. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
M&A Associate Attorney
Attorney job in Santa Rosa, CA
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3-6 months is required.
About the Opportunity
If you're craving a corporate practice that actually
feels different
-one that pairs Silicon Valley's entrepreneurial energy with the rigor of a nationally recognized M&A powerhouse-you'll feel at home here. Our client is one of the most respected technology-focused law firms in the country, advising the companies reshaping how the world works. You'll join a premier M&A group completing industry-defining transactions across tech and life sciences, while working in a culture known for authenticity, humility, and zero pretense. If you want world-class deal exposure without the rigid hierarchy of traditional BigLaw, this is it.
About the Firm
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm known for its deep alignment with technology and life sciences companies-from early-stage startups to global public leaders. The M&A practice has been honored repeatedly as one of the top technology deal teams in the country and has completed over $750 billion in transactions in recent years, including high-profile strategic exits and complex cross-border acquisitions.
What sets this firm apart is its unique blend of:
Elite deal sophistication
A free-market staffing model that empowers associates to chart their own course
A down-to-earth, West Coast-influenced culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and autonomy
An environment where associates grow quickly, build meaningful relationships with partners, and have pathways both to partnership and to outstanding in-house roles at top technology companies
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate with 3-5 years of experience at a leading law firm. This individual will join a highly selective, high-performing M&A group that handles sophisticated transactions across the technology and life sciences sectors.
This role is available in the following offices:
New York
Silicon Valley / Palo Alto
San Francisco
Seattle
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3-6 months is required.
What You'll Do
As a mid-level associate in this practice, you will:
Work on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including strategic acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, and multi-party deals
Lead and manage key workstreams, with increasing autonomy as you demonstrate capability
Draft and negotiate transaction documents
Advise clients ranging from hyper-growth startups to global market leaders
Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates who invest deeply in associate development
Participate in a free-market staffing environment where you can choose deals and partners that align with your interests
Build expertise across technology and life sciences dealmaking
Contribute to a practice known for speed, sophistication, and incredibly high client service standards
What Makes This Role Different
True free-market model: You choose your work, your partners, and your trajectory.
West Coast culture across all offices: No ego, no pretense, just exceptional attorneys who care about the work and each other.
Accelerated development: Associates here grow faster because they get hands-on, meaningful deal responsibility early.
Top-tier training & mentorship: Through a structured "university" model and practice management support.
Elite client base: You'll work with the most innovative companies in tech and life sciences.
Realistic career pathways: Many associates successfully move in-house to high-caliber tech clients; others build long-term careers at the firm.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required
3-5 years of M&A experience at a leading corporate firm
Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction OR eligibility to waive in within 3-6 months
Strong academic credentials from a top law school
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Demonstrated experience managing key parts of M&A deal processes
Experience or interest in technology and/or life sciences
Preferred
Significant M&A deal sheet demonstrating complexity and leadership on workstreams
Exposure to cross-border deals
Prior experience with technology companies, startup clients, or innovation-driven acquirers
Compensation
Base salary ranges from $260,000 - $310,000 depending on level and location, with eligibility for discretionary bonus. The firm follows a tiered competency-based leveling system aligned with market-leading compensation structures.
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, vision
Life and disability insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness programs
Hybrid work model (3 days in office)
Application Details
Please note that if we decide to move you forward into the process we will ask you to provide a deal sheet and law school transcripts.
Litigation Associate
Attorney job in Fremont, CA
VOYlegal has partnered with a leading Am Law 100 firm to identify an associate (3+ years of experience) for a high-profile litigation team in California. Details include:
Complex commercial litigation, securities litigation, M&A litigation, and a wide range of other specialized litigation areas like IP, real estate, antitrust, and class actions
Legal research, brief-writing, running document production, and discovery
Judicial clerkship experience is a plus
Hybrid work schedule
For immediate consideration, please email a copy of your resume to ********************
Associate Attorney
Attorney job in San Rafael, CA
Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty-one states. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Labor & Employment matters to join our growing San Rafael, California office. The ideal candidate has at least 3+ years' experience. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented. Actual base pay within the range will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
FMG's Labor and Employment Law Section attorneys are nationally recognized and have defended employment claims in more than 45 states for all types of public and private employers. We provide employers with practical and sound preventative advice.
Responsibilities:
· Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
· Prepare and respond to discovery
· Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
· Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.
· Build relationships with clients
· Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.
Requirements:
· Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
· In good standing and able to practice law in the state of California
· Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.
· Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals
· Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive.
· Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.
· Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.
· Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
· Detail oriented, organized and effective.
· Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff.
· Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook.
· Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus.
What we offer:
· Competitive compensation.
· Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.
· Speaking and writing opportunities.
· Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
· Bar expenses paid by Firm.
· HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.
· 401K Plan.
· Company provided life insurance up to $150k.
· Company paid long-term disability coverage.
· Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
· Regular, firmwide socials and events.
· Employee Assistance Program.
EEO Statement
Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Associate Attorney, Employment Law
Attorney job in San Jose, CA
Attorney, Employment Law Department (San Jose)
Berliner Cohen's San Jose Employment Department is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3 + years of labor law and employment litigation experience.
The ideal applicant desires to be a zealous advocate, has counseled clients and litigated wage and hour cases, class action cases, and employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California. Familiarity with administrative charges, and be familiar with wage laws, leave and compliance matters (FMLA, ADA, wage and hour), policy development, compliance training, and managing pre-litigation disputes.
The successful candidate will possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance and measurable results, and exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills. The candidate must also be a current member of the State Bar of California and in good standing.
An employment attorney with at least three years of experience can reasonably expect to start at $160,000; however, actual compensation will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Depending on the candidate's location, we would consider candidates wanting to work in both our San Jose and Modesto offices. Applicants must be willing to travel to client sites, work in multiple counties, and travel between firm offices.
Antitrust Attorney (Associate)
Attorney job in Santa Rosa, CA
A top, Chambers-ranked, Antitrust Boutique with numerous offices across the country is growing due to an influx of new matters. An abundance of new work has come into the San Francisco office, and the firm is looking to add several associates.
The ideal candidate will have:
2-6 years of antitrust experience from big law, the DOJ, or the FTC
Experience can be either deal side merger review or antitrust litigation
Excellent academic credentials
This firm represents some of the largest companies in newsworthy antitrust matters but also maintains a diverse client base across various industries It is a full-scope practice that is busy in litigation, deal side, criminal, and counseling. Staffed leanly, associates get amazing substantive experience, and the firm emphasizes mentorship not only as attorneys but in business development and networking.
Compensation can be above market.
The firm is also highly cognizant of managing hours, as one of the reasons it seeks to hire several associates is to properly manage band-with of the existing associates (i.e. it wants people billing 2000 hours not 2200+).
If you are interested in learning more, please submit your resume here or email me directly at ************************
*Note- the firm is open to candidates in NY and DC as well*
Litigation Associate Attorney
Attorney job in Santa Rosa, CA
Hinshaw & Culbertson, a leading national law firm, seeks an attorney to join its Defense Litigation Practice group in San Francisco.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in career growth. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload, taking on significant responsibilities from the start.
Position Requirements:
Must be admitted to the California bar in good standing.
Ideal candidates will have experience with general defense litigation, including tort litigation, product liability, construction defect, premises liability, automobile, and general liability matters.
Occasional travel for in-person court proceedings is required
Candidates should also have strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that offers a high level of responsibility in an exciting, growing practice. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload and will take on significant responsibilities.
We value work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from both the office and remotely.
To apply, please submit your resume, writing samples, and unofficial law school transcript to:
**************************************************************
California Candidates Only:
Estimated $140,000 to $200,000. The estimated salary range displayed is specifically for those applicants who will perform work in California if selected for the role and is not applicable to other locations. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary range, market data, applicant skills, relevant experience, degrees, or certifications.
Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA). It does not discriminate in employment practices based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Kindly note: Direct applicants only. This position is not accepting recruiter candidates.
Associate Attorney
Attorney job in Santa Rosa, CA
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a premier labor and employment law firm with over 120 attorneys and 5 California offices, is seeking a litigation associate for its San Francisco office. This hybrid role offers flexibility along with direct client contact, courtroom experience, and the chance to work on cases that influence California employment law.
For 45 years, LCW attorneys have been trusted advisors to public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, clients whose work strengthens communities across the state.
What You'll Do
Conduct Substantive Witness Interviews
Manage Discovery and Case Strategy
Take and Defend Depositions
Appear and Argue Motions in Court
Draft Dispositive Motions, including Demurrers, Anti-SLAPP Motions, and Summary Judgement Motions
What We're Looking For
Active California Bar License
3+ Years of Employment Law Experience (Wage & Hour, PAGA, FLSA)
Litigation Experience Required
Public Sector Experience a Plus
Why LCW
Hybrid Schedule Supporting Professional Growth and Well-Being
Competitive Compensation
401(k) Profit Sharing & Match
Performance Based Hours Bonus
Comprehensive Health Benefits and FSA
Join LCW and build your career in a firm that combines sophisticated labor and employment practice wit a mission that matters.
Learn more at lcwlegal.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Fair Chance Act Compliance
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
M&A Associate Attorney
Attorney job in San Francisco, CA
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3-6 months is required.
About the Opportunity
If you're craving a corporate practice that actually
feels different
-one that pairs Silicon Valley's entrepreneurial energy with the rigor of a nationally recognized M&A powerhouse-you'll feel at home here. Our client is one of the most respected technology-focused law firms in the country, advising the companies reshaping how the world works. You'll join a premier M&A group completing industry-defining transactions across tech and life sciences, while working in a culture known for authenticity, humility, and zero pretense. If you want world-class deal exposure without the rigid hierarchy of traditional BigLaw, this is it.
About the Firm
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm known for its deep alignment with technology and life sciences companies-from early-stage startups to global public leaders. The M&A practice has been honored repeatedly as one of the top technology deal teams in the country and has completed over $750 billion in transactions in recent years, including high-profile strategic exits and complex cross-border acquisitions.
What sets this firm apart is its unique blend of:
Elite deal sophistication
A free-market staffing model that empowers associates to chart their own course
A down-to-earth, West Coast-influenced culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and autonomy
An environment where associates grow quickly, build meaningful relationships with partners, and have pathways both to partnership and to outstanding in-house roles at top technology companies
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate with 3-5 years of experience at a leading law firm. This individual will join a highly selective, high-performing M&A group that handles sophisticated transactions across the technology and life sciences sectors.
This role is available in the following offices:
New York
Silicon Valley / Palo Alto
San Francisco
Seattle
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3-6 months is required.
What You'll Do
As a mid-level associate in this practice, you will:
Work on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including strategic acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, and multi-party deals
Lead and manage key workstreams, with increasing autonomy as you demonstrate capability
Draft and negotiate transaction documents
Advise clients ranging from hyper-growth startups to global market leaders
Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates who invest deeply in associate development
Participate in a free-market staffing environment where you can choose deals and partners that align with your interests
Build expertise across technology and life sciences dealmaking
Contribute to a practice known for speed, sophistication, and incredibly high client service standards
What Makes This Role Different
True free-market model: You choose your work, your partners, and your trajectory.
West Coast culture across all offices: No ego, no pretense, just exceptional attorneys who care about the work and each other.
Accelerated development: Associates here grow faster because they get hands-on, meaningful deal responsibility early.
Top-tier training & mentorship: Through a structured "university" model and practice management support.
Elite client base: You'll work with the most innovative companies in tech and life sciences.
Realistic career pathways: Many associates successfully move in-house to high-caliber tech clients; others build long-term careers at the firm.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required
3-5 years of M&A experience at a leading corporate firm
Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction OR eligibility to waive in within 3-6 months
Strong academic credentials from a top law school
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Demonstrated experience managing key parts of M&A deal processes
Experience or interest in technology and/or life sciences
Preferred
Significant M&A deal sheet demonstrating complexity and leadership on workstreams
Exposure to cross-border deals
Prior experience with technology companies, startup clients, or innovation-driven acquirers
Compensation
Base salary ranges from $260,000 - $310,000 depending on level and location, with eligibility for discretionary bonus. The firm follows a tiered competency-based leveling system aligned with market-leading compensation structures.
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, vision
Life and disability insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness programs
Hybrid work model (3 days in office)
Application Details
Please note that if we decide to move you forward into the process we will ask you to provide a deal sheet and law school transcripts.
Antitrust Attorney (Associate)
Attorney job in Sunnyvale, CA
A top, Chambers-ranked, Antitrust Boutique with numerous offices across the country is growing due to an influx of new matters. An abundance of new work has come into the San Francisco office, and the firm is looking to add several associates.
The ideal candidate will have:
2-6 years of antitrust experience from big law, the DOJ, or the FTC
Experience can be either deal side merger review or antitrust litigation
Excellent academic credentials
This firm represents some of the largest companies in newsworthy antitrust matters but also maintains a diverse client base across various industries It is a full-scope practice that is busy in litigation, deal side, criminal, and counseling. Staffed leanly, associates get amazing substantive experience, and the firm emphasizes mentorship not only as attorneys but in business development and networking.
Compensation can be above market.
The firm is also highly cognizant of managing hours, as one of the reasons it seeks to hire several associates is to properly manage band-with of the existing associates (i.e. it wants people billing 2000 hours not 2200+).
If you are interested in learning more, please submit your resume here or email me directly at ************************
*Note- the firm is open to candidates in NY and DC as well*
Litigation Associate Attorney
Attorney job in San Francisco, CA
Hinshaw & Culbertson, a leading national law firm, seeks an attorney to join its Defense Litigation Practice group in San Francisco.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in career growth. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload, taking on significant responsibilities from the start.
Position Requirements:
Must be admitted to the California bar in good standing.
Ideal candidates will have experience with general defense litigation, including tort litigation, product liability, construction defect, premises liability, automobile, and general liability matters.
Occasional travel for in-person court proceedings is required
Candidates should also have strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that offers a high level of responsibility in an exciting, growing practice. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload and will take on significant responsibilities.
We value work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from both the office and remotely.
To apply, please submit your resume, writing samples, and unofficial law school transcript to:
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California Candidates Only:
Estimated $140,000 to $200,000. The estimated salary range displayed is specifically for those applicants who will perform work in California if selected for the role and is not applicable to other locations. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary range, market data, applicant skills, relevant experience, degrees, or certifications.
Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA). It does not discriminate in employment practices based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Kindly note: Direct applicants only. This position is not accepting recruiter candidates.
Associate Attorney
Attorney job in San Francisco, CA
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a premier labor and employment law firm with over 120 attorneys and 5 California offices, is seeking a litigation associate for its San Francisco office. This hybrid role offers flexibility along with direct client contact, courtroom experience, and the chance to work on cases that influence California employment law.
For 45 years, LCW attorneys have been trusted advisors to public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, clients whose work strengthens communities across the state.
What You'll Do
Conduct Substantive Witness Interviews
Manage Discovery and Case Strategy
Take and Defend Depositions
Appear and Argue Motions in Court
Draft Dispositive Motions, including Demurrers, Anti-SLAPP Motions, and Summary Judgement Motions
What We're Looking For
Active California Bar License
3+ Years of Employment Law Experience (Wage & Hour, PAGA, FLSA)
Litigation Experience Required
Public Sector Experience a Plus
Why LCW
Hybrid Schedule Supporting Professional Growth and Well-Being
Competitive Compensation
401(k) Profit Sharing & Match
Performance Based Hours Bonus
Comprehensive Health Benefits and FSA
Join LCW and build your career in a firm that combines sophisticated labor and employment practice wit a mission that matters.
Learn more at lcwlegal.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Fair Chance Act Compliance
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
M&A Associate Attorney
Attorney job in Fremont, CA
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3-6 months is required.
About the Opportunity
If you're craving a corporate practice that actually
feels different
-one that pairs Silicon Valley's entrepreneurial energy with the rigor of a nationally recognized M&A powerhouse-you'll feel at home here. Our client is one of the most respected technology-focused law firms in the country, advising the companies reshaping how the world works. You'll join a premier M&A group completing industry-defining transactions across tech and life sciences, while working in a culture known for authenticity, humility, and zero pretense. If you want world-class deal exposure without the rigid hierarchy of traditional BigLaw, this is it.
About the Firm
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm known for its deep alignment with technology and life sciences companies-from early-stage startups to global public leaders. The M&A practice has been honored repeatedly as one of the top technology deal teams in the country and has completed over $750 billion in transactions in recent years, including high-profile strategic exits and complex cross-border acquisitions.
What sets this firm apart is its unique blend of:
Elite deal sophistication
A free-market staffing model that empowers associates to chart their own course
A down-to-earth, West Coast-influenced culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and autonomy
An environment where associates grow quickly, build meaningful relationships with partners, and have pathways both to partnership and to outstanding in-house roles at top technology companies
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate with 3-5 years of experience at a leading law firm. This individual will join a highly selective, high-performing M&A group that handles sophisticated transactions across the technology and life sciences sectors.
This role is available in the following offices:
New York
Silicon Valley / Palo Alto
San Francisco
Seattle
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3-6 months is required.
What You'll Do
As a mid-level associate in this practice, you will:
Work on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including strategic acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, and multi-party deals
Lead and manage key workstreams, with increasing autonomy as you demonstrate capability
Draft and negotiate transaction documents
Advise clients ranging from hyper-growth startups to global market leaders
Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates who invest deeply in associate development
Participate in a free-market staffing environment where you can choose deals and partners that align with your interests
Build expertise across technology and life sciences dealmaking
Contribute to a practice known for speed, sophistication, and incredibly high client service standards
What Makes This Role Different
True free-market model: You choose your work, your partners, and your trajectory.
West Coast culture across all offices: No ego, no pretense, just exceptional attorneys who care about the work and each other.
Accelerated development: Associates here grow faster because they get hands-on, meaningful deal responsibility early.
Top-tier training & mentorship: Through a structured "university" model and practice management support.
Elite client base: You'll work with the most innovative companies in tech and life sciences.
Realistic career pathways: Many associates successfully move in-house to high-caliber tech clients; others build long-term careers at the firm.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required
3-5 years of M&A experience at a leading corporate firm
Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction OR eligibility to waive in within 3-6 months
Strong academic credentials from a top law school
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Demonstrated experience managing key parts of M&A deal processes
Experience or interest in technology and/or life sciences
Preferred
Significant M&A deal sheet demonstrating complexity and leadership on workstreams
Exposure to cross-border deals
Prior experience with technology companies, startup clients, or innovation-driven acquirers
Compensation
Base salary ranges from $260,000 - $310,000 depending on level and location, with eligibility for discretionary bonus. The firm follows a tiered competency-based leveling system aligned with market-leading compensation structures.
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, vision
Life and disability insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness programs
Hybrid work model (3 days in office)
Application Details
Please note that if we decide to move you forward into the process we will ask you to provide a deal sheet and law school transcripts.
Antitrust Attorney (Associate)
Attorney job in Fremont, CA
A top, Chambers-ranked, Antitrust Boutique with numerous offices across the country is growing due to an influx of new matters. An abundance of new work has come into the San Francisco office, and the firm is looking to add several associates.
The ideal candidate will have:
2-6 years of antitrust experience from big law, the DOJ, or the FTC
Experience can be either deal side merger review or antitrust litigation
Excellent academic credentials
This firm represents some of the largest companies in newsworthy antitrust matters but also maintains a diverse client base across various industries It is a full-scope practice that is busy in litigation, deal side, criminal, and counseling. Staffed leanly, associates get amazing substantive experience, and the firm emphasizes mentorship not only as attorneys but in business development and networking.
Compensation can be above market.
The firm is also highly cognizant of managing hours, as one of the reasons it seeks to hire several associates is to properly manage band-with of the existing associates (i.e. it wants people billing 2000 hours not 2200+).
If you are interested in learning more, please submit your resume here or email me directly at ************************
*Note- the firm is open to candidates in NY and DC as well*