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Personal Injury Paralegal

2009-11-11T19:14:56-08:00

If you are experienced, analytical, well organized and have a genuine desire and interest to work in personal injury field
please forward your resume.
Excellent team, competitive compensation

Experienced Discovery Practitioner (financial district)

2009-11-11T18:40:39-08:00

Sher Leff LLP, a nationally recognized, San Francisco-based plaintiffs� environmental firm is seeking experienced discovery practitioners with the following qualifications:

� 10+ years complex civil litigation experience
� Extensive experience taking and defending depositions and preparing witnesses
� Extensive experience writing, arguing and defending discovery motions
� Highly organized
� Ability to manage small teams of associates, paralegals and document reviewers
� Ability to be aggressive when appropriate
� Ability to travel and spend time away from San Francisco a necessity
� Experience with expert discovery a plus

Sher Leff specializes in groundwater contamination litigation on behalf of water agencies. Clients include City of New York, States of New Hampshire and New Mexico and numerous California cities. Over $500 million recovered since opening doors in 2003. Contingency practice. Casual atmosphere.

Please send cover letter, resume and list of references on or before November 25, 2009 to cleanwater@sherleff.com.

Sher Leff is an environmental law firm dedicated exclusively to representing public water suppliers and other public agencies in cases involving contamination of ground water and drinking water supplies by toxic chemicals.

CLERICAL ASSISTANT FOR DISABILITY LAW OFFICE (san jose north)

2009-11-11T16:49:00-08:00

This busy Social Security Disability Law Office is seeking a full-time, bilingual (Spanish/English) clerical support person. The qualified individual will provide support to a case manager. Duties will include organizing and submitting medical records, communicating with doctors offices and hospitals, following-up on medical records requests, copying, faxing, making and confirming appointments, creating basic letters from templates, provide support to the attorney and perform all other necessary tasks as requested.

The qualified individual must possess excellent interpersonal skills such as compassion and patience to allow working with the disabled population. The candidate must be cheerful, efficient, able to work under pressure in an intense law practice, a team player and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

1. Bilingual English/Spanish
2. Prior law office experience a must.
3. Excellent written language skills.
4. Accuracy while working at a fast pace is required for all duties.
5. Excellent organizational skills.
6. Typing speed of 65 wpm or greater.
7. Ability to follow detailed instructions.

Do not fax or call the office.
No recruiters.
Salary commensurate with experience.

Attorney (danville / san ramon)

2009-11-11T16:13:47-08:00

Small Plaintiff Employment Law Firm representing employees only in employment law matters is seeking candidates for an available Attorney position. All levels of experience welcome to apply. For more information about the firm, please see Cooper & Mora's web site at www.cooperlawoffice.com. Please send resume to Beth Mora.

Paralegal (financial district)

2009-11-11T15:48:31-08:00

Small workers' compensation/longshore defense firm seeking additional paralegal assistant. Permanent full time position. Must have current California paralegal certification. Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience. Excellent benefits including medical/dental, 401K with profit sharing, generous holiday schedule, combined sick/vacation. Nice office space in a safe and beautiful location.

Immediate opening for Paralegal/Legal Assistant (burlingame)

2009-11-11T15:16:04-08:00

Prime Pacific Global Management Corporation is a management company located in Burlingame, CA with branch operations in Hong Kong and Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Our company operates in diversified industries which include management consulting, real estate development and investment, immigration consulting, wine export, and travel agency/leisure tour business. We are looking for a responsible and resource individual who can assume the job duties of a paralegal/legal assistant for our group of companies.

Job Responsibilities:

� Drafting of business related legal contracts for outside counsel�s review
� Coordinate and work with outside legal counsel on all company�s legal work as needed
� Conduct legal research;
� Maintain and organize filing system;
� Review all documents sent to and from the legal department;
� Type, revise and proof documents in a professional format;
� Maintain calendar and schedule of legal appointments;
� Prepare payment batches and preparation of legal department�s budget

Requirements:

� Ability to run the legal department under the corporate setting as one-man-band
� Ability to handle legal documents or similar documents of a sensitive nature;
� Ability to perform clerical duties such as filing, faxing, scanning, copying, scheduling, pursuant to company administrative procedures;
� Strong organizational as well as filing and record keeping skills
� Ability to multi-task;
� Great at taking initiative;
� Good PC skills;
� Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
� 2 year paralegal/legal assistant experience;
� Must be detail oriented;
� Fluency in the English language and writing;
� Minimum 4 year college degree in the Legal field
� Proficiency in both verbal and written Chinese a �must�
� Occasional traveling on business to the Asian regions

Preferred:

� Experience or knowledge of business insurance matters a plus.

Associate -1st-3rd year - EE, Physics, or ME degree -top National Firm (San Francisco)

2009-11-11T14:42:05-08:00

Top ranked national law firm with offices in San Francisco seeks an associate attorney with 1-3 years of experience for their Electronics & Software group.

The ideal candidate will have an Electrical Engineering Degree, Physics, or Mechanical Engineering Degree.

Several years of industry experience is also preferred.

Top salary & benefit package.

Please email a resume, cover letter and transcript if possible.

Legal Secretary (SOMA / south beach)

2009-11-11T14:20:49-08:00

Litigation Legal Secretary Needed for Litigation Firm

We are looking for a legal secretary to become part of a dynamic, small-sized firm located on Spear Street in San Francisco. Our West Coast office is connected to an excellent East Coast based firm and we continue to expand. The office environment is full of positive, highly skilled and welcoming professionals.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outgoing team player and be capable of working well independently. Also, an ability to properly follow instructions, along with excellent oral and written communication skills is highly desirable. Candidates with BS/BA degrees preferred. Proficiency in macros and Microsoft Office programs is required as well as pleading and court filing experience and typing proficiency of 65 wpm. 1-2 years of litigation experience preferred.

Competitive salary, benefits, 401k plan. Please email resume and cover letter to: Careers@cmjlaw.com. Please reference "SF Secretary" in the subject line. No telephone calls, please.

Senior Patent Paralegal (san jose downtown)

2009-11-11T11:33:39-08:00

Senior Patent Paralegal

File patent applications, responses to office actions, and other correspondence before the U.S. Patent Office

Manage international patent filings and correspondence with international associates

Peer review and proof junior paralegal work product

Assist attorneys and agents with general tasks as needed

Trademark experience a plus, but not required

Other tasks as needs arise

Office Administrator/Computer Technology Manager (financial district)

2009-11-11T11:28:24-08:00

A congenial small San Francisco (central Financial District) litigation law firm, seeks an Office Administrator/Computer Technology Manager to manage the administrative functions of the Firm.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Technology
The Firm has a sophisticated computer system and the candidate must be very computer savvy with law firm software such as Worldox, HotDocs, Summation, Live Notes, PracticeMaster, Lexis Nexis and Westlaw on line research software as well as the Microsoft Office products and Citrix.

The Computer Technology Manager oversees all technology and equipment issues, including: purchase of new equipment and software; recommendations re upgrades or changes; installation of software programs; equipment inventory; daily maintenance of and handling of problems with software, the network, the telephone system and general office equipment.

Finance and Accounting
The Office Administrator�s function involves all daily accounting functions, such as: payroll; client billing, input and payment of vendor invoices; bank deposits; and daily, weekly and monthly reporting to the partners.

Administrative Staff
The Office Administrator is responsible for all administrative staff human resources duties, including: recruit, orientate, train, hire, counsel, discipline and terminate all staff members, with approval of managing partner; investigate complaints; conduct conflict resolution; make recommendations to partnership re policies and procedures and write and implement same.
Benefits
The Office Administrator administers the benefit plans and participates in yearly review and renewal of the Firm benefit plans.

Office Administration
The Office Administrator oversees the day-to-day operation of the Firm and assists the partners with such tasks as: coordinating firm functions, interacting with the subtenants; and overseeing travel arrangements.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Five years experience in computer, financial or office administration in a litigation law firm
Negotiation skills
Ability to multi-task
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, both with staff and clients
College graduate preferred

Licensing Attorney (Contract) (Silicon Valley)

2009-11-11T10:35:54-08:00

Prestigious Silicon Valley company seeks a contract Licensing Attorney for a month-long project. Must have recent in-house experience and a current California Bar License. On point experience with inbound & outbound contracts is a must.

Your resume will not be submitted to the client company without your express approval.

Parttime Bookkeeper, Office Assistant, Legal Assistant (Union Square, San Francisco)

2009-11-11T10:04:00-08:00

Small Union Square area law firm in San Francisco seeks a part-time bookkeeper / office assistant / paralegal assistant for its growing practice, which primarily focuses on plaintiff�s employment, civil rights, and Prop 215 related corporate work.

Duties may include:

- inputting financial data into Quickbooks and preparing reports
- assistance with cost tracking
- scanning and photocopying documents
- answering phones
- processing incoming and outgoing mail
- organizing and maintaining filing
- welcoming visitors to our office
- maintaining supplies
- light office cleaning and organizing
- occasional errands in the neighborhood

The qualified candidate will:

- be very skilled at using Quickbooks and willing to talk about and *demonstrate* the extent of his/her Quickbooks prowess at an interview
- have at least 1-2 years of general office experience
- have �intermediate level� (4-6 years) experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel) and other computer technologies (scanning programs, Windows)
- be able to carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds
- be comfortable sitting and using a computer for extended periods
- be reliable, professional and energetic
- be flexible, amiable and able to 'roll with the punches'
- take initiative, learn quickly and work independently
- have great communication skills, and forbearance when working with those who don't
- be able to multitask and meet deadlines
- have patience, a strong work ethic and a good sense of humor
- have the legal right to work in the United States

The hours for this position are 12 pm � 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

We offer a relaxed and fun but professional working environment and a friendly, reasonable team of coworkers.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We look forward to hearing from you! For consideration, please e-mail all of the following to jobs@kuminsommers.com:
- cover letter with salary requirements and why a part-time position is right for you.
- resume
- references

5 years + Experience Complex Litigation IP Paralegal (san mateo)

2009-11-11T09:51:22-08:00

Temporary litigation paralegal position open in prestigious peninsula law firm, length of project: approximately 3 months.

OVER 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE in litigation, interest and experience in complex litigation, IP.

Must have strong organizational skills, strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail.

Specific capabilities required: MS Word, Carpe Diem, Adobe Pro, Windows 2007

Degrees required: Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate from ABA accredited institution.
Undergrad technical degree a plus.

Compensation: $25/hour

Paralegal - Insurance Defense (south san francisco)

2009-11-11T09:05:22-08:00

Ten attorney, A-V rated insurance defense firm seeks a full time litigation paralegal with a minimum 3-5 years INSURANCE DEFENSE LITIGATION experience. Candidates should be detail oriented, highly organized and able to work well under pressure. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision is a must. Candidates must have experience in preparation and service of subpoenas, pleadings and discovery; setting up and scheduling depositions; and experience in preparing a case for trial. Candidates should be familiar with State and Federal Court procedures. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required. An ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate is desired.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Cholakian and Associates
400 Oyster Point Blvd., Suite 415
South San Francisco, CA 94080
www.cholakianlaw.com

Records Clerk (financial district)

2009-11-11T07:48:29-08:00

We are currently seeking an articulate, well organized individual to join our legal records team in San Francisco. This individual must demonstrate strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and independent project management skills.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Ability to operate independently within an established law firm.
* Investigate and process user requests as well as facilitate solutions.
* Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have: administrative writing skills, experience with on-site and off-site file storage, ability to lift at least 40 lbs, commitment to maintain client confidentiality, communicate effectively, excel in follow-up skills, PC proficiency, maintain client relationships, ability to take initiative, and excel in customer service.

Candidates should have experience within a law firm environment, have familiarity with a legal database (LegalKey, FileSurf, etc.), and have previous exposure to pleadings and various legal documents.

Please forward your resume and salary requirements for immediate consideration.

To help you succeed we provide a competitive benefits package including: 401(k), vacation, medical, dental, life and disability insurance.

All candidates must pass pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Merrill Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

(SF) Asbestos Paralegal (financial district)

2009-11-11T03:52:03-08:00

Civil litigation firm seeks a paralegal with a minimum of 3 years experience to draft and respond to discovery and motions, coordinate depositions, assist with trial preparation, and perform other case management duties. The qualified candidate possesses excellent computer skills and a proven ability to write. Experience with San Francisco Superior Court procedure required. Asbestos litigation experience required. Submit resume for consideration.

LITIGATION PARALEGALS WANTED! (3-5 years experience) (San Jose)

2009-11-10T23:19:23-08:00

Seeking paralegals with 3-5 years + experience in litigation!!

Highly competent, attention to detail and commitment to excellent work product a must.

Opportunities available for paralegals with either of two skill sets:

(1) IP Litigation, State and Federal Court experience. Foreign language fluency a plus. Concordance and other document review software a plus.

-or-

(2) California civil litigation and workers' comp.

The positions available are in the south bay area (San Jose) and pay $22-25 depending on experience.
**These positions are temporary with the possibility of permanent placement**

If interested and qualified, please send your resume to brigid.connolly@roberthalflegal.com.

Patent Attorney (Northern California)

2009-11-10T21:23:46-08:00

We have the privelege of conducting a rare search for a well-established full service intellectual property law firm based in California, with operations virtually all over the world. The firm's expansion has opened a new opportunity, one that creates a parallel opportunity for the right person.

As a way of background, the firm handles all aspects of patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition, registrations, maintenance of patent rights, enforcement, alternative dispute resolution and other related cases. This mid-sized team has the combined legal and scientific expertise to handle intellectual property and related busines matters while providing a practical, business-focused approach to IP law. Our client has a first-class reputation in the IP law arena as well as a congenial team of professionals who truly enjoy what they do, and a commitment to living balanced lives that include family and community.

Here is what they are looking for:

* 8-10 years experience in patent law
* A dynamic and personable style
* Ability to inspire confidence in clients and deliver exceptional results
* Proven mentoring skills or a desire to mentor others
* Strong strategy, case management and intake experience
* Business development success and exposure to international business
* Expertise in a wide range of technologies, opinion letters, due diligence reports, trademark registration and opposition practice
* A passion for IP law
* High level writing skills, appeal preparation experience, etc.
* Thorough knowledge of US Patent/Trademark regulations and procedures (certified)
* License to practice law in California
* Experience within client specialty areas preferred: consumer electronics, agriculture, computer science, telecom, network systems, semi-conductor, avionics, aerospace
(EE a plus)

This is a rare opportunity to join a successful team of professionals as their work expands deeper into international markets. The payoff is a supportive and knowledgeable team of legal professionals, an unmatched work-life balance in the legal profession and a strong compensation package.

About Jibe and How to Apply:

We have been placing people within professional services firms for more than 25 years. Our placement approach is unique. We listen and we are patient. We understand careers, families, relationships and how this all has to work together to facilitate individual change. Our client and candidate relationships are long-lasting.

All responses are kept in strict confidence until you tell us otherwise. We would never share your name or any information you provide to us without your written permission.

Please address inquiries and resumes/CV's to: info@letsjibe.com

Visit our website: www.letsjibe.com

Experienced IP Litigator Needed ASAP (financial district)

2009-11-10T20:19:36-08:00

San Francisco full service law firm is seeking to hire a FULL TIME experienced litigator IMMEDIATELY. This position will require a superior understanding of intellectual property litigation, including knowledge of patent infringement and unfair competition. Litigation experience must include trial preparation (i.e. including motions, discovery and trial preparation) and actual trial experience.

A minimum of 8 years experience is needed to qualify for this position. Excellent writing, analysis, and the ability to argue effectively are essential. Candidate must be currently active and in good standing with the California State Bar.

Please submit your (1) cover letter, (2) r�sum�, (3) writing sample and (4) salary requirements in PDF or WORD format to the email address listed above. Any and all information you provide to us will be kept confidential.

Administrative/Legal Secretary (financial district)

2009-11-10T20:02:15-08:00

Sher Leff LLP is a small but busy environmental law firm that specializes in suing polluters of groundwater. We have an immediate need for an Administrative/Legal Secretary to work directly with the entire staff of partners, attorneys, and paralegals.

This is a multi-faceted position, which supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing predominately administrative with some secretarial assistance. This position performs specialized administrative and clerical tasks with regard to litigation matters, and works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. The assignment will be flexible over time as staffing and dynamics of the office change. This is a great opportunity for someone with good administrative skills who is interested in learning about litigation, or someone with 1-3 years of legal secretarial experience who is interested in learning more about environmental law.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Coordinates Travel: Makes frequent travel arrangements for staff, using a variety of cost saving online resources, such as Travelocity, and Orbitz. Prepares itineraries and travel expense reports.

Administrative Support: Including, but not be limited to the following: travel arrangements, document preparation (see below), maintaining schedules and appointments of attorneys; assistance in maintaining firm calendaring systems. Receives and screens phone calls and takes messages as required. Receives and directs clients and visitors. Schedules meetings and arranges for conference rooms and meals. Schedules conference calls. Prepares expense reimbursement and disbursement requests. Coordinates client billing and collection matters with the accounting staff. Maintains and updates contact names and addresses in the firm�s contact database. Communicates effectively with clients and with others in the firm. Anticipates the business needs of the assigned attorneys and paralegal(s); plans ahead and meets deadlines.

Prepares Documents: Using the firm�s standard word processing and document management software, keyboards and prepares correspondence and memoranda as well as legal documents according to the requirements set by the firm. This includes finalizing litigation documents including briefs, discovery, and correspondence and service, both hard copy and electronic as required. Proofreads documents and checks for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar. Prepares revisions and redlines documents as directed.

Maintains Calendar: Maintains and updates the calendars for assigned attorneys, including meetings, appointments, litigation due dates, and other client-related activities using Outlook. Coordinates specific dates with the firm-wide docket calendar using Vision/Compulaw software.

Maintains Files: Works with office support staff to create and maintain client files and indexes using Worldox. Performs routine filing and retrieves files as needed.

Cooperates with Team Efforts: Demonstrates the effective teamwork that is required in a small, busy, litigation law firm. Works collaboratively and provides assistance to other staff as time permits. Provides the firm�s clients with the most effective and efficient support by working cooperatively with others in the firm.

Other: Performs other related secretarial and administrative duties as assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
� Accurate typing at a net speed of at least 65 words per minute.
� Strong proficiency in the use of the MS Office Suite software (Word, Outlook, and Excel); and willingness to expand understanding of WORD to include legal applications. Knowledge and experience with Office 2007 a plus.
� Demonstrated ability to learn new software and e-filing procedures for a variety of courts easily and quickly.
� Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; demonstrated understanding of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation; proofreading experience necessary.
� Ability to work effectively within a team environment; able to work independently. Ability to adapt easily to shifting priorities and job requirements; demonstrated ability to manage priorities effectively.
� Strong time management skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.
� Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
� Demonstrated knowledge or experience of the following preferred but not required: legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes relating to litigation matters. Knowledge of Federal, Multidistrict, California litigation practices and other state court rules; Proficient in the use of Adobe Acrobat and the use of scanning equipment and pdf�s. Experience with Vision/Compulaw; .
� Desire to learn and gain experience within a litigation setting a must; interest in environmental law a plus.
�
Education: High school diploma or GED required; some college or business/vocational school desirable. BA/BS degree a plus

Experience: Experience as an Administrative Assistant/Litigation Legal Secretary or in multi-faceted role is preferred; environmental law experience a plus. At least 1 years of general office, administrative experience is required.

Sher Leff is conveniently located one block South of Market, close to all major public transportation. We offer a congenial work environment and benefits, including medical, dental and vision. For more information about the firm and our work, please visit our website at www.sherleff.com.

Please email a resume with cover letter, including salary requirements. Attachments should be in WORD or PDF format only. We apologize, but due to volume, we will only respond to those applicants we wish to interview. Principals only, no phone calls, please. Sher Leff LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Awesome Communicator Wanted (downtown / civic / van ness)

2009-11-10T16:24:31-08:00

Awesome part-time trusts & estates administrator to support partner in downtown San Francisco law firm. Work on a part-time contract basis on-site. Hours are flexible and vary with work flow. Here�s who we want you to be:

* a perfect grammarian. You can write persuasive business letters in your sleep and copy edit in a dust storm
* taking initiative as if you were born into it
* relish a challenging fast-paced work place
* value working in a fun environment with people you like
* awesome, creative, funny & reliable
* self-motivated to consistently produce results
* organized multi-tasker
* detail-oriented in the extreme
* committed to learning & development

You will be a critical trusted member of the team responsible for:

* writing highly effective client letters, legal documents and marketing communications
* consistently improving and updating legal documents and communications
* communicating openly and regularly with attorney & presenting ideas
* bill paying & reconciling in Quickbooks

Qualifications:

* 5+ years professional writing experience
* some law firm or other professional office experience
* basic knowledge of estate planning
* commanding expertise in English language usage and grammar

If you meet all of these qualifications AND have more to offer, please send your resume and cover letter. We are an equal opportunity employer and we mean it.

Document review: EE Degree Required (financial district)

2009-11-10T15:07:12-08:00

Black Letter Discovery is presently staffing a project that is scheduled to start on Monday of next week. The law firm client will conduct interviews this Friday.

This project is seeking licensed attorneys who have undergraduate degrees in Electrical Engineering. Semiconductor experience is preferred. The review will take place on site at the law firm. The review should last a few months.

Please note that we can presently only consider candidates with this background. If you do have not previously created an online profile with Black Letter Discovery, please create one at http://www.blackletterdiscovery.com/candidates/join_team.html

To be considered for this project, please send your resume to sf@blackletterdiscovery.com and provide your salary requirements.

Black Letter Discovery is an EOE. No Phone Calls please.

Customer Service rep needed (san bruno)

2009-11-10T15:06:08-08:00

We are looking for someone with experience working for an attorney support service. You must know process serving and court filing rules. Please note.

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICE INDUSTRY PLEASE DO NOT SEND A RSUME. WE ARE NOT TRAINING ANYONE.

The position will be including but not limited to :

Answering phones
Data entry
Billing
Preparing proofs of service and setting up court filings
emailing
Scanning
Dispatching to vendors througout the state
Filing
Field work as needed (serve papers or file a job at the court house)

Send resume with salary history to us. Email only. Position is full time but we would consider part time as well. Paid medical, dental, vacation time for full timer after 3 complete months of service

Paralegal (San Francisco)

2009-11-10T15:03:50-08:00

Paralegal student or graduate, part-time law school student, 35 hours per week, Word fluent, Internet searching, completing form pleadings, telephone, filing, outer Financial District-BART/Muni easy.

Attorney Position (downtown / civic / van ness)

2009-11-10T14:42:22-08:00

Manning & Marder, Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, LLP is seeking a 3+ year associate for its San Francisco office, Construction Defect defense department. Case handling, deposition and trial experience are a plus. Please send resumes either to trg@mmker.com or mail to Hiring Partner, Manning & Marder, Kass Ellrod, Ramirez, LLP, One California Street, Suite 1100, San Francisco, CA 94111

Top Business Litigation Attorney Needed! (Peninsula)

2009-11-10T13:37:27-08:00

Are you a top-notch legal researcher and writer who received a J.D. from a top-tier school?

Our client, a growing business litigation boutique, located on the Peninsula and specializing in general and complex commercial litigation, copyright and trademark, employment, class action, trade secret and First Amendment Law, is seeking a top-notch litigation attorney who has 2 to 7 years' experience!

Responsibilites will include, but are not limited to:
* Legal research and writing, including memos and briefs as well as correspondence to opposing counsel;
* Review and summarize pleadings and discovery documents; and
* Prepare discovery requests and responses to same.

This is a potential temp-to-perm opportunity!

California Bar licensure is required!

If you meet the above criteria for this immediate opportunity, please e-mail both a writing sample and your resume, as a word attachment, to: Yasmeen.Shihabi@Hudson.com

With over twenty years of specialized experience, Hudson Legal delivers a comprehensive portfolio of services to private practice, corporate and non-profit entities. We place accomplished attorneys as well as paralegals and legal support professionals into project and direct hire positions. We have the contacts, expertise and track record to place candidates with leading employers around the world. As the world's largest legal recruiting firm, we provide significant insight into the market for legal employment.

Hudson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We participate in the E-Verify program as allowed under federal and state law and in accordance with our executed Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Homeland Security.

Temporary Clerical Assistant (SOMA / south beach)

2009-11-10T13:17:00-08:00

JOB TITLE: HCRC CLERICAL ASSISTANT (Special Consultant) � TEMPORARY
JOB REQUISITION: 1234
SALARY: $15 PER HOUR

OVERVIEW
The Habeas Corpus Resource Center (HCRC) in San Francisco is recruiting for full- or 3/4-time temporary Clerical Assistant (Special Consultant). This temporary appointment will not last past June 30, 2010. Vacation and sick leave allowance, state holidays, and public transportation transit subsidy are paid. No other benefits are associated with this position except those required by law. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The HCRC is a judicial branch agency established to provide direct legal representation to death row inmates in post-conviction proceedings in state and federal courts.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under supervision of legal staff (attorneys, paralegals, librarian, administration, etc.), the clerical assistant will furnish support to case team members working on habeas corpus petitions. Tasks include:

� Preparing documents for scanning and, in some cases, scanning the documents;
� Filing documents after scanning;
� Organizing and indexing documents;
� Assisting in the location and retrieval of factual materials and records from a variety of sources;
� Preparing labels and files;
� Coding documents for the Introspect and CaseMap databases;
� Telephone relief at reception;
� Special projects as assigned; and
� Miscellaneous clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS
� Education equivalent to an AA/AS degree;
� Experience in the operation of personal computers and the use of Microsoft Word and Excel;
� Detail oriented and accurate;
� Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple work activities to meet deadlines;
� Ability to work harmoniously with several different case teams;
� Understand and follow oral and written directions;
� Communicate effectively orally and in writing; and
� Knowledge of correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit http://www.hcrc.ca.gov for the official application and copy of the job description followed by the supplemental questions. Please read the FAQs about the application procees.

This position requires submission of an official application and response to the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes without these materials will not be considered. Earliest consideration for applications received will be November 18, 2009.

Email your application materials to: JobApplications@hcrc.ca.gov
Please put the Job Req # (only) in the subject line

We cannot accept hand-delivered applications � please email to JobApplications@hcrc.ca.gov.

Refer to Req #1234 in all communications, including your application. Previous applicants must reapply for further consideration. This position is opened until filled.

Every application is reviewed in its entirety. Candidates whose qualifications best meet the needs of HCRC will be contacted to participate in the interview process. Due to the volume of applications received, we request that applicants do not contact HCRC regarding hiring status and from in-person delivery of applications.

Please Note: If you are selected for hire, the Administrative Office of the Courts will require verification of employment eligibility or authorization to legally work in the United States.

THE HABEAS CORPUS RESOURCE CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Contract Attorneys with EE Background (San Francisco)

2009-11-10T13:03:15-08:00

Large law firm in San Francisco seeking a team of attorneys to assist with a semiconductor document review project.

Candidates must be California licensed and have worked in the semiconductor field � solid technical experience required. EE degrees preferred.

Please send resumes for immediate consideration.

Contract Administrators Needed Immediately for Top Company! (Peninsula)

2009-11-10T12:21:11-08:00

Our prestigious client, located on the Peninsula, is seeking multiple Contract Administrators for long-term, contractual opportunities.

Responsibilities include: generating, processing and negotiating a variety of company contracts for various client groups, including fee service agreements, confidentiality agreements, vendor agreements and consulting agreements.

Requirements/Preferences include:
a) 2 - 4 years' relevant experience in high-volume contract drafting and negotiation experience;
b) Bachelor's degree (preferred, but not required); and
c) Experience in construction, facilities and/or engineering contract formation is highly desirable!

If you meet the above criteria for this immediate opportunity, please e-mail your resume, as a word attachment, to: Yasmeen.Shihabi@Hudson.com

With over twenty years of specialized experience, Hudson Legal delivers a comprehensive portfolio of services to private practice, corporate and non-profit entities. We place accomplished attorneys as well as paralegals and legal support professionals into project and direct hire positions. We have the contacts, expertise and track record to place candidates with leading employers around the world. As the world's largest legal recruiting firm, we provide significant insight into the market for legal employment.

Hudson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We participate in the E-Verify program as allowed under federal and state law and in accordance with our executed Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Homeland Security.

Real Estate and Collections Attorney Needed (pacifica)

2009-11-10T12:02:21-08:00

Medium size real estate brokerage needs the services of an attorney for collections and title issues.

Work is on a contract basis only.

If you're interested email sfme.cpp@gmail.com

Emails sent to the attached email account will not be responded to.

Legal Secretary (san jose downtown)

2009-11-10T10:58:41-08:00

Legal Advocates for Children & Youth (LACY) is a program of the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley (Law Foundation) that provides pro bono legal and related social services to minors in Santa Clara County.

LACY provides free legal and related social services to the youth of Santa Clara County primarily through its in-house projects. LACY�s Clearinghouse and Referral Services provides referrals to legal and social service providers; Juvenile Dependency Project provides legal representation to children and youth in abuse and neglect proceedings; Education Empowerment Project assists students in enrollment, school discipline, and special education matters; Emancipation Project helps youth evaluate the impact of emancipation and guides them through the court process; Clinical programs provide confidential advice and advocacy in several settings, including Andrew Hill High School and Valley Medical Center; Guardianship Project helps families formalize a child�s living arrangements when a parent is unable to provide a safe and stable home; Homeless Youth Project, helps homeless and runaway youth with various noncriminal legal issues; Safe Families Project provides education, information, legal advice, advocacy, and representation for pregnant and parenting teens in the areas of paternity, child custody and support, visitation, adoption, benefits, and domestic violence; and our Transitional Foster Youth Project assists young people exiting the foster care system and kinship care in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Legal Secretary will provide clerical and administrative support to a team of attorneys and social workers in LACY�s juvenile dependency unit. Secretaries will be responsible for data entry, drafting letters and legal forms, contacting clients, coordinating schedules and court calendars, performing conflict checks, and maintaining client files. The Legal Secretary will also implement office policies as directed by the Office Manager/ Contracts Coordinator.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

� Preparing legal documents such as pleadings, declarations, and correspondence for review, approval and use by LACY attorneys
� Assist in trial preparation
� Maintaining case law and resource binders to assist clients and attorneys
� Assisting clients to locate relevant resources
� Filing documents in court
� Regular maintenance of case files
� Translation assistance, as needed and qualified
� Preparing demographic data and other reports
� General support of multiple attorneys and backing up intake specialist

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

� Minimum one year legal secretary experience preferred
� Understanding legal concepts and materials
� Handling of detail-oriented administrative tasks
� Interact professionally with office staff, court clerks, and other legal professionals
� Sensitivity to youth and families in crisis
� Function independently and as part of a team
� Ability to be flexible, multi-task and take direction from multiple sources
� Experience working with individuals from multi-ethnic communities
� Bi-lingual ability preferred, specifically Spanish or Vietnamese
� California Driver�s License preferred, good driving record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

� Frequent use of computer keyboard
� Use of office equipment, such as copier, printer, and fax

SALARY: Commensurate with Experience

TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and a list of three references as soon as possible to:

Chantal Kurpiewski
Legal Advocates for Children & Youth
152 North Third Street, 3rd Floor
San Jose, CA 95112
chantalk@lawfoundation.org

ADA Accessible Facility - Equal Opportunity Employer - Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to work in the United States. No new hire or rehire may begin work until documentation has been provided to establish employment eligibility and identification. All new and rehired employees must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 within three days of their first day of work. If you need an accommodation of a disability for the application process or to perform the duties of the job, please let us know.

Litigation Attorney (napa county)

2009-11-10T10:57:45-08:00

Successful Napa AV rated law firm seeks to immediately hire an associate for construction, real estate and general civil litigation. 2 years litigation experience preferred but will review all applicants. Competitive salary and benefits. Send confidential resume, sample of work and salary requirements to Murphy, Logan, Bardwell & Loomis, P.O. Box 5540, Napa, CA 94581-0540; by fax to (707) 257-6479; or via e-mail Llamas@mlbllaw.com.

Nationally-Renowned Immigration Firm Seeks Dedicated Paralegal (financial district)

2009-11-10T10:17:57-08:00

IMMIGRATION PARALEGAL

The Law Office of Robert B. Jobe is a nationally-recognized immigration law firm that focuses on asylum, family-based immigration, and deportation defense. We represent refugees from all over the world seeking safe-haven in the United States. Our twelve attorneys are supported by a staff of eight who work in a pleasant, dynamic, and fast-paced environment in downtown San Francisco. For information about our firm, please visit www.jobelaw.com.

We have an opening at this time for a full-time paralegal to join our firm. We are particularly interested in meeting candidates who have prior professional employment experience and are looking for a long-term position. In addition, the ideal candidate must:

* be fluent in Spanish and/or Portuguese;

* have a passionate commitment to immigrants' rights and social justice;

* have excellent research and writing skills;

* have strong academic credentials;

* have a keen attention to detail;

* have the ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple tasks; and

* have initiative, be a quick learner and a team player.

We offer competitive salaries, medical benefits, a 401(k) plan and other competitive benefits. To apply for the position, please forward a cover letter, your resume and a writing sample via email ONLY to jobelawhiring@gmail.com. Thank you.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Due to the high volume of candidates, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls.

The Law Office of Robert B. Jobe is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Paralegal (financial district)

2009-11-10T10:04:28-08:00

San Francisco law firm seeks a mid-level paralegal with business litigation experience, including use of document databases and managing large document productions. Paralegal Certificate preferred. For consideration please submit a resume and cover letter.

Northern Cal Criminal Attorney (Redding)

2009-11-10T09:54:28-08:00

Eric Alan Berg and Associates is looking for an experienced Criminal Attorney to join our firm. Please forward your resume to Eric Alan Berg and Associates at: fcovich@bergslaw.com or mail to Eric Alan Berg and Associates HR Dept, 1050 Esplanade, Chico CA 95926.

Firm details at:
www.bergslaw.com

Document Review Attorney - San Francisco (financial district)

2009-11-10T09:33:08-08:00

Premier Corporation seeks several admitted attorneys for a document review project in San Francisco. Must be admitted to CA BAR!

Must have prior document review experience in order to be considered!

The assignment is slated to run for about 3 weeks, competitive pay rate, working 40 hours a week. Project starts immediately but client may consider hiring on a rolling basis.

Please send your resume as an MS WORD document to mmcfarlane@strategiclegal.com and refer to "San Francisco Document Review -Immediate" in the subject line.

We will not submit your resume anywhere without first obtaining your express authorization.

Thank you.

Legal office assistant (healdsburg / windsor)

2009-11-10T09:10:18-08:00

We're a small law office currently seeking a part-time office assistant. 20 hours a week to start, could become more for the right person. Must have professional appearance, be detail oriented with computer/typing skills and professional and friendly phone skills combined with a willingness to learn. Please forward resume or a letter describing your applicable experience to cat@walterprincelaw.com or fax to 707.431.7887. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Deputy District Attorney I (santa rosa)

2009-11-10T08:01:09-08:00

Exciting Opportunity for Entry-Level Attorneys with the County of Sonoma DA�s Office!

$78,955.80 - $95,986.68/year

The County of Sonoma DA�s Office is now recruiting experienced or entry-level candidates to fill its vacancy for Deputy District Attorney I. The Deputy District Attorney I is expected to handle all phases of misdemeanor criminal trial practice, or appellate or civil practice. Applicants must have current active membership in the State Bar.

For more information and to apply online, visit County of Sonoma Website and click on �Job Opportunities�. Scroll down to see list of jobs. You may also call Human Resources at 707-565-2331. EOE

Publisher Seeks Freelance Editor with Law Degree (Telecommute)

2009-11-10T05:07:39-08:00

Successful business-to-business content company is looking for a freelance writer/editor with a law degree and experience with California employment law to perform certain tasks for publications relating to employment law and occupational health and safety.

Editor�s duties include:

* Assembly of two 4-page (2400-word) newsletters each month from pre-existing content; managing the production of same

* Managing the production of two 8-page (5000-word) newsletters each month and writing two short (approximately 300 words each) accompanying bulletins

* Managing the scheduling and production of 5 Special Reports, 1 Spotlight Report, and 2 Employer Guides throughout the year

* Selecting and submitting stories for appropriate editorial awards--once annually

* Maintaining current lists of editorial board members and coordinating holiday gifts--once annually

* Updating 5 �required notices� charts--once annually

Requirements:

* Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment

* Extremely strong verbal and written communication skills, including skill in editing and proofreading

* Ability to handle simultaneous projects effectively and hit all deadlines; exceptional organizational skills

* The ability to work remotely and be self-directed

Candidates *must* possess both a law degree and experience with California employment law. If you do not possess this credential, please do not apply; your application will not be considered.

Compensation is $15,000 annually, paid monthly in equal installments. This is a freelance telecommuting position; candidates need not live in California in order to be considered.

Candidates should submit a resume, a detailed cover letter, and two writing samples to jacad1109@yahoo.com.

About our company:

The Employer Resource Institute (www.employeradvice.com), a division of Business & Legal Resources, has won 12 editorial awards for instructional journalism since 1992, and we are a leader in our field. In 2009, we will produce over 300 telephone seminars and webinars in various markets, as well as multiple live events. We publish newsletters, subscription websites, reports and training tools that help companies comply with business laws and succeed through smart employment practices and employee relations. ERI is an equal opportunity employer.

Executive Assistant/Legal Secretary/Branch Office Manager (mill valley)

2009-11-09T17:25:51-08:00

Donahue Gallagher Woods a mid-size sophisticated business and intellectual property law practice is seeking a multi-talented, calm, cheerful, highly skilled person to serve as Executive Assistant to the Managing Partner, legal secretary, and office manager of the Mill Valley branch office of our 35 lawyer general business and intellectual property firm with offices in Oakland, Walnut Creek and Mill Valley. The successful candidate will have high level computer and organizational skills including Word and Excel with a minimum of 5 years of progressive responsibility in a law firm or in house legal department. Bachelor's Degree required.

Duties include day to day secretarial and logistical support of the firm's Managing Partner, direct interface with other partners and high profile clients, calendaring, hiring and supervision of staff, legal secretarial support to 2 additional semi-resident partners, one rotating partner and rotating associate attorneys and managing the general operations of the branch office. Notary preferred but will provide training and license support if necessary. This is a challenging position that requires grace under pressure, a ready smile and a genuine team orientation. Salary commensurate with experience. Industry standard benefits and some schedule flexibility. You will occupy a private office with a beautiful bay view.

For more information about our firm, please visit our website, www.donahue.com.

Legal Secretary (santa rosa)

2009-11-09T16:54:56-08:00

An established North Bay law firm is currently seeking a Legal Secretary for the Labor & Employment Practice Group in its Santa Rosa office. The qualified candidate will provide secretarial/administrative support for multiple attorneys with a focus on employment litigation and counseling. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, word processing, maintaining case files, processing new client intake forms and conflict checks, expense forms. time entry, answering phones and taking messages, scheduling appointments, arranging travel, monitoring incoming mail, faxes, and e-mails, filing, and other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of 5 years of legal secretarial experience in litigation, pleadings including TOCs and TOAs, discovery, document processing and proficiency in both state and federal e-filing and court procedures. The candidate must also demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines are required. Labor and employment law experience is desired, but not required.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please email your resume with salary requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, veteran status, religious creed, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability (including AIDS and cancer-related medical conditions) unrelated to the job to be performed, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or condition protected by law.

GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS ASSOCIATE (financial district)

2009-11-09T16:35:06-08:00

Our nationally prominent Government Contracts practice seeks an associate with 1-3 years of litigation or government contracts experience or an LLM in procurement law to join our San Francisco based practice. We seek an individual with proven experience counseling clients on federal and state procurement issues, as well as litigating contract disputes and bid protests. The ideal candidate will have superior academics, proven oral and written advocacy skills, and a commitment to public procurement law.

If you are interested in applying for the above-listed position, please send a resume and transcript to our Hiring Committee at careerinfo@rjo.com. No recruiting agencies or phone calls please.

Legal Executive Assistant (san jose downtown)

2009-11-09T16:31:27-08:00

Legal/Executive Assistant
San Jose, CA

Our busy law firm is looking for an energetic self motivator with a can-do attitude for a highly visible administrative position on our team.

Responsibilities:

� Support founding attorney
� Maintain productive workflow among professionals
� Work closely with attorneys on a variety of assignments and administrative tasks
� Interact with clients
� Schedule and coordinate all meetings/activities for the team
� Draft documents
� Update and manage client and referral source database
� Assist with client billing and accounts receivable

Requirements:

� College Degree from a four year university
� Strong MS Office knowledge and aptitude (MS Word, Excel, Quickbooks)
� Strong computer-based research skills
� Independent, hard working, well organized
� Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks and details
� Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
� Team oriented approach
� Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
� Active Notary Public commission, or willingness to obtain commission

Experience preferred, but will train and well compensate superior candidate. Please submit a cover letter with your resume and salary requirements.

LITIGATION ATTORNEY (financial district)

2009-11-09T16:20:36-08:00

Small, dynamic financial district law firm is currently seeking an associate with 1-3 years of experience in complex litigation. Experience with employment litigation or regulatory advice is desirable, but not required. Superior academic credentials with excellent research, writing, communication and analytical skills required.

If you are interested in applying for the above-listed position, please send a resume and transcript to our Hiring Committee at careerinfo@rjo.com. No recruiting agencies or phone calls please.

Patent Licensing Administrator (SOMA / south beach)

2009-11-09T16:18:57-08:00

Patent Licensing Administrator

Via Licensing Corporation is an independent subsidiary of Dolby Laboratories, a company with more than 35 years of experience licensing technology and administering licensing programs for third-party intellectual property owners.

Our expertise extends to intellectual property law, technology standardization, strategic business development, and program administration. Affiliated specialists in the fields of finance, antitrust law, and patent analysis complete the set of capabilities that make Via Licensing a premier service provider to companies and organizations seeking patent licensing administration services.

Summary Description

Job duties include providing administrative and logistical support to the Via Legal team. Primary responsibilities: Maintaining and taking ownership of Licensee and Licensor agreement database, providing patent licensing support by assisting with management of the essential patent database, providing administrative support to Via Legal team with respect to drafting letters and revising form documents as instructed, supporting Via Sales team in communicating with prospective Licensees with respect to Patent License Agreement inquiries, acquiring basic knowledge of Via�s legal documents to appropriately address Licensee questions and requests for information concerning agreements, monitoring License Agreement status in relation to internal Licensing Accounting database, overseeing and processing executed documents by Licensors and Licensees (including electronic and physical filing), fulfilling Via Legal Team�s needs for document production, and overseeing Patent License Agreement assignments and corporate changes.

Essential Job Functions

Support Patent Licensing Operations in patent evaluation process, intake of submissions to qualify for participation in pools in formation, and submissions from existing or prospective Licensors for established patent pools in operation. Communicate with patent holders and outside counsel serving as independent patent evaluators. Update multiple databases to reflect addition or removal of essential patents from relevant patent licensing programs. On an ongoing basis, ensure completeness and accuracy of Via's patent database which determines distribution of Licensor revenue.
Ensure that Via�s contract management system is updated with latest versions of agreement templates on behalf of Via Legal Team for the assembly of contracts. Become proficient in updating or creating templates for new patent licensing programs.
Manage Licensee and Licensor Agreements on behalf of Via Legal Team. Oversee agreement execution process, electronic repository of executed legal documents, and signature status of agreements to allow Via Sales Team, Program Directors, Legal, and other stakeholders to quickly find accurate information on the progress of licensing efforts.
Provide administrative support and assistance to Legal team members as needed. Examples include assisting with drafting letters and letter templates on behalf of Legal team, mailings, revising legal form documents as instructed, and producing materials for meetings. Establish and maintain filing system for legal department correspondence. Review incoming legal correspondence, determine required action, and distribute as appropriate.
Support patent database improvement projects by researching patent information through various methods such as Licensor and law firm communications, as well as public patent databases such as JAPIO, espacenet, KIPRIS, and the USPTO.
Generate custom Licensee and Licensor agreement status reports using contract management database as requested by Legal and Compliance team members.
Address Licensee and Licensor requests for updated essential patent lists, as well as Via team member requests for patent reports.
Manage documents and files generated in connection with complex IP litigation, as needed.
Develop understanding of Patent License Agreement content; communicate with potential and current Licensees regarding agreement content.
Under direction of Compliance department, process Patent License Agreement assignments, corporate changes, and terminations.
Work with Via IT to enhance, test, and maintain all database and document management applications as needed (e.g., ViaSecure, LicAcc, Megabase, Salesforce.com)

Other Responsibilities

Perform duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or any member of the Via Legal management team.
Perform tasks necessary to complete performance objectives.
Control costs.

Requirements

A bachelors degree (preferably with an emphasis in Legal Studies, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration) and/or IP Paralegal experience
At least five years direct experience working with contract administration and legal document management.
Must be able to work well with all the members of each Via department.
Critical attention to detail; must proofread all documents before distribution.
Ability and willingness to follow directions, accept priorities set by management, obtain clarification as needed and take full ownership of assigned tasks.
Good organizational skills and proactive work habits.
Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure.
Proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and experienced with database and/or document repository software.
Excellent cross cultural skills required

Pluses to have:

Patent docketing experience in a patent law firm or in-house patent department highly desired
Familiarity with foreign filing and international patents a plus
Experience in drafting sensitive business or legal correspondence preferred

For quick consideration
Click here to apply

Temporary Clerical Assistant (SOMA)

2009-11-09T16:01:42-08:00

JOB TITLE: HCRC CLERICAL ASSISTANT (Special Consultant) � TEMPORARY

JOB REQUISITION: 1234

SALARY: $15 PER HOUR

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires submission of an official application AND response to the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes without these materials will not be considered�

OVERVIEW

The Habeas Corpus Resource Center (HCRC) in San Francisco is recruiting for full- or 3/4-time temporary Clerical Assistant (Special Consultant). This temporary appointment will not last past June 30, 2010. Vacation and sick leave allowance, state holidays, and public transportation transit subsidy are paid. No other benefits are associated with this position except those required by law. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The HCRC is a judicial branch agency established to provide direct legal representation to death row inmates in post-conviction proceedings in state and federal courts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under supervision of legal staff (attorneys, paralegals, librarian, administration, etc.), the clerical assistant will furnish support to case team members working on habeas corpus petitions. Tasks include:

� Preparing documents for scanning and, in some cases, scanning the documents;

� Filing documents after scanning;

� Organizing and indexing documents;

� Assisting in the location and retrieval of factual materials and records from a variety of sources;

� Preparing labels and files;

� Coding documents for the Introspect and CaseMap databases;

� Telephone relief at reception;

� Special projects as assigned; and

� Miscellaneous clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

� Education equivalent to an AA/AS degree;

� Experience in the operation of personal computers and the use of Microsoft Word and Excel;

� Detail oriented and accurate;

� Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple work activities to meet deadlines;

� Ability to work harmoniously with several different case teams;

� Understand and follow oral and written directions;

� Communicate effectively orally and in writing; and

� Knowledge of correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit http://www.hcrc.ca.gov for the official application and copy of the job description followed by the supplemental questions. Please read the FAQs about the application procees.

This position requires submission of an official application and response to the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes without these materials will not be considered. Earliest consideration for applications received will be November 18, 2009.

Email your application materials to: JobApplications@hcrc.ca.gov

Please put the Job Req # (only) in the subject line

We cannot accept hand-delivered applications � please email to JobApplications@hcrc.ca.gov.

Refer to Req #1234 in all communications, including your application. Previous applicants must reapply for further consideration. This position is opened until filled.

Every application is reviewed in its entirety. Candidates whose qualifications best meet the needs of HCRC will be contacted to participate in the interview process. Due to the volume of applications received, we request that applicants do not contact HCRC regarding hiring status and from in-person delivery of applications.

Please Note: If you are selected for hire, the Administrative Office of the Courts will require verification of employment eligibility or authorization to legally work in the United States.

THE HABEAS CORPUS RESOURCE CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Receptionist for San Jose Law Firm (san jose north)

2009-11-09T15:42:19-08:00

San Jose law firm looking for
LEGAL RECEPTIONIST!

Responsibilities will include answering phones, managing mail, email, and faxes and assisting attorneys and other legal support staff. The right candidate for this position will have experience with reception in a law firm.

The position is full-time temporary with the possibility of being transferred to a permanent employee!

Pays up to $12/hour depending on experience.

Please respond via email ASAP if interested to brigid.connolly@roberthalflegal.com

Attorney (Mountain View)

2009-11-09T15:06:51-08:00

Small firm seeks Litigation Attorney with 4-7 years experience. Employment Law background is a plus.
Description:
Serves clients by presenting legal options; preparing and managing litigation cases; providing legal and work direction to legal assistants; Developing and maintaining client base with assistance from firm. Should have some type of existing client base and ability to draw in more clients.

Duties:
* Obtains and retains clients by following-up on referrals; assists in developing business for firm.

* Understanding case information; presenting legal options.

* Concludes cases by bringing cases to settlement or trial; planning, organizing, and presenting arguments and counter-arguments.

* Maintains rapport with clients by making regular contact with clients; satisfying client needs.

* Prepares cases for litigation by filing lawsuits; evaluating cases; completing discovery.

* Provides clients with legal advice by conducting and directing legal research; updating clients regarding case developments; explaining legal concepts to clients.

* Accomplishes work requirements by assigning cases, and providing legal guidance, to legal assistants; monitoring case progress.

* Meets cost standards by monitoring expenses; recommending cost-saving opportunities

* Updates professional knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

* Accomplishes law firm mission by completing related results as needed.

Skills/Qualifications:

***Litigation Skills:

Presentation Skills, Professionalism, Litigation, Resolving Conflict, Quick Study, Judgment, Self-Confidence, Thoroughness, Flexibility, Administrative Writing Skills.

***Employment or business law background a plus:

Knowledge and experience with Employment Law, Corporate Law, Anti-discrimination Laws, Conceptual Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Resolving Conflict, Negotiating, Perspective, Persistence, Administrative Writing Skills.

***Having own client base or partial client base is a plus

Experience Required 4 to 7 Years
Admitted to State Bar of California

Paralegal-Personal Injury, Construction Defect (SOMA / south beach)

2009-11-09T14:52:09-08:00

We are a small civil litigation and criminal law firm. We need an experienced paralegal for part-time work Monday through Friday. Our office is near Montgomery Street BART. In responding to this ad, please post PTPL in the subject line for your resume to be considered.

Must have experience with trial preparation, and discovery matters.

Paralegal/Legal Assistant -Immediate Opening (Southern Marin)

2009-11-09T14:43:52-08:00

Small Southern Marin law office seeks highly organized paralegal/legal assistant for immediate assistance in trial preparation with several upcoming trials, November through March. May lead to full time employment for right person.

Solid background in litigation and trial preparation. File organization; coordinating with experts and lay witnesses; preparation of trial exhibits and demonstrative aids.

Cases are varied and interesting. Relaxed, but professional environment. Sense of humor a must.

Respond via email.

Financial Restructuring Attorney (Contract) (fremont / union city / newark)

2009-11-09T14:27:47-08:00

Corporate client seeks In-House temporary attorney to assist financing, contracts, responding to government agencies around financial issues, restructuring, among other financial matters, in connection with the cessation of operations at automobile manufacturing facility in Fremont. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years� experience with restructuring outside of bankruptcy, however, candidates with bankruptcy related reorganizations experience will also be considered. Position is 40 hours per week through the end of March 2010. Please submit resume and cover letter.

File Clerk Position (financial district)

2009-11-09T14:14:03-08:00

Dynamic 6-attorney San Francisco business and litigation law firm seeks part-time file clerk (10-15 hours per week) to perform filing, opening and maintaining legal files, miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering multi-line phone system and other various projects as needed. Prior legal file clerk experience a plus but not required. Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel required. Good organizational skills and promptness a must.

Please e-mail resume to the address provided.

Mental Health Patients' Rights Advocate (Alameda County)

2009-11-09T13:54:27-08:00

Patients' Rights Advocate position available in Alameda County to advocate for the rights of mental health consumers while they are receiving treatment in mental health facilities/programs in the county of Alameda.

The Patients' Rights Advocacy/Patient Representation program deploys staff members to monitor psychiatric facilities in Alameda County and investigate complaints by mental health patients and residents when their rights may have been violated. Patients' Rights Advocates also provide patient representation at 1) Certification Review Hearings to determine the appropriateness of involuntary detention and hospitalization of mental health patients and 2) Capacity Hearings to determine whether a patient may be administered medication involuntarily (where the court is asked to decide whether a patient has the legal capacity to refuse or give informed consent to treatment with anti-psychotic medications). More extensive detail described at the bottom of this listing.

SALARY: $2,594.00 mo./100% FTE per month. (Required local travel is reimbursed at 55 cents per mile.) (Employee benefits include vacation, sick leave and health/dental/acupuncture/chiropractic insurance-details available.)

TO APPLY: To obtain a job description with full details, visit our website at "http://www.mhaac.org" and click on "Employment". You may request an application be mailed to you by contacting Mental Health Association of Alameda County by telephone: (510) 835-5010
9 A.M. to 5 P.M.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 30, 2009 at 5:00pm . Applications may be submitted in person, or by postal mail to;

Mental Health Association of Alameda County
Patients' Rights Advocate Application
954-60th St., Ste 10
Oakland, CA 94608

No applications may be submitted online or by fax.

EOE M/F/H/V

Additional detail:

The Mental Health Association of Alameda County (MHAAC) is an independent, nonprofit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. MHAAC assists and advocates on behalf of persons who have a mental illness and their families.

The Patients' Rights Advocacy/Patient Representation program deploys staff members to investigate complaints by mental health patients and residents that their rights have been violated. This program also provides patient representation at certification review hearings (where the issue is whether there is probable cause to certify a patient for up to 14 days of intensive, involuntary mental health treatment) and at capacity hearings (where the issue is whether the patient has the capacity to give informed consent to treatment with anti-psychotic medications).

THE POSITION

The occupant of this position will carry out the work of the Patients' Rights Advocacy/Patient Representation Program in Alameda County. Patients' Rights Advocacy includes: investigating and attempting to resolve complaints; monitoring facilities for compliance with patients' rights; and, training mental health staff members and informing patients about patient's rights. Patient Representation involves meeting with patients who have been certified for up to 14 days of intensive involuntary treatment or who are alleged to be incapable of giving informed consent, then providing appropriate assistance, including representation at Certification Review Hearings.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Ensure that notices which set forth the rights of mental health patients/residents are posted in
mental health facilities and residential programs.

* Respond to inquiries regarding patients' rights and laws and procedures on voluntary and
involuntary mental health treatment.

* Investigate complaints of patients' rights violations in a timely manner.

* Monitor mental health facilities, services, and programs for compliance with statutory and
regulatory patients' rights provisions.

* Provide training and education about mental health laws regarding patients' rights to mental
health providers.

* Act as an advocate on behalf of patients/residents who are unable to register a complaint
because of their own mental and/or physical conditions.

* Conduct interviews with involuntary patients who have been certified to: help each patient
understand the certification review process and the reasons given as to why he/she has been
certified; assist the patient in obtaining the presence of any other person(s) he/she may wish to
have at his/her hearing; explore with the patient any feasible alternatives to his/her continued
involuntary hospitalization; and, ascertain whether the patient wishes the Hearing
Representative to assist or to represent him/her at the Hearing. Also, arrange for an
interpreter, if needed.

* Provide assistance to and representation for involuntary patients whose treating psychiatrist
has petitioned the Superior Court for a ruling on the capacity of the patient to give informed
consent to anti-psychotic medication. This entails: interviewing the patient to assist him/her
in understanding informed consent and the capacity hearing process, and to determine what other
assistance the patient wants or needs in preparation for the hearing; carefully examining the
patient's medical record to monitor for compliance with the law regarding informed consent,
and interviewing facility staff when the record is incomplete; and, consulting with psychiatrists
or other treating staff prior to hearings when appropriate.

* Perform any other pre-hearing investigation which appears warranted, including review of the
patient's chart and other relevant documents.

* Attend Certification review and/or capacity hearings, providing whatever level of assistance or
representation each patient has requested.

* Maintain accurate and organized case records for patients who have Certification review or
capacity hearings or whose complaints regarding patients' rights violations have been
investigated.

* Prepare periodic reports and summaries regarding Hearing and investigation cases and the
outcomes.

* Work efficiently and effectively with patients, Hearing Officers, and mental health facility staff
members to provide high-quality advocacy for patients under certification.

* Other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Receptionist (Law Firm) (financial district)

2009-11-09T12:56:39-08:00

Sixteen-Lawyer San Francisco law firm seeks candidate experienced as a law firm receptionist who can also perform various clerical tasks. Good telephone etiquette, discretion, ability to multi-task, punctuality, and regular attendance all necessary. Must be able to work in fast-paced environment with multiple attorneys and paralegals.
Salary DOE. Please send resume and two references to mgoodwin@rbg-law.com.

No telephone calls or agency inquiries please. Rosen, Bien & Galvan LLP is an EOE.

Contracts Administrator/JD Position (mountain view)

2009-11-09T10:25:17-08:00

SEEKING CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATORS WITH JDs!!

Internationally recognized project management company with offices worldwide is seeking contracts administrators with experience in contract review and working knowledge of surrounding legal issues. The types of contracts to be reviewed include software licensing and service licensing. No specialized technical knowledge necessary but must be tech savvy.

Project will last for approximately 5 weeks.

To apply, please send your resume and post your cover letter in the body of the email to brigid.connolly@roberthalflegal.com

Google Legal and Public Policy Opportunities (mountain view)

2009-11-09T10:11:59-08:00

Google Legal and Public Policy Opportunities

Google�s Legal & Public Policy department serves several functions, from Patent Counsel to philanthropic endeavors at Google.org.

Legal: Google Legal is a close-knit team of lawyers and legal professionals who operate on a truly global stage. We take pride in working for a company with a clear mission ("to organize the world�s information and make it universally accessible and useful") and a strongly guarded ethical sensibility ("don�t be evil"). Google�s innovative services raise challenging legal questions that demand creative and practical answers. We work at the crossroads of new technologies and existing laws to provide those answers, helping Google build innovative and important products for our users around the world. If this sounds like your kind of place, it probably is.

Public Policy: The Global Public Policy Team is a close-knit group that develops, advises on, and advocates in favor of public policy positions for the benefit of Google, its users, and the Internet as a whole. We strive to do our work in a way that is thoughtful, innovative, and effective � always keeping in mind the company�s commitment to making information universally accessible and useful. The policies we promote make it possible to realize our vision of a free and open Internet where communication and innovation can thrive and our users' welfare is protected. Our team works at the international, federal, state, and local levels, actively engaging with government officials, policymakers, non-governmental organizations, academics, trade groups, and others. We work to to shape legislation, influence dialogue, and build a network of friends and supporters. Within the company, we work closely with the Corporate Communications and Product teams as well as with our Legal team colleagues.

Google.org: Google�s reach spans the globe, yet our hope is that by aggressively applying our resources to address the world�s most significant social problems, Google.org will one day surpass the parent company�s worldwide influence. We have a deep passion to find innovative solutions and entrepreneurial approaches to such issues as global poverty, climate change, and global public health. Google.org encompasses the Google Foundation, the leveraging of Google resources to address specific company projects, and the development and solicitation of partnerships and contributions to for-profit and not-for-profit entities.

You can browse all available positions at Google.org on the Google.org jobs page.

Learn more about our Legal and Public Policy positions!

We currently have open Legal and Public Policy positions in the Bay Area:

California - Mountain View

We also have open positions in other locations around the US:

See opportunities in all US locations

PARALEGAL (walnut creek)

2009-11-09T09:40:15-08:00

Walnut Creek insurance defense firm specializing in medical malpractice has an opening for a Paralegal. Duties will include summarizing interrogatories, ordering medical records, retention of expert witnesses and preparing trial binders. Must know Summation, Word, Prolaw and be very detail oriented while able to mutli-task.

Process Server Manager (San Jose) (san jose downtown)

2009-11-09T08:12:23-08:00

A national Process serving agency is interviewing for a full time Process Server Manager position.

Must have Minimum of two years experience in managing process servers, running day to day operations, familiarity with statewide filing and service.
Computer literate, eager to learn, with the ability to be self sufficient. We are the fastest growing network and offer cutting edge technology and nationwide service of process to our clients. We need someone that can bring experience and knowledge, you will be trained on our company technology but must be able to provide us with the know how to get started in your state. We will be opening our first office in San Jose that will be servicing the entire state.

We are not looking for an agency to serve our papers so please do not send info or request to do so.

Please email your resume with salary history and we will call you to schedule an interview.

Corporate M&A Attorney � Full-time or Part-time with flexible hours (financial district)

2009-11-08T13:50:02-08:00

SRS | Shareholder Representative Services is a rapidly growing company with offices in San Francisco and Denver that is involved with many of the most interesting and high profile transactions occurring in the market. Our clients include most of the top tier venture capitalists in the country and we work day-to-day with virtually all of the country�s top VC and emerging markets corporate law firms. Our business is expanding rapidly and we are looking for an experienced corporate M&A attorney to help manage the day-to-day activities of being the shareholder representative for issues that occur post-closing in private company sales (Deal Representative). These activities include the review, analysis and negotiation of claims that might arise under the indemnification, working capital and/or earn-out provisions of merger agreements. Should disputes arise, the Deal Representative is responsible for managing all aspects of the dispute resolution process that might include the hiring of outside counsel and other experts. In effect, the Deal Representative is the �project manager� for those deals that are assigned to them.

Deal Representatives can be full-time or part-time with flexible hours. However, even as a part-time position, we are looking for employees dedicated to our company. We are not looking for consultants or independent attorneys with multiple clients. The primary difference between the full-time and part-time classification will be the number of deals assigned. As a part-time position, this role is ideal for the corporate attorney who wishes to take a break from the rigorous work-schedule typically required from major law firms and in-house legal departments. Depending on the candidate's situation, this position can be located at either our San Francisco or Denver office and possibly from other remote locations.

To assist in accomplishing their responsibilities, Deal Representatives will have access to other resources within SRS, including legal, accounting and operational support. Each deal will be assigned a support team that will be under the oversight of the Deal Representative. The Deal Representative is responsible for ensuring that all work related to a transaction is done to the highest standards, but may delegate tasks to others in the support team or elsewhere within SRS.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Client Engagement � Describe the SRS process to various parties associated with the transaction. Negotiate NDAs and transactional agreements with the selling company. Recommend to SRS management the pricing of our services based on deal terms. Ensure that the applicable sections of the merger agreement and other transactional documents are reliably recorded in SRS� back office systems.

2) Escrow Management �Receive, review and analyze all claims that are received by the shareholder representative. Write objection notices and manage/negotiate the dispute resolution process. Where necessary, hire and manage litigators and/or third party experts. Pro-actively manage relationships with shareholders in the deals under the Deal Representative�s responsibility. Review joint written instructions to escrow agents. Review and approve shareholder allocations.

3) Stockholder Communications: Prepare summaries of deal status for SRS� monthly reports. Manage communications with requisite shareholders related to disputes.

4) Marketing Support � Write articles, blog entries, and FAQs regarding the shareholder representative�s role and responsibilities and other subjects that might be of interest to our clients. Give CLE presentations to venture firms and law firms regarding issues related to the appointment and use of a stockholder representative.

Job Requirements:

- Five years or greater experience working at a major law firm in the corporate M&A group. Experience working with venture-backed/emerging companies and transactional work on VC exits is highly desired. The right candidate would pay careful attention to details and demand a very high standard of work product.

- Knowledge of merger related accounting issues; CPA and/or experience working in accounting highly valued, but not required

- Experience managing client relationships.

- Highly Computer Literate; Highly Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Data and Internet-Savvy

- Excellent Communications, Writing, Negotiation and Analytical Skills

- Creative problem solver. Independent. Highest level of integrity and ethical standards.

Associate Attorney (burlingame)

2009-11-08T12:23:57-08:00

Small congenial Peninsula law firm seeks associate attorney with 2+ years experience in family law. Some plaintiff�s personal injury experience a plus. Responsibilities include: drafting family law and litigation pleadings, discovery requests and responses and correspondence; managing cases with lead partner; research; court appearances and client contact.

Proficient in Microsoft Word or WordPerfect 12; Timeslips; Excel; DissoMaster; Essential Forms or similar legal forms program.

Position requires an organized, self-motivated individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be team-oriented, dependable and able to prioritize and multi-task.

Please e-mail complete cover letter with salary history, resume and references to elaine@harrisandfraser.com

Full-time position (with benefits). Salary DOE. Start date negotiable.

Bankruptcy/Litigation Associate (Wine Country)

2009-11-08T10:50:38-08:00

Small AV rated bankruptcy firm seeks full time associate with 3-7 years relevant experience for sophisticated regional insolvency practice. Typically, we have a major role in most large Chapter 11 cases filed in the North Bay, and we regularly represent Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 Trustees in the San Francisco and Santa Rosa bankruptcy courts. Much of our practice is complex commercial litigation in the context of bankruptcy court adversary proceedings. We do not handle debtor or creditor representation in consumer bankruptcy cases.

We prefer, but do not require, a candidate with bankruptcy experience and first-chair trial experience. The ideal candidate must have integrity, a strong work ethic compatible with an outside life, some federal court litigation experience, top-level analytical skills, and outstanding writing ability; i.e., the ability to explain to a judge what you want and why you should get it in the first 250 words of your brief, as opposed to spending the first five pages ("the Introduction") advising the Honorable United States Bankruptcy Court ("the Court") that you are filing this Memorandum of Points and Authorities ("the Brief") seeking certain relief for which he or she has subject matter jurisdiction to grant, provided that he or she isn't asleep by the time you tell them what that might be. Wit and poise are mandatory requirements as well.

This is a long term opportunity for the right person. Interested candidates should send resume, writing sample, and compensation history to above posting. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. We are an EOE and welcome diversity.

CONTRACT ATTORNEY - IN-HOUSE PROJECT FOR CORPORATE ATTORNEY (cupertino)

2009-11-08T10:01:52-08:00

CONTRACT ATTORNEY - IN-HOUSE PROJECT FOR CORPORATE ATTORNEY

The Partners Group is staffing a contract or temporary attorney position with a major technology company in Silicon Valley. The position will entail 40 hours a week working with the legal team and business people in a collegial in-house environment. The qualified candidate will have 3 plus years of relevant transactional legal experience in areas such as technology, IP law, general corporate and/or commercial transactions. Competitive candidates for this position must be graduates of top-tier law schools in good standing with at least one US state bar and have trained at a well-respected US law firm.

This project could last up to 2 to 3 months and the hourly pay will be competitive. The client is looking to bring someone in quickly so the selected candidate will have to be available to start immediately.

Interested candidates should send their resumes to Cheryl Oliver, Esq. at coliver@partners-group.com.

Paralegal (danville / san ramon)

2009-11-08T09:50:05-08:00

SUMMARY: Candidate will oversee personal injury litigation matters and maintain pre-litigation case files and library of essential resource materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Oversee litigation matters and work closely with counsel.
2. Maintain pre-litigation files.
3. Draft correspondence and documents as requested.
4. Must have the ability to problem solve and research legal issues.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum 3 years of litigation experience.
2. Working knowledge of trial preparation, court filings, and discovery.
3. Organization and file management.
4. Must demonstrate attention to detail, initiative, and a positive attitude.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
1. Team player but still able to work independently.
2. Ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve and multi-task.
3. Ability to communicate effectively.
4. Editing and proofreading skills are a MUST.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, WordPerfect, and Adobe Acrobat.
6. Interest in motorcycles a plus.

COMPENSATION: DOE. Please submit salary requirements.

Please fax your resume and cover letter to 925-830-4879.

Criminal Lawyer wanted for private firm

2009-11-07T17:16:01-08:00

Innocence Legal Team, Inc.

Fusing the best and brightest litigators and HIGH TECH

The Innocence Legal Team founded by Attorney Patrick Clancy, is a sophisticated Legal Team using proprietary developed High Technology Systems to win cases. Our Human Resources Team is looking for 3 seasoned litigators to join this rapidly expanding firm. Two would be located in Southern California and one in Northern California.

Requirements for employment

1. Public Defender or DA experience a must.

2. 5-10 years minimum as a lawyer/litigator.

3. Time in the sexual assault unit highly sought after. The more cases in this area the better.

4. 30 felony trials to verdict and some of them sex cases. 60 felony cases preferred.

5. Willing to travel within California to major cases.

6. Not afraid of the use of technology but embrace it as a way to get advantage over DA�s.

7. Some background in Family Law or Juvenile Dependency Law (Welfare and Institutions Code Section 300, would be helpful and considered.)

Very competitive base salary, large bonus earning potential comes with the career at our firm!

Email Resume & Cover Letter with Salary history to:
Careers@InnocenceLegalTeam.com
Be sure to visit us at our career opportunity page on
http://www.innocencelegalteam.com

DATA ENTRY FOR LEGAL SERVICES COMPANY (san jose north)

2009-11-07T15:31:03-08:00

We are looking for someone who posses the drive to sit at a desk and work, entering data all day long, this person needs to be able to work with Windows and Outlook continuously throughout the day. This person will need to learn how to use a new ProServe, an industry software. You will be constantly taking new directions and changing priorities, this is a fast paced, bustling business and can be stressful at times. Client's are our number one priority, you will be working directly with the clients and our contractors. We are in the legal field, quality matters A LOT! We can be being sued for a small typo. We are looking for a no non sense person, we do not want office drama, we want a person willing to take directions and work in a team enviroment, this is a MUST!!!! We WILL check all references, personal and business.

You will be entering client work orders, making calls, answering calls, quoting clients, entering independent contractor data, organizing deliveries, working with the operations team to get service requests done, identify high priorities, change priorities based on client needs, you will be reporting directly to the president. You will be dealing directly with clients, which include other companies like ours, the general public, business owners, and attorney's and their staff. We have been in business for over 9 years, incorporated this year and are working on growing exponentially. We want to build a good team of employees to reply on while this occurs. We prefer to promote from within so your growth within the company is only reliant on the market and your own skills and willingness to perform.

-60 WPM
-Reliable Transportation
-Legal services experience is a MAJOR plus
-MS Office Outlook experience

-Full Time
-Hours are: Start 8 am, Lunch: 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM, End 5:00 PM
-Location is 880 Brokaw Rd, very close to the 880 freeway. (location will be changed within 3 years to the East Bay Area.
-Desk location will be a Mid - Large size cubicle
-We currently have Medical benefits (offered after 90 days evaluation/probationary period) but will most likely not offer them in the future. So do not expect medical benefits.
-No dental benefits
-We might offer Aflac benefits in the future.
-Casual dress code

Immigration Paralegal

2009-11-06T16:37:06-08:00

Requires 3 years' experience with employment-based visas, fluency in Mandarin. Please email resume.

Litigation Attorney - Discovery Expert (financial district)

2009-11-06T15:36:47-08:00

We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney to handle all aspects of discovery for our eight attorney family law firm. We need someone with a minimum of 5 years experience practicing litigation in California. The firm handles very complex financial and custody matters; the discovery in these cases is extensive and voluminous. We want an organized attorney, an expert in discovery, to organize discovery for the managing attorneys. We have a fantastic paralegal department to assist you; we need overall coordination of the issues, deadlines, and analysis of discovery materials.

International Corporate Compliance Administrator (menlo park)

2009-11-06T14:23:23-08:00

International Corporate Compliance Administrator (Part Time Temporary Position)
Silicon Valley, CA
Job# 197963

Excellence, integrity, cooperation, individual respect, enthusiasm and pursuit of improvement. At Orrick, these core values make for a great place to work. Our over 1000 attorney law firm is committed to providing the highest quality of legal service to advance the welfare of our firm and our clients. With offices throughout the United States, Asia and Europe, Orrick's goal is to become recognized as one of the greatest law firms in the world. This is an exciting time to join Orrick.

We currently have an excellent opportunity in our Silicon Valley office for an International Corporate Compliance Administrator.

While working under the supervision of International Corporate Compliance Managers and the Director of the Global Corporate Secretary Service, the International Corporate Compliance Administrator assists with document collection, maintenance of multinational clients files, basic due diligence review activities and general clerical and project based work.

Responsibilities:
� Support International Corporate Compliance Managers and International Corporate Compliance Coordinators in assigned project based work.
� Assist International Corporate Compliance Managers and International Corporate Compliance Coordinators with general clerical work.
� Perform general clerical duties to including but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing.
� Sign for and distribute UPS/FedEx/Airborne packages.
� Maintain multinational client files.
� Set up and coordinate client meetings for document/signature collection purposes.
� Travel to various client locations within the radius of 50 miles from work.
� Perform various administrative tasks as required.
� Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
� BS/BA degree required, and paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program is a plus.
� Basic knowledge of international corporate law and law firm experiences a plus.
� Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
� Strong organizational skills, ability to manage and follow through on multiple projects.
� Experience with document management systems (e.g., DOCS Open or iManage) a plus.
� Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications required.
� Commitment to firm's core values and firm's client service standards.

Orrick offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

Please send resume and cover letter to:svjobs@orrick.com

No phone calls please.

AA/EOE

Legal File Clerk (san rafael)

2009-11-06T13:58:42-08:00

Downtown San Rafael law firm seeks file clerk. Responsibilities to include filing various legal documents, opening, maintaining and closing files, answering phones with excellent phone etiquette, and other administrative tasks. Candidate must be organized and motivated, and must have own mode of reliable transportation. Prior legal file clerk experience a plus.

Fluent Thai or Vietnamese Contract Attorney Project

2009-11-06T10:55:32-08:00

Candidates must be able to temporarily relocate to NYC for duration of project (1-2 weeks). Midtown NYC law firm seeks contract attorneys fluent in Thai or Vietnamese for a 1-2 week document review project. This project may require long hours. Candidates must be fully fluent in Vietnamese or Thai and admitted a bar in any US jurisdiction. This does not require native fluency. Candidates must be able to begin working in NYC by Thursday 11/12 .

Candidates must be able to temporarily relocate to NYC for duration of project (1-2 weeks).

Attorney

2009-11-06T06:40:34-08:00

Tired of working long hours under difficult conditions; having decisions made that adversely affect you and benefit others; and being unfairly compensated for the value of your work? Become a member of a unique East Bay business law firm where you will be able to set your own hours and direction, be in control of your compensation, and not be distracted by administrative duties and meetings. Others talk about a work-life balance; we live it!

Must have at least 7 years of business transactional or litigation experience, and have a book of business that will generate at least 800 hours annually.

Compensation: $170,000 - $300,000, depending on experience and book of business.

Click here to apply!
Or go to www.new-hire.com and enter Job # 3125

Patent Litigation Associate-Mandarin Fluent (4-5th yr) - Global Firm (Palo Alto)

2009-11-06T00:56:06-08:00

Top national law firm is seeking a 4-5 year Patent Litigation Associate for their offices in Palo Alto, California.

Must have an Electrical Engineering Degree. Must have 4-5+ years experience with Patent Litigation. Mandarin fluent speaking is highly preferred.

Very busy office with top salary and benefits package.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume with your salary requirements.

Legal Secretary for personal injury firm wanted (san jose downtown)

2009-11-05T21:42:50-08:00

Wanted part time or full time legal secretary/paralegal for plaintiff's personal injury firm. Minimum of 5 years experience in personal injury. Responsibilities include propounding and answering discovery, client contact, preparing pleadings, file management, and related and other related tasks. Must be a reliable, independent professional who understands and can competently handle responsibilities in a timely and complete manner. Fluency in Spanish is a must. Compensation is negotiable. Email resume.

Law Firm Seeks Bilingual Billing / Collections Clerk

2009-11-05T21:08:20-08:00

East Bay Law Firm Seeks Bilingual Billing/Collections Clerk.

Small law firm serves primarily Spanish-speaking clients in the East and South Bay communities, providing workers compensation, immigration representation and criminal defense legal services. Our staff of paralegals support the clients and attorneys in case preparation and filing. We now seek an experienced full-time billing and collections clerk to manage the monthly installment payments on approximately 150 flat-feed accounts and track and bill the hourly rates for services rendered in approximately 40 time-billed clients. Because the small-business nature of the firm, this position will also handle routine AP and bank account reconciliations.

The successful candidate must:

� Be bilingual, with fluent spoken Spanish and functional written Spanish, in order to perform all billing correspondence in Spanish and place routine courtesy calls to collect past due payments from a small minority of problem accounts.

� Possess a minimum of 2 years experience in legal billing and accounting duties at a law firm or other professional services provider,

� Possess a minimum of a 4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, or Business Administration, with an emphasis on Finance or Accounting,

� Be proficient in Word or WordPerfect, Excel, QuickBooks, and other accounting-specific software applications. (Experience with legal-specific applications preferred),

� Possess superb communications skills to meet with clients to explain payment options and secure payments while maintaining cordial client relations.

Compensation and Benefits:

� Employer-paid health plan,

� Retirement Plan

� Exceptional holiday and vacation pay.

� Competitive Salary, starting at $36K and up, negotiable and commensurate with experience and performance.

To Apply:

� Resume and Short Cover letter must specify language skills.

� Provide wager / salary history covering at least the past 2 years.

� Transfers / Laterals welcome. All inquiries handled in strict confidentiality.

� FOLLOW DIRECTIONS: To reduce spam, no attachments will be opened unless the subject or body of the email contains the word �Spanish�.

Office Services Clerk - PT (financial district)

2009-11-05T18:33:21-08:00

Legal consulting and outsourcing company has part-time positions available for energetic people with Office Services experience. The candidates will be based at one of our client sites but may also be required to back up absences at our other customer sites.

General Job Duties:

�Completing a high volume of copy requests within expected time frames.
�Loading copiers with paper and toner as needed.
�Assisting with processing incoming and outgoing mail.
�Delivering packages and mail to various departments.
�Setting up conference rooms for lunches and meetings.
�Faxing and scanning documents as requested.
�Handling sensitive and confidential information.
�Working in fast-paced deadline-driven environments.

Job Requirements:

�Minimum of three years office services experience in a legal environment.
�Strong knowledge of copy machines and postal equipment.
�Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
�Keyboarding and windows PC skills.
�Superior customer service skills.
�Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing more than 50% of the time.

Paralegal (morgan hill)

2009-11-05T17:02:13-08:00

POSITION: Paralegal
REPORTS TO: General Counsel
LOCATION: Specialized Bicycle Components, Morgan Hill CA

SUMMARY: Candidate will oversee litigation matters, with emphasis on personal injury and product liability; assist in contract drafting and administration; and maintain case files and library of essential resource materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Oversee litigation matters and work closely with outside counsel.
2. Maintain legal files.
3. Draft correspondence and agreements as requested.
4. Must have the ability to research and solve legal issues.

EXPERIENCE:
1. Minimum 5 years of litigation experience.
2. Working knowledge of trial preparation, court filings, and discovery.
3. Organization and file management.
4. Demonstrates attention to detail, initiative, and a positive attitude.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
1. Team player but also able to work independently.
2. Ability to organize, prioritize assignments, and multi-task.
3. Must be able to communicate effectively.
4. Calendar deadlines.
5. Excellent editing and proofreading skills are a must.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

Contract Trial Paralegals- OT Required

2009-11-05T16:30:56-08:00

We are currently staffing long-term contract paralegal positions for a large firm in San Francisco.

Candidates must have extensive trial prep experience. Large firm experience required.

There will be extensive overtime (70+ hours/week), and candidates must be able to work weekends.

The project will be starting ASAP. Pay is DOE.

Paralegal (Financial District)

2009-11-05T16:19:41-08:00

Solo practitioner seeks a paralegal to conduct legal research, prepare discovery, trial binders, case files, and assist with court filings. Successful candidate must have the ability to work independently, prioritize and change gears with aplomb. Experience in Labor and Employment will be helpful, a strong background in litigation is a must, including proficiency in both state and federal court procedures. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Abacus required as well as excellent oral and written communication skills. Please send resumes to Murlene J. Randle, Esq., 235 Montgomery Street, Suite 716, San Francisco, CA 94104. You may also email resumes to Murlene@Randlelawoffices.com. Phone number 415-352-0189

Document Review Attorneys Needed (financial district)

2009-11-05T15:35:35-08:00

Attorneys Needed for Ongoing Document Review Project - undergraduate degree or technical background in biology or chemistry or a related science (biotech, molecular biology, pharmacology...etc.) is required for this project. Patent Litigation experience a plus! 2-3 months of work expected!

Bar license REQUIRED (in any state) and prior electronic document review experience is generally preferred.

If interested please send your resume via email to recruiting@essentialdiscovery.net.

Please note : In most cases, we are only able to respond to candidates who have the experience we seek. Thank you for understanding.
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At Essential Discovery, our document review specialists continue to enjoy a wide range of benefits, including health and 401(k) plans.

IP Litigation Paralegal (menlo park)

2009-11-05T15:23:00-08:00

My client, a renowned Menlo Park law firm is in search of an IP litigation paralegal with 3-6 years of experience. This position will report to the Sr. Paraglegal on the team and support several attorneys. The client prefers candidates with specialized IP litigation and large law firm experience. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity.

To apply, please submit your resume in WORD format, along with references and salary history to Leah Hoffman, J.D., Director of Recruitment for Kelly Law Registry's Northwest Territory.

To be informed of other exciting opportunities in the legal arena, please sign up to follow me on Twitter! http://twitter.com/leahhoffmanjd

Trusts & Estates Paralegal (Junior Level) (san mateo)

2009-11-05T13:55:27-08:00

Performance Profile
Trusts & Estates Paralegal (Junior Level)
San Mateo, California

We are a small, well-established trusts & estates law firm in San Mateo, California and we are expanding our paralegal team due to increased business. We seek an individual with a multi-faceted skill set and a passion for problem solving to serve as our Junior Trusts & Estates Paralegal. (This is a full-time, non-exempt position.) We will offer the successful candidate a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive plan of benefits, and a very cordial work environment. The medical benefits we will provide to the successful candidate include major medical insurance, vision & dental reimbursement benefits, and disability income insurance. Other benefits that we will provide include retirement plan benefits, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal time off hours (including an extra holiday for one�s birthday), paid and covered parking, and a flexible work schedule. Additional benefits�specifically tailored to the successful candidate�s unique circumstances�may also be offered to the successful candidate.

Position Summary

The Junior Trusts & Estates Paralegal will serve a very important role as a member of our paralegal team because his or her primary responsibility will be to assist fellow administrative and professional staff, including our Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal (to whom the successful candidate will report), with the following tasks:

1. PREPARATION OF THE DOCUMENTS TO COMPRISE THE CLIENT�S ESTATE PLAN. Use the Firm�s online library of templates and notes of the client�s estate planning objectives to draft and prepare all of the documents to comprise the client�s estate plan;

2. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CLIENT�S ESTATE PLAN. Initiate and monitor the implementation of the client�s estate plan; and

3. ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION UPON THE CLIENT�S INCAPACITY OR DEATH. Complete the tasks involved in the administration of the client�s estate or trust upon incapacity or death.

Our clients are often clients for years and the Firm�s future growth depends on our continued ability to provide these clients with comprehensive, legally-sound, and affordable estate planning, estate administration, and trust administration services. The work we do for our clients requires an exquisite attention to the legal and administrative details of the tasks that must be completed on behalf of our clients. Therefore, the primary criterion by which the successful candidate�s success in this vital position will be measured is his or her ability to effectively and efficiently implement and administer the client�s estate plan, which can span years, even after the client�s death. In the effort to achieve the client�s estate planning objectives, the successful candidate must work closely and productively with our Senior Trusts & Estates Paralegal and other support staff as well as with the client, the financial institutions, and the government agencies affecting the client and the client�s property.

Performance Objectives: The �Specifics�

A. PREPARATION OF THE DOCUMENTS TO COMPRISE THE CLIENT�S ESTATE PLAN. Within three (3) months from date you are hired, you will be able to comfortably and accurately complete all of the following tasks:

1. OBTAINING NECESSARY INFORMATION FROM THE CLIENT. Through personal and written communications with the client and your fellow staff members, you will obtain the information that comprises the client�s estate planning objectives, the client�s family and personal circumstances, and the client�s assets, liabilities, and other required financial information.

2. DRAFTING NECESSARY DOCUMENTS FOR THE CLIENT. With the client�s estate planning objectives and the Firm�s online library of highly formatted MICROSOFT WORD 2007 templates, , you will prepare and finalize comprehensive first drafts of the following documents within one week of our initial meeting with a new or existing client:
a. DRAFTING OF CLIENT�S ESTATE PLANNING DOCUMENTS:
i. Revocable Living Trust document (if a Trust is to be the centerpiece of the estate plan);
ii. �Pour Over� Will (again, if a Trust is to be the centerpiece of the estate plan);
iii. Comprehensive Will & Testament (if a Will is to be the centerpiece of the estate plan);
iv. Durable Power of Attorney for Property Management & Personal Affairs (customized to include specific references to the client�s pertinent assets and circumstances);
v. Specific Power of Attorney for Management of Specific Property (if needed);
vi. Advance Health Care Directive (which includes a HIPAA Release and, as decided by the client, End-of-Life wishes);
vii. (For married clients) a Marital Property Agreement that clearly describes property comprising the couple�s community property or a spouse�s separate property, or property whose character is part�community property, part�separate property (as determined by the clients);
b. DRAFTING OF DOCUMENTS TO IMPLEMENT THE CLIENT�S ESTATE PLAN:
i. Trust Transfer Deeds related to the client�s real property (along with pertinent County Assessor Forms) by which legal title to the client�s real property is conveyed to the client�s trust or in some other manner that achieves the client�s goals;
ii. Certification of Trust by Trustee (and a redacted copy of governing trust document to be presented to Financial Institutions and other Third Parties);
iii. Letters of Direction to Financial Institutions directing the change of registration to the client�s financial accounts; and
iv. Revised Beneficiary Designations to the client�s insurance and retirement assets, such revisions being made in accordance with the client�s wishes and IRS laws and regulations.

B. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CLIENT�S ESTATE PLAN. Within three (3) months from date you are hired, you will comfortably, effectively, and in a timely manner complete all of the tasks that are involved in the implementation of a client�s estate plan once the client has executed the documents that comprise his or her estate plan. Such tasks may include the following:

1. Initiate contact and work closely with the Firm�s couriers, County Recorder, and County Assessor offices to ensure that the legal title to the client�s real property has been changed as intended by the client; and

2. Initiate contact and work closely with financial institution personnel wherein are held the client�s financial assets with the goal of completing all institution-specific forms and documents that are necessary to re-register client�s accounts in the name of the Trust and/or to replace obsolete beneficiary designations affecting retirement or insurance assets with revised designations.

C. ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION. Immediately upon the date you are hired, you will have the ability to initiate, and assist in the completion of all of the tasks associated with the following engagements:

1. PROBATE/ESTATE ADMINISTRATION, including, but not limited to, the following tasks:
a. From discussions with the client and effective use of our online legal research software (LexisNexis), you will discover all personal and financial information regarding the Decedent (e.g., location of the Decedent�s original will, obtain all asset and liability information, access and inventory of safe deposit boxes, etc.);
b. Prepare preliminary valuation of estate assets using online valuation software and compile a list of liabilities as of the date of the Decedent�s death;
c. Prepare and file all necessary court documents and public notices with the court to commence administration;
d. Using the IRS�s online interactive program, obtain a taxpayer identification number (TIN) for estate and file pertinent forms with the IRS (e.g., IRS Form 56);
e. Assist the Personal Representative with the establishment of bank and/or brokerage accounts in the name of the Personal Representative;
f. Communicate with Decedent�s accountant to obtain financial information on closely-held corporations, partnerships and sole proprietorships; accurately review and study of such financial information;
g. Initiate contact with qualified appraisers for appraisals of estate property and oversee, coordinate, and file such appraisals with the court (Inventory & Appraisal);
h. Prepare and file interim court pleadings such as petitions for partial distributions or petitions to confirm sale of real property;
i. Maintain and monitor all of the estate�s records, including receipts, disbursements, income, and preliminary distributions to beneficiaries;
j. Prepare formal fiduciary accounting of estate assets and report of personal representative using the Firm�s spreadsheet (Excel 2007) and database (Access 2007) software programs;
k. Draft and file all papers and pleadings necessary to close the estate; and
l. Assist in the distribution of estate assets to beneficiaries.

2. TRUST ADMINISTRATION UPON THE DEATH OR INCAPACITY OF THE TRUST�S OWNER, including, but not limited to, the following tasks:
a. From discussions with the client and effective use of our online legal research software (LexisNexis), you will discover all personal and financial information regarding the Decedent (e.g., location of the Decedent�s original will, obtain all asset and liability information, access and inventory of safe deposit boxes, etc.);
b. Calendar all deadline dates for trust administration, distributions to beneficiaries, and tax returns;
c. Prepare for recordation Affidavits By Successor Trustee and pertinent County Assessor forms (if real property is involved); using the Firm�s online library of templates;
d. Using the IRS�s online interactive program, obtain a taxpayer identification number (TIN) for the trust and file pertinent forms with the IRS (e.g., IRS Form 56);
e. Prepare an inventory of trust assets by:
i. Consultation with the trust�s accountants;
ii. Review of the Decedent�s tax returns and his or her trust�s prior tax returns; and
iii. Review of any schedules of trust assets, bank and brokerage statements, and safe deposit boxes, etc.;
f. Confirm that all applicable assets are held in the Decedent�s trust; if assets are discovered outside of his or her trust, prepare and transmit all necessary documents to transfer such assets to the Decedent�s trust; follow up to confirm that such asset transfers have been completed;
g. Prepare preliminary valuation of trust assets using online valuation software and compile a list of liabilities as of the date of the Decedent Trustor�s death;
h. Assist the Successor Trustee with the establishment or re�registration of trust bank and/or brokerage accounts in name of the Successor Trustee;
i. Establish and maintain an accounting system to monitor and track trust receipts, disbursements, income, and distributions to beneficiaries;
j. Prepare a formal fiduciary accounting of trust assets and Report of Trustee using the Firm�s spreadsheet (EXCEL 2007) and database (ACCESS 2007) software programs;
k. Prepare documents related to the purchase and sale of trust assets during the course of administration;
l. Using the Firm�s highly formatted and formula�rich spreadsheet (EXCEL 2007) software program, calculate the values of the various distributions of trust assets to or for the benefit of trust beneficiaries, as required under the trust�s governing terms and California law, and using such calculations, draft conveyance documents to subtrusts or arrange for asset transfers outright to trust beneficiaries; and
m. Upon trust termination, prepare a final fiduciary accounting, a schedule of proposed distribution of assets, and all necessary documents to transfer assets; follow up to confirm that such asset transfers have been completed.

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This position is open and available immediately.

NOTE: This is the Performance Profile for a Junior (level) Trusts & Estates Paralegal. You should already have a paralegal certificate (or would qualify as a bona fide Paralegal under California�s Business & Professions Code). Moreover, as you can see from reviewing the tasks of this position, you must have substantial and successful experience handling Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate matters using the most up-to-date legal research (LEXISNEXIS) and document generation software (MICROSOFT�S OFFICE 2007 SUITE OF PROGRAMS, including WORD 2007, EXCEL 2007, and OUTLOOK 2007).
If you have a juris doctor (JD), if you are a licensed attorney, or if you are a certified paralegal without substantial experience in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate matters, please understand that we may not call you for an interview, despite your qualifications. We are seeking an individual whose goal is to obtain a permanent position as a Trusts & Estates Paralegal.

If you are interested in applying for this position, we respectfully request you send us the following information:
(1) A COVER LETTER in which you specifically outline how your abilities and experience match those of this position;
(2) Your CURRENT R�SUM�; and
(3) Your SALARY REQUIREMENTS.

We will respond to all qualified applicants as soon as possible. Please attach the above described documents (as either PDF files OR Microsoft Word documents) to an email message sent to the reply email with craigslist. Thank you for your interest in the position.

Legal Secretary, Litigation (palo alto)

2009-11-05T12:56:02-08:00

Large international law firm seeks Litigation Legal Secretary with 2 to 4 years legal secretary experience and a solid work history. Specialized secretarial degree, associate, and/or bachelor's degree is desirable, but not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Type and edit computer system legal and other documents including correspondence, memoranda, bills, time sheets, and project work
* Proofread and redline work for accuracy of copy, format, grammar, punctuation, and syntax
* Receive, screen, and transmit telephone calls, conference calls, and messages to/from attorneys, clients, and staff
* Perform secretarial functions associated with administrative tasks including processing new client/matter reports, time reports, and expense reports
* Handle incoming/outgoing mail
* Set up and maintain files
* Coordinate conferences, meetings, and appointments
* Coordinate travel arrangements, securing air and ground transportation, and hotel accommodations
* Liaison with office service departments including word processing, technology services, duplicating, financial services, and support services to complete assignments

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability (including AIDS and cancer-related medical conditions) unrelated to the job to be performed, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or condition protected by law.

CORPORATE COUNSEL, Major Technology Company � Silicon Valley (cupertino)

2009-11-05T12:43:54-08:00

CORPORATE COUNSEL, Major Technology Company (Exclusive) � Silicon Valley, California
Our client, a highly innovative company producing globally-known consumer technology products, has exclusively engaged us to help them identify a promising, top-credentialed technology or transactional attorney who can quickly become a key member of its legal team. This Counsel will work with an interdisciplinary team of business, operational, engineering, marketing and other professionals assisting them as they conceive, design, market and implement easy-to-use, highly integrated consumer products.
This attorney must possess top legal talents that qualify her or him to be highly involved with cutting edge, strategic-deal development and negotiation. Principal duties include structuring, drafting and negotiation of development, technology, licensing, distribution, marketing and commercial agreements, and provision of ongoing legal counsel in the areas of intellectual property, technology, digital media, and regulatory compliance. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required.
Competitive candidates for this position must be graduates of top-tier law schools in good standing with at least one US state bar, must have trained at a well-respected US law firm, and must possess at least 3 years of relevant transactional legal experience in areas such as technology, IP law and/or commercial transactions. The following would be helpful, but are not required: prior international experience; prior in-house experience; and/or prior studies in engineering/computer science. Candidates must also demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, plus adaptability in working across legal disciplines and in functioning in a fast-paced environment where she or he will represent company interests successfully with savvy and demanding clients.
Very competitive salary, equity package and benefits are offered. This client would be willing to relocate the right candidate. We have been working closely with this client and its parent company for several years, so we can provide you with useful substantive information throughout the application and interview process. Of course everything we talk about will be confidential, and we will not submit you for this or any other position without your prior approval. To be considered for this position, please send your resume to Bradley R. Bruner, Esq. at The Partners Group at westcoast@partners-group.com for consideration.

Sr. Administrative Assistant (Law Office) (san mateo)

2009-11-05T12:21:11-08:00

Senior Administrative Assistant
San Mateo, California

We are a small, well-established trusts & estates law firm in San Mateo, California and we are expanding our administrative support team due to increased business. We seek an individual with a multi-faceted skill set and passion for problem-solving to serve as our Senior Administrative Assistant. (This is a full-time, non-exempt position.) We will offer the successful candidate a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive plan of benefits, and a very cordial work environment. The medical benefits we will provide to the successful candidate include major medical insurance, vision & dental reimbursement benefits, and disability income insurance. Other benefits that we will provide include retirement plan benefits, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal time off hours (including an extra holiday for one�s birthday), paid and covered parking, and a flexible work schedule. Additional benefits�specifically tailored to the successful candidate�s unique circumstances�may also be offered to the successful candidate.

Position Summary

The Sr. Administrative Assistant will serve a very important role as a member of our administrative team because his or her primary responsibility will be to provide crucial administrative support to our professional staff. Specific experience working in a legal environment is not required; however, a sustained history of successfully completing important administrative tasks and projects is required, as is an independent, professional, and friendly personality.
Our clients are often clients for years and the Firm�s future growth depends on our continued ability to provide these clients with comprehensive, legally-sound, and affordable estate planning, estate administration, and trust administration services. The work we do for our clients requires an exquisite attention to the administrative details of the tasks that must be completed on behalf of our clients.

Therefore, the primary criteria by which your success in this vital position will be measured are:
(1) Your ability to complete the technical and administrative tasks of the position effectively and in a timely manner; and
(2) Your ability to interact, in a sincere, caring, and yet very efficient manner with our clients, fellow staff members, our vendors, consultants, colleagues, and members of the general public.

You will report to the Firm�s Supervising Attorney; however, you must work closely and productively with our entire staff to be successful in this position.

Performance Objectives: The �Specifics�

A. ADMINISTRATIVE & TECHNICAL TASKS OF THE POSITION. In this position, you will make intense and vigorous use Microsoft�s Office 2007 Suite of Programs, including WORD 2007, EXCEL 2007, OUTLOOK 2007, POWERPOINT 2007, and PUBLISHER 2007. The required tasks of this position demand a substantial and advanced level of proficiency with all of these software programs. Thus, within three (3) months from your hire date, you will have mastered all of the following tasks, which you will complete on a regular basis:

1. As the first primary contact for our clients, colleagues, and the general public, you will use OUTLOOK 2007 to complete the following tasks:
a. Maintain, update, categorize, and continue to refine the Firm�s CALENDAR of meetings and deadlines.
b. Maintain, update, and categorize the Firm�s numerous CONTACTS, including our clients, colleagues, and other important third parties.
c. Receive, review, disseminate and, when appropriate, respond to the EMAIL MESSAGES that we receive from clients, colleagues, and other third parties.
d. Maintain, update, and refine the Firm�s list of administrative TASKS.
e. IMPORT AND EXPORT information contained in OUTLOOK (e.g., CONTACTS) to other programs for mail merge or database management purposes.

2. Using WORD 2007, you will create, maintain, and update all of the Firm�s STYLES and TEMPLATES that the staff uses to create the documents that are routinely sent to or on behalf of our clients, including the following documents:
a. CLIENT ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENTS AND DISENGAGEMENT LETTERS, which are provided to our clients upon the commencement and the completion of cases.
b. TRANSMITTAL LETTERS, which are sent to our clients or to third parties on behalf of our clients, with which letters originals (and copies) of client documents are included.
c. LETTERS OF DIRECTION to financial institutions and government agencies on behalf of our clients, and monitoring the processing of such letters by such institutions and agencies.
d. GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE LETTERS, which are sent to our colleagues, clients, their financial institutions, and federal & state taxing authorities.
e. STAFF MEETING AGENDA, which are prepared in outline form in advance of our weekly staff meetings.

3. Using EXCEL 2007, you will create, maintain, and update the spreadsheets that are necessary to address and complete the following projects:
a. CLIENT CASES & WEEKLY STAFF MEETINGS. You will maintain, update, and refine the spreadsheet containing relevant information about each of our cases, which information is used in case management and in our weekly staff meetings
b. OVERVIEW AND COORDINATION OF SUBSCRIPTIONS TO OUR COMPUTER SOFTWARE PROGRAMS. You will create, maintain, and update a comprehensive spreadsheet that clearly identifies each computer software program that we own or license, tracks the updates/releases to each such program, and indicates the subscription renewal dates of each such program.
c. COORDINATION OF COMPUTER HARDWARE & OFFICE EQUIPMENT WARRANTIES & REPLACEMENT. You will create, maintain, and update a spreadsheet that clearly identifies all of our computer hardware and office equipment, which spreadsheet will include the acquisition date, warranty information, warranty expiration dates, and projected dates of replacement of each item of hardware or equipment.
d. COORDINATION OF SUBSCRIPTIONS TO ALL LEGAL JOURNALS, GUIDES, HANDBOOKS, AND TREATISES. You will create, maintain, and update a spreadsheet that clearly identifies all of our subscriptions to professional treatises, journals, handbooks, and guides, and includes subscription renewal dates and costs.
e. COORDINATION OF MEMBERSHIPS TO PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. You will create, maintain, and update a spreadsheet that clearly identifies the professional organizations to which the attorneys and paralegals of the Firm belong, and includes the renewal dates and membership dues to each organization.
f. COORDINATION OF MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION IN OFFICE LOBBY. You will create, maintain, and update a spreadsheet that clearly identifies all of the magazines and journals that we display in our lobby, including the renewal dates and subscription fees for each publication.

4. Using PUBLISHER 2007, you will design and prepare the following of the firm�s publications:
a. The firm�s quarterly newsletter, using text provided by the Supervising Attorney and Sr. Trusts & Estates Paralegal; and
b. Various instructional pamphlets and introductory materials that are routinely provided to potential clients, colleagues, and members of the general public.

5. Using POWERPOINT 2007, you will prepare or revise PowerPoint presentations that are given by the Supervising Attorney to potential clients and other targeted audiences.

6. Using various forms we have created in MICROSOFT ACCESS 2007, you will enter information about our new, current, and former clients into our firm�s databases (via the Forms interface), including personal, financial, and estate planning information that is unique to each client.

7. Using PRACTICE CS (published by Thomson Reuters/Tax & Accounting) our time, billing, and practice management software program, you will complete the following tasks:
a. At the end of each month, prepare and print critical firm management reports, which reports provide production, billing, project management, and client management information for review by the Supervising Attorney and our Bookkeeper.
b. Enter payments by clients into the Receipts and Adjustments screen to track payments for the services the Firm has performed for its clients.
c. Generate various reports that are needed by our Bookkeeper.
d. After consultation with our bookkeeper, close the current time & billing period.
e. Maintain and update various data tables that are stored within the PRACTICE CS software program.

8. Using ADOBE ACROBAT 9 PRO EXTENDED, you will scan into our system and create searchable, fully optimized PDF files of client documents for the staff�s online review.

9. FLUENCY WITH OUR DUVOICE 2000 TELEPHONE MESSAGING SYSTEM. You will master the knowledge needed to maintain and troubleshoot our electronic telephone messaging system, the DUVOICE 2000.

10. FLUENCY WITH OUR COMPUTER PRINTERS, PHOTOCOPIER, SCANNERS, & FAX MACHINE. You will master the information and knowledge that is needed to properly maintain and troubleshoot all of our computer printers, our (Sharp) photocopier, our Canon and Fujitsu scanners, and our HP fax machine and will work closely with the vendors and maintenance personnel for each of these machines.

11. FLUENCY WITH REMOTE DEPOSIT CAPTURE OF CLIENT CHECKS. Using an electronic �remote capture� check deposit software program, you will process the deposits of client checks remotely, from your workstation, into our bank accounts on a daily basis and create and print reports regarding the same.

12. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS AND DUTIES. In addition to the specific tasks outlined above, you will be responsible for completing a number of simple yet important tasks so that the office and its staff can function smoothly. These tasks are not particularly exciting; nonetheless, they are crucial to the proper operation of the firm and, when completed, will greatly endear you to the rest of the staff. From the date of hire, you are able to complete the following tasks:
a. DAILY Tasks:
i. Communicate directly with our clients to ensure that they are reminded of upcoming appointments or have received their estate planning and/or trust administration documents;
ii. Prepare our conference room for the day�s appointments, including the delivery of the clients� files to the conference room and setting up our projector and laptop computer as necessary;
iii. Replenish the paper trays of all photocopiers, printers, and fax machines; and
iv. Sort all of our mail and package deliveries, and ensure that each item of mail is delivered to the appropriate staff member.
b. WEEKLY or MONTHLY Tasks:
i. Maintain adequate inventories of our office supplies, including computer printer and copier supplies; when supplies are needed, oversee the procurement of such supplies via online orders with Office Depot and similar vendors;
ii. Process the mailing of newsletters, brochures, and special occasion cards to our clients and colleagues;
iii. File all paid vendor statements and invoices in the applicable files; and
iv. Maintain the supply of our estate planning brochures and general interest magazines in our office�s lobby.
c. Tasks Completed On An AS-NEEDED BASIS:
i. Process the originals of our clients� Estate Planning Documents, as follows:
(a) Photocopy original estate planning documents signed by clients, creating full sets of copies for the Firm, the client, and the client�s fiduciaries and/or medical providers;
(b) Prepare a binder of copies for the client, using the �Velo Binding� process;
(c) Update the client�s file to include fully indexed copies of the client�s documents, including Tables of Contents;
ii. File court petitions and supporting documents with the local court using OneLegal online court filing service;
iii. Maintain our legal library of treatises, manuals, and action guides; insert �hard copy� updates to the various treatises of our legal library;
iv. Schedule appearances by our attorneys via CourtCall; and
v. Maintain and update the online register of the continuing legal education credits obtained by our attorneys and paralegals.

B. ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONS TASKS: Within three months of your hire date, you will have mastered all of the tasks described below and developed techniques and practices that will enhance the current positive impressions that our Firm enjoys with its clients, staff, colleagues, vendors, and members of the general public.

1. RELATIONS WITH CLIENTS.
a. OBTAINING INFORMATION FROM PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS VIA THE �NEW CLIENT� INTAKE PROCEDURE. From the potential clients who are interested in our services�especially those who have been referred from our respected colleagues�you will obtain pertinent personal and case-related information and present the same in an organized fashion to our professional staff so that we can make an informed decision whether to take the case or refer the individual to another the firm or organization.
b. OBTAINING CASE-RELATED INFORMATION & DOCUMENTS FROM EXISTING CLIENTS. From our existing clients, you will obtain needed information and documentation that is necessary to complete the matters for which the Firm has been retained.
c. MAINTAINING CONTACT INFORMATION FROM EXISTING CLIENTS. Using OUTLOOK 2007 and ACCESS 2007, you will develop and maintain a current list of our clients, containing complete contact and other personal information.
d. PERFORMING MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS TASKS. As part of our ongoing effort to market our services and maintain healthy relationships with our clients, you will oversee the distribution of greeting cards for all occasions (e.g., birthday wishes, congratulations, sympathy, holiday wishes, etc.).

2. RELATIONS WITH SUPERVISORS AND FELLOW STAFF. On an ongoing basis, you will provide the administrative support services to our professional staff to help them complete their respective tasks and projects.

3. RELATIONS WITH OUR COLLEAGUES, VENDORS, CONSULTANTS, AND SALES REPRESENTATIVES.
a. Using OUTLOOK 2007 and ACCESS 2007, you will develop and maintain a current list�with complete contact information�of our colleagues, sales representatives, consultants, and/or vendors with whom the Firm has accounts or subscriptions or from whom the Firm receives services.
b. Track all updates to the legal and administrative software programs used by the Firm with the assistance of our computer and telephone consultants.
c. Schedule and coordinate appointments for repairs and/or updates to, or replacements of items of office equipment and/or furniture & furnishings including computer servers and workstations, monitors, photocopying machines, scanners, fax machines, office furniture, and locks to the office�s internal and external doors.

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NOTE: This is the Performance Profile for a Senior (level) Administrative Assistant. If you have a post graduate degree (e.g., an MBA, or a JD), or if you are a certified paralegal, please know that we may not call you for an interview, despite your obvious qualifications. We are seeking an individual whose goal is to obtain a permanent position as an administrative assistant.

This position is open and available immediately.

We respectfully request that each interested applicant send us the following information:
(1) A COVER LETTER in which you specifically outline how your abilities and experience match those of this position;
(2) Your CURRENT R�SUM�; and
(3) Your SALARY REQUIREMENTS.

We will respond to all qualified applicants as soon as possible. Please attach the above described documents (as either PDF files OR Microsoft Word documents) to an email message sent to the reply email with craigslist. Thank you for your interest in the position.

Paralegal/Legal Assistant Wanted (sunnyvale)

2009-11-05T12:06:21-08:00

This position has been filled. Thank you for your interest.

Litigation Secretary/Legal Assistant (corte madera)

2009-11-05T11:14:05-08:00

Corte Madera law firm, very congenial with a busy, professional environment, needs a full-time litigation secretary/legal assistant to work with two busy litigators. Require excellent computer skills, proficient in WordPerfect, WORD, Legal Solutions, Compulaw and on-line research skills; must manage a busy document and court schedule. Seeking a self-starter, very detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and also as part of a team which includes a full-time litigation paralegal. Must have a minimum of three years litigation experience. Hours 8:30 to 5:30. Benefits include medical and 401(K) Plan. PLEASE PROVIDE SALARY REQUIREMENTS and resume to D. Uthe by email: duthe@ltws.com or by fax to D. Uthe @ (415) 927-5210.

Administrative Assistant Needed (santa cruz)

2009-11-05T09:51:59-08:00

Small, growing law practice seeks part-time administrative assistant. Responsibilities include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, scheduling interviews, word processing, filing, and faxing. Extensive software skills are required, as well as strong communication skills.

Hours will be 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day. Starting rate: $12 per hour, with a bump up to $15 per hour at the end of successful three-month probationary period. If interested, please send a cover letter and a resume with at least three references to Sara Lipowitz, 303 Potrero St., #45-102, Santa Cruz, CA 95060; saral@lipowitzsolutions.com. No phone calls, please.

Professionals using Web Conferencing: Paid Adobe Study $100 (San Francisco)

2009-11-05T09:19:06-08:00

Adobe User Research is conducting user studies in our San Francisco office. We are interested in getting some thoughts and opinions from professionals who use web conferencing services. The study will consist of an interview to learn more about your likes/dislikes about web conferencing services and how you use these tools. The compensation for this study is $100 in American Express Gift Checks and the study will last roughly 60 minutes.

Please keep in mind that we have a limited number of openings and cannot respond to each inquiry, but if you are interested, please spend a few minutes answering the questions below. This information will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with others outside of Adobe Research.

If you are interested in participating, please click here to fill out our screener: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=U_2bsk7GFuHpEgnBaAnCuCsA_3d_3d

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Senior Staff Attorney (potrero hill)

2009-11-05T09:00:35-08:00

Bonhams & Butterfields is an international auction house specializing in the appraisal and sale of fine art, fine and rare books and manuscripts, fine jewelry, antiques, fine wine, motor cars and all types of collectibles. Our US galleries and salesrooms are located in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City.

We looking for a Senior Staff Attorney to work with us in our San Francisco headquarters for 6 to 9 months, with possible extension, under the direction of the VP/General Counsel to assist with a wide range of legal, corporate and regulatory matters, including but not limited to claims, contracts, intellectual property issues, business transactions and litigation.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

1. Work with VP/General Counsel and management in investigating and judging merits of legal claims against or on behalf of the Company or involving property consigned for sale, including title, tort, commercial law and IP claims.
2. Provide legal guidance and appropriate work product regarding client contracts, third party agreements, client inquiries, subpoena responses, third party claims, intellectual property issues, and regulatory agency inquiries and filings.
3. Assist with the management of litigation/arbitration, including drafting and discovery matters.
4. Handle long-term and/or complex legal and drafting projects.

Qualifications/Skills:

� Solid academic credentials and a J.D. from an accredited law school.
� 6+ years law practice experience and an active member in good standing of the California Bar.
� Some in-house legal experience is preferred.
� Experience with handling claims (insured and uninsured) a plus.
� Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing with a variety of contacts.
� Must have excellent drafting and negotiating skills, organizational abilities, business acumen and a strong attention to detail.
� Ability to juggle multiple projects, often under pressure with aggressive deadlines, in an interesting, dynamic, �roll-up-your-sleeves� environment.
� Must show independence and initiative, with the ability to manage projects to closure with minimal supervision and the judgment to know when to ask questions and escalate issues.

If interested, please forward your cover letter and resume to jobs.us@bonhams.com and put in the subject line: Staff Attorney � SF.

Legal Administrative Staff Needed

2009-11-05T08:46:21-08:00

Robert Half Legal seeks experienced file clerks and legal administrators. Must be familiar with legal documents and have previous legal experience. Candidates that do not fit this description will not be contacted. Qualified candidates please email resumes to fatima.silva@roberthalflegal.com.

Litigation Attorney (financial district)

2009-11-05T08:42:08-08:00

LITIGATION ATTORNEY

A national personal lines insurance carrier is seeking an experienced trial attorney to work in-house in their down town San Francisco office.

You will have individual case handling responsibility for up to 45 cases involving the defense of automobile accidents and premises liability matters. There will be ample secretarial and paralegal support. Trial experience is needed as you will likely try several cases a year. There is no billable hour requirement in this congenial office environment. The salary is competitive and the benefits are exceptional, including medical, dental, vision and a retirement plan. The ideal candidate will have five to fifteen years experience in the area of insurance defense and will have excellent writing skills and solid academic credentials.

Only online applications will be accepted and we encourage you to attach your resume as well. You may also include your salary requirements. Please go to statefarm.com/careers and refer to Job ID number 18654.

State Farm Insurance is an equal opportunity employer

(SF) Receptionist/Clerk (financial district)

2009-11-05T08:09:15-08:00

Civil litigation firm seeks a receptionist/clerk to manage correspondence, answer phones, and perform various other clerical duties. The qualified candidate possesses a proven attention to detail and interest in working for a law firm. Prior law firm experience a plus. Submit resume for consideration.

Local Counsel Needed for Consumer Law Firm (Bay Area)

2009-11-05T06:54:20-08:00

We represent consumers throughout the country in the areas of warranty litigation, consumer fraud, odometer fraud, truth in lending violations and landlord/tenant issues. The majority of our case load focuses on the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the Song-Beverly Act. We have many cases pending throughout Northern California and we are looking for local counsel in the San Francisco Bay area to handle routine appearances (CMC, status conference, PMSC, etc.), dispositive motions, mediations, settlement conferences and depositions. If you are interested, please email a cover letter and resume to jbasola@consumerlawcenter.com. We have a network of local counsels in other states that we could supply as references.

To view more details of our practice, visit our site at www.krohnandmoss.com

Associate Attorney-Civil Litigation (walnut creek)

2009-11-04T16:57:47-08:00

Stubbs & Leone is seeking applicants for an associate position with our firm located in Walnut Creek. Our firm specializes in the representation of public entities, such as school districts, colleges and municipalities in employment, personal injury, construction, special education and civil rights litigation. We need an attorney well versed in civil litigation. Must enjoy litigation and have at least 2 and no more then 5 years years of solid civil litigation experience in California including deposition and law and motion experience. Must be member of the California Bar. We offer solid pay, excellent working atmosphere, excellent benefits, including 401k, profit sharing, health coverage and free parking.

Bankruptcy Firm Seeks Spanish-Speaking Bilingual Office Assistant (Fairfield)

2009-11-04T16:44:14-08:00

A prominent bankruptcy firm is seeking to add a Spanish-Speaking bilingual office assistant to its Fairfield location.
Duties include:
~ Answering phones
~ Dealing directly with clients, other staff & attorneys
~ Working in a fast paced team environment
~ Client intake and payments

Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

If you meet our qualifications and are interested in pursuing a career with an industry leader, please submit your resume with the headline:
"Office Assistant / Doc. Review Clerk Applicant - Your Full Name"

Litigation Department Supervisor (San Rafael, California)

2009-11-04T16:40:03-08:00

San Rafael law firm seeks experienced litigation secretary or paralegal to supervise its growing Creditor Bankruptcy Department. Applicants should have proven and consistent job history evidencing solid legal secretary litigation and paralegal skills, and the ability to manage other people. The successful applicant will learn the applicable procedures to manage litigation cases in the department and will report to the managing partner in order to maintain quality control and department procedures.

This position offers the ability to assume responsibility and to work independently with a growing group of dedicated professionals in a challenging, fast paced area of law. The firm represents lenders in creditor bankruptcy and real estate litigation matters.

This position offers an opportunity for advancement. Salary and benefits are competitive.

General Counsel (SOMA / south beach)

2009-11-04T16:36:51-08:00

Women�s Professional Soccer (�WPS�) is the premiere women�s professional soccer league in the world today. Comprised of teams in major markets across the United States, and the top women players from around the world, WPS launched its inaugural season in Spring 2009. We are looking for an experienced attorney with exceptional legal skills and strong leadership skills to head the WPS legal team at the league office in San Francisco. As General Counsel, the ideal candidate will be able to provide counsel on a broad range of critical legal matters in a fast-paced start-up environment. The General Counsel will direct all legal services for the league, and report directly to the Commissioner.

Functional Description
Provide strategic legal advice and support to the Commissioner, the Board of Governors, and league executives, including in the following wide range of areas:

� Corporate matters and governance issues, including amendment of governing documents and management of Board meeting and resolution processes;
� Player issues, including player contracts, player transfer rules, and player discipline;
� Expansion and investment matters, including league and team ownership qualification and admission;
� Business practices compliance, including competition/anti-trust considerations and registrations/filings;
� Negotiation of principal league agreements;
� Intellectual property enforcement, including policing infringements of League trademarks and copyrighted material or broadcasts;
� Employment practices and human resources policies;
� Dispute resolution and litigation avoidance/management;
� CFO support, including providing corporate and legal information and advice for tax, payroll, and budgetary purposes;
� Supervision of all attorneys working for the league including any Associate Counsel, independent contractors, law clerks, and outside counsel.

Qualifications/Skills:

� Full-time attorney, California bar membership preferred;
� 12 or more years of practice (highly qualified candidates with less years of experience may be considered);
� Professional sports industry experience;
� Experience with a leading law firm preferred;
� Strong oral presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively with owners, governors, partners, and senior executives;
� Excellent judgment;
� Business-focused, results-oriented approach utilizing strategic business judgment and the ability to work closely with a diverse group of individuals and organizations, including U.S. and global sports governance organizations and business sponsors and partners;
� Significant experience negotiating and drafting commercial agreements;
� Proactive, flexible, resourceful, and the ability to manage demanding deadlines.

This position opens January 1, 2010. If you are looking to play a key role in a dynamic and challenging professional sports start-up environment, we look forward to hearing from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter via email. Serious applicants only, please.

New Silicon Valley office of East Coast-based firm seeks partners

2009-11-04T16:08:18-08:00

New Silicon Valley office of large East Coast-based general practice firm (with Fortune 500 clients in various industries) is looking to grow by carefully adding partner-level attorneys. Successful attorney candidates will have a mix of trial and federal appellate-level experience from a reputable firm. The ability and willingess to train more junior attorneys in developing the general litigation and IP litigation practices of this new and growing branch office is essential. Ideal candidates will have 7 or more years of law firm experience, and will have demonstrated ability to attract clients and develop business. Successful candidates will also have a minimum of $600,000 in portable business. Compensation package is very competitive, and based on seniority of attorney and portability of business.

Please submit your resume in confidence (and note whether you meet all requirements of posting). You will be contacted to discuss your qualifications before your resume is submitted to the hiring attorneys.

Tax Associate Attorney (financial district)

2009-11-04T14:02:10-08:00

Mid-sized San Francisco based law firm seeking tax associate attorney for mixed transactional tax practice and professional liability litigation practice. Qualified candidates will possess current CPA license. Preference given to those with experience in tax preparation and auditing. Excellent benefits.

USPTO Deposit Account Docketing Assistant (financial district)

2009-11-04T13:24:18-08:00

Townsend and Townsend and Crew LLP, an internationally renowned intellectual property law firm, has an immediate position available for an experienced Docketing Assistant in our San Francisco office.

As a valued Docketing Assistant team member, the selected candidate will be responsible for the management of the firm�s USPTO Deposit Account.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

o Manage/update charges and credits from USPTO Deposit Account Bank Statements
o Research and reconcile charges and credits
o Enter billing information
o Conduct audits to ensure accuracy of data entered
o Ensure quality assurance protocols for data integrity and 2nd eye review
o Responding to attorney and staff inquiries
o Other duties/projects assigned

Candidate Requirements:

o 3+ years of USPTO Deposit Account Docketing experience, law firm experience preferred
o Strong working knowledge of USPTO rules and regulations
o Experience with managing deposit accounts balances and the payment of maintenance/annuity fees
o Must be proficient in Windows-based software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
o Strong working knowledge of docket database systems: IP Manager and Dennemeyer
o Strong working knowledge of billing software: Elite
o Sense of urgency, strong organizational skills and effective time management
o Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
o Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you will communicate with attorneys, all levels of administrative staff and contacts outside the Firm
o Excellent attention to detail, problem solving, editing and proofreading abilities are also key
o Bachelor's degree preferred

For more information and to submit a resume and cover letter (including salary requirement), please visit our Web site at:

http://townsend.com/Join/Administrative/opportunities-admin

Townsend and Townsend and Crew LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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