• Manages trademark dispute database and records, including docketing and file management and reporting.
• Coordinates and manages domestic and international trademark disputes.
• Communicates with attorneys, clients, and associate counsel regarding the preparation, filing, and prosecution of domestic and international trademark dispute matters.
• Prepares and shepherds through the legalization process documents, such as Powers of Attorney,  required for domestic and international disputes, oppositions, cancellations, and for other purposes.
• Assist with and perform intellectual property searches and investigations, including preliminary trademark watch reviews, enforcement investigations, trademark and domain use investigations, due diligence projects, screening searches, and other factual research.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of USPTO oppositions, cancellations, motions, and related correspondence as directed by attorneys.
• Assists with preparing preliminary draft correspondence and reports, proofreading, revising, formatting, finalizing, transmitting, and filing documents.
• Assists with U.S. and international opposition and cancellation proceedings as directed by attorneys.
• Processes incoming trademark and dispute file transfers, including trademark database updating and management, recording change of counsel with the USPTO, and instructing associate counsel of contact information.
• Prepares trademark and dispute files for outgoing transfers.
• Maintains accurate records of time spent on tasks.
• Assists with non-trademark-related projects occasionally.

• Works with LSS Project Managers, other Analysts, case teams, and third-party service providers to assist in document and digital content collection, organization, distribution (to co-counsel, clients, third parties, etc.) and production in connection with litigation matters.
• Coordinates with LSS Project Managers to accurately and efficiently ensure (i) the timely flow of data and on-line availability of document images and other digital content collections for review, organization, and production, as well as(ii)the technical and functional quality of database content and associated document images in LSS systems.
• Utilizes the Firm’s various software tools, as well as any that may be case-specific to carry out day-to-day database manipulation, reporting, and related document image, index metadata, and native file collection administration, as directed.
• Manipulates and prepares early case reports of load files and raw data using tools such as Microsoft Access, Excel, text editors, dtSearch, and Nuix.
• Prepares small document collections for review by processing data using Nuix. Coordinates similar processing for larger collections with outside processing providers at the direction of senior members of LSS.
• Provides estimates for the time to complete tasks and provides regular status updates to case teams and LSS team members regarding tasks like data copying, document processing, loading, indexing, conversion, and production preparation.

A nationally recognized leader in the field of financing affordable housing projects seeks a senior tax attorney to join their San Francisco Bay Area practice.

The position will work primarily with our Low Income Housing Tax Credit team and will focus on the development and financing of affordable housing.
Excellent compensation and benefits, no billable hour requirements, and congenial informal working atmosphere fostered by partners and associates alike.

One of the world’s leading international law firms seeks to hire a highly qualified Senior Strategic Pricing Analyst to join its Strategic Pricing team responsible for developing creative pricing solutions and implementing project management best practices to ensure that the Firm meets its financial goals. They are currently building a high-caliber, experienced team that can respond to the needs of the Firm’s lawyers and clients. The Senior Strategic Pricing Analyst will contribute significantly towards the Firm’s success by developing effective responses to client requests for proposals (RFPs).

• Provide comprehensive research, and knowledge management services for attorneys and staff
• Provide training, and assistance to attorneys and staff in the efficient use of research resources
• Engage with practice groups and client teams to identify training and outreach opportunities
• Develop and maintain expertise in the use of legal, business, and practice-related resources
• Participate in regular monitoring of news and legislative and regulatory developments
• Handle interlibrary loan and document delivery requests
• Assist with various administrative duties and projects as necessary

Under the direction of the firmwide Research Services management team, Research Analysts respond to research and reference requests from attorneys, legal assistants, and administrative personnel in all the firm’s offices and serve as liaisons to designated practice and industry groups. Research Analysts also assist with current awareness monitoring, curated news preparation, collection development, and other department activities.

Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with colleagues in the U.S. and abroad to perform legal, business, and scientific reference and research using a variety of free and fee-based databases and websites.
• Working with designated practice and industry groups to promote and raise awareness of research tools and services by offering targeted research and curated reports, orientations, and training, and assistance with collection development by evaluating products and recommending changes.
• Assisting with current awareness services by developing requests, monitoring output, and summarizing results.
• Contributing to the development of content for the intranet.

Dynamic law firm based in Oakland with a sophisticated and nationally recognized transactional practice is looking for an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join its growing team.


Ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of California Real Estate Attorney experience and should be familiar with real estate finance as it interfaces with the above range of real estate tasks. Experience reviewing, negotiating, and drafting AIA architect and construction contracts desired. Requires excellent writing skills, the ability to collaborate with clients and colleagues, and familiarity with basic real estate documents, such as purchase & sale agreements, loan documents, leases, easement agreements, and construction contracts. Prior experience with affordable housing is a plus, but not required.


Salary will be commensurate with experience. Casual and friendly work environment (temporarily remote). Offers excellent benefits, including a generous retirement plan & more!

A top-tier California law firm is seeking an experienced professional liability defense attorney (senior associate or junior partner-level) for their Concord office (currently remote due to COVID-19). The ideal candidate will bring 4-5 years of experience in litigation of professional liability and can hit the ground running, with experience defending civil litigation matters, handling depositions and motion work, and focusing on professional liability and insurance coverage law. A portable book of business is desirable. Independently manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end, communicating with clients and providing timely reporting. Regularly handle court appearances and depositions and work closely with other attorneys and partners on matters.

What The Firm Offers

Base up to $150K + lucrative bonus opportunities including a significant % of the net revenue
generated on a portable book.
Billable hour and marketing bonus programs.
Fast track opportunity for growth and advancement within the firm.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
Bar expenses paid by the firm.
401(k) Plan.
Firm provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
Regular, firmwide socials and events.

A boutique law firm based in Oakland seeks two Paralegal/Project Coordinators to support multiple transactions simultaneously in the firm’s core affordable housing practice area reporting to partners and interacting with associate attorneys, project coordinators and administrative staff.  The firm maintains a fun and exciting practice and seeks employees who bring intelligence, curiosity, enthusiasm and a commitment to high standards of performance and client services.  *Currently, the offices remain closed due to Covid-19, and all personnel is working remotely.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare routine or complex legal documents for review by attorneys.
• Review, organizes and summarizes reports, including medical records, and other case materials.
• Draft pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, interrogatories/answers, notices of examination under oath, and other legal documents.
• Participate in special administrative and legal research projects as requested.
• Assist in deposition preparation, pre-trial investigations, trial preparation, including assistance with preparation of witnesses for deposition and/or trial.
• Prepare depositions, legal memos, and trial binders.
• Prepare exhibits and other demonstrative evidence for use at trial.
• Draft settlement agreements.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include conflicts checks and opening new matters, reviewing documents and correspondence; drafting and proofreading pleadings, preparing exhibits for filing, downloading and saving court filings, scheduling and preparing hearings, conferences, and mediations; preparing, finalizing, and submitting court filings; client communication; billing time entry for attorneys; reviewing attorney prebills, calendaring, docketing and file management (electronic and paper), tracking client budgets, preparing pleading templates with Styles and additional general administrative assistant and office responsibilities. Must have experience and be comfortable filing in different states and jurisdictions, including federal courts.

A top-ranked California law firm is seeking an experienced litigation defense attorney (senior associate or junior partner-level) for their San Jose office (currently remote due to COVID-19). The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of experience in litigation and can hit the ground running, with experience defending civil litigation matters, handling depositions, and motion work. A portable book of business is desirable. Independently manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end, communicating with clients and providing timely reporting. Regularly handle court appearances and depositions and work closely with other attorneys and partners on matters.

What the Firm Offers
• Competitive base salary, and a percentage of the fees collected from clients plus % of fees from other attorneys in the office
• Fast track opportunity for growth and advancement within the firm
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Bar expenses paid by the firm
• 401(k) Plan
• Company provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
• Regular, firmwide socials and events

Representing clients both private and those through third-party administrators and insurance companies, large and small businesses, and individuals, this firm specializes in all civil litigation matters, insurance coverage, complex litigation, construction defect, premises liability, products liability, professional liability, commercial transactions, and numerous other areas. The attorneys have diverse experiences and backgrounds both inside and outside of the legal profession.

• Entity and subsidiary management — Manage organizational and governance documents, including formation documents, board minutes, and Secretary of State and other company corporate filings.
• Coordinate corporate documentation and execution of corporate legal documents; maintain corporate document files.
• Schedule board meetings and prepare and distribute board materials.
• Assist with public company reporting, including
  • Assist with SEC filings, including Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K
  • Manage Section 16 reporting and filing Schedules 13D and 13G.
  • Support annual meeting including managing timeline and supporting drafting of the annual proxy statement.
  • Manage compliance with NYSE reporting requirements.
• Negotiate confidentiality and other commercial agreements and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Manage issuance of RSUs.
• Assist with general litigation preparation and discovery including:
  • Prepare responses to discovery requests and subpoenas.
  • Review documents for responsiveness and discoverability.
  • Identify custodians, documents and data and collection of documents and data.
  • Manage litigation holds and document and data preservation.
  • Manage insurance claims.
  • Maintain litigation files and status tracker.
• Support various corporate transactions, including compliance with due diligence requests.
• Support compliance with regulatory investigations.
• Other administrative duties and ad-hoc projects as needed.

With the direction and consultation of the Firm’s General Counsel’s office and Professional Responsibility Committee:

Hours for the position are 10AM – 6:30PM PT