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Hickey Smith Dodd is seeking a California Personal Injury Insurance Defense Attorney with significant trial experience. We are a technology-enabled law firm with a nationwide footprint. Our insurance defense practice group has seen significant growth in California over the past few years and our growth is continuing. We are currently seeking a trial attorney with a minimum of 12 years of insurance defense experience, with subject mat
Job Title: Senior Patent Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Senior Patent Attorney will be part of the patent prosecution team within the law firm, specifically at the San Francisco office. This role involves significant responsibilities and independence, along with appropriate training and oversight. Key responsibilities include: - Drafting and prosecuting . and worldwide patent applications. - Working directly with inventors and scientists, necessitating strong oral com
Job Title: Senior Patent Agent Job Responsibilities: - Engage in patent prosecution as a senior patent agent or attorney with over seven years of experience. - Draft and prosecute US and worldwide patent applications, working directly with inventors and scientists. - Manage patent portfolios and collaborate with cross-functional teams. - Utilize patent databases and search tools effectively. - Maintain strong organizational and writing skills, intellectual curiosity, and exc
Job Title: 2027 2L San Francisco Summer Associate Job Responsibilities: The 2L Summer Associate position at the law firm involves a comprehensive experience of working in a legal environment. The role includes engaging in complex work for market-leading clients and participating in various legal activities such as drafting motions and contracts, assisting with pro bono matters, and preparing for and attending client meetings, depositions, negotiations, and trials. Summer Ass
Job Title: Business, Property and Construction Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Business, Property and Construction Attorney will join the Business, Property and Construction Law Practice Group at a mid-sized education law firm. The role involves working closely with experienced attorneys to address the diverse legal needs of California public school districts in both transactional and litigation contexts. Key responsibilities include: - Providing guidance on compliance
Job Title: Construction Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Construction Attorney will join the Business, Property and Construction Law Practice Group at a mid-sized education law firm that represents school and community college districts. The candidate will be responsible for handling various legal matters related to public procurement and contract negotiation. Key responsibilities include: - Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts such as construction
Job Title: Associate - Insurance Recovery Job Responsibilities: - Work on insurance coverage matters on behalf of policyholders. - Maximize the value of insurance for clients. - Litigate and resolve coverage disputes. - Establish risk management strategies. - Structure insurance programs. - Draft policy language that safeguards clients' interests. Education and Experience Information: - 2-6 years of experience working on insurance coverage matters. - Experience should be sp
Job Title: Client Account Specialist (Flexible Hybrid in SF Bay Area) Job Responsibilities: The Client Account Specialist is responsible for supporting the delivery of quality legal services to clients by performing several critical functions. This role involves providing comprehensive support to all billing and collections activities. Key responsibilities include: - Tracking special agreements related to billing and collections. - Solving problems and responding to inquiri
Job Title: Insurance Fraud Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Manage discovery involving complex white-collar cases, including propounding and responding to discovery, as well as taking and defending depositions. - Oversee a complex fraud litigation caseload and execute litigation strategies throughout all phases of the case. - Develop and deliver arguments in complex insurance fraud matters. - Maintain proactive communication with clients, offering detailed analyse
Job Post Title: Law and Motion Associate Locations: Offices in Los Angeles, Costa Mesa, and San Francisco, California Remote Work Flexibility: Experience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. The infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere. About the Company:
Senior Litigation Attorney Job Title Senior Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities Analyze, assess, and execute litigation strategies through all stages of litigation. Conduct examinations under oath (EUO), take depositions, propound and respond to written discovery. Develop and deliver arguments and represent clients in complex litigation matters. Maintain proactive communication with clients, offering detailed liability and damage analyses. Represent clients in litiga
Job Title: Associate (3 – 5 years) - Private Equity Transactions Job Summary: The law firm, a leading global law firm, is seeking a highly skilled and self-driven Private Equity Associate to join its dynamic team. As a Private Equity Associate, the candidate will play a crucial role in providing legal counsel and support to clients engaged in private equity transactions. The firm is seeking a mid-level associate with three to five years of proven experience representing...
Job Title: Fellowship Applicant Job Responsibilities: - Participate in a fellowship program at a law firm, beginning in the fall of the following calendar year. - Engage in legal work and activities as assigned by the law firm, which may include drafting legal documents, conducting research, and participating in meetings. - Complete a writing exercise as part of the final selection process, which involves drafting a memo based on a fact pattern and a closed universe of autho
Job Title: Temporary Senior Graphic Designer Job Responsibilities: - Create initial design concepts, formatting, and production of artwork in a variety of media for both digital and print communications. - Develop high-level, bespoke PowerPoint solutions for client-facing presentations. - Design evolving concepts for all required materials while maintaining the law firm’s brand standards. - Produce display and signage design concepts/production as appropriate for events an...
Job Title: Research Analyst Job Responsibilities: Primary: - Conduct comprehensive legal and non-legal research using suitable print and online resources. Collaborate with other Research Analysts to ensure quality service across all offices. - Lead special projects and initiatives as directed by the Director of Research & Knowledge Services. - Train attorneys and staff on the cost-effective use of electronic resources. - Conduct formal orientations of department services fo
Job Title: Summer Associate Job Responsibilities: The primary role of a Summer Associate at the law firm is to engage in meaningful legal work under the guidance of experienced attorneys. Summer Associates are expected to contribute to various legal projects, gaining hands-on experience in different practice areas. Key responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting documents, and participating in client meetings. Summer Associates may also be involved in case p
Job Title: Legal Project Manager Job Responsibilities: - Assist legal teams and practice groups in delivering legal services for complex, high-profile client engagements using project management methods and tools. - Provide project management oversight, principles, methodologies, and tools for internal and client-facing projects with limited complexity. - Manage assigned projects and associated activities to ensure resources are allocated effectively to produce planned deli
Job Title: 2027 2L San Francisco Summer Associate Job Responsibilities: The Summer Associate program at the law firm is designed to provide an immersive experience in the practice of law and the firm's culture. The program offers a comprehensive range of opportunities including: - Robust training and development - Engaging work assignments - Pro bono opportunities - Mentorship and relationship building - Community engagement - Participation in social and networking
Job Title: Private Funds Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) Job Responsibilities: - Work within the Private Funds Practice Group, engaging in the formation and operation of private funds such as private equity, venture capital, credit, impact, and real estate funds, as well as limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and joint ventures. - Tackle complex legal challenges and work on high-profile matters with top-tier clients. - Communicate complex legal matters concisel
Job Title: Labor & Employment Associate Job Responsibilities: The Labor & Employment Associate at the law firm will be responsible for handling a variety of employment-related legal issues. Key responsibilities include: - Managing single-plaintiff employment litigation cases such as workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination lawsuits. - Handling class action and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) cases. - Drafting pleadings, conducting dis
Job Title: Associate in Labor & Employment Practice Group Job Responsibilities: - Join the Labor & Employment Practice Group at the law firm. - Handle a mix of employment or other complex litigation defense, which may include: - Class and representative actions - Single-plaintiff actions - Traditional labor law - Employment counseling - Collaborate effectively as part of a team across different offices. - Contribute to a growing and thriving practice. Education and Expe
Job Title: Real Estate Finance Associate Job Responsibilities: - Work on sophisticated real estate lending transactions as part of the national real estate finance team. - Engage in drafting and negotiations related to real estate finance deals. - Collaborate effectively within the team and maintain a strong desire for teamwork. - Assume significant responsibility in managing transactions and client interactions. - Exposure to balance sheet bank lending work is preferred but
Job Title: Associate - Business and Tort Litigation Job Responsibilities: - Engage in commercial litigation within the Business and Tort Litigation practice. - Collaborate as part of a team in a growing and thriving litigation group. - Handle client interactions, providing substantial client engagement. - Take on significant responsibility within case management and litigation processes. - Utilize deposition, hearing, and trial experience to support case outcomes. - Demonstr
Job Title: Real Estate Litigation Paralegal Job Responsibilities: The Real Estate Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for supporting a range of commercial and residential real estate matters with a focus on litigation. Key responsibilities include: - Assisting in litigation matters such as foreclosures and enforcement of judgments. - Supporting motion and trial preparation, including organizing trial exhibits and maintaining case materials. - Handling real estate closin
Job Title: Docket Clerk/Office Services Clerk Job Responsibilities: - Maintaining and organizing legal records and case files to ensure accuracy and accessibility. - Tracking court dates, hearings, and filing deadlines in the calendar. - Filing legal documents. - Monitoring critical deadlines and providing timely reminders to attorneys and staff. - Managing incoming and outgoing mail, including FedEx, and other courier services. - Providing general office support such as cop
Senior Counsel – Litigation Job Title Senior Counsel – Litigation Job Responsibilities The Senior Counsel in Litigation at the law firm is responsible for a variety of tasks within the Litigation Practice Group. This position is integral to the firm's efforts in handling complex insurance claims and representing clients in high-stakes litigation cases. The essential job duties include: - Overseeing complex insurance coverage litigation and managing multiple cases fro...
Job Title: Mid-Level Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Report to the California Litigation Partner. - Work from the San Francisco office. - Delegate tasks and ensure deadlines are met, managing junior team members. - Engage in varied activities with multiple, simultaneous projects offering learning opportunities. - Utilize expertise-based problem-solving skills to provide innovative solutions. - Maintain established standards of quality and accuracy, ensuring qualit
Job Title: Partner - Construction Defect Job Responsibilities: The Partner in Construction Defect at the law firm is expected to fulfill several key responsibilities that contribute to the success and growth of the firm. These include: - Leading and managing construction defect cases, including running files, managing clients, and maintaining carrier relationships. - Participating in the firm's supportive culture and contributing to a diverse environment built on respect, m
Job Title: Account Operations Specialist Job Responsibilities: - Maintain rejections and pending invoices under a set threshold. - Assist with monthly departmental collections targets by monitoring invoice validations, approvals, reductions, and rejections of e-bills to ensure full and timely payment. - Adhere to client deadlines for invoicing, accruals, and budgets. - Manage onboarding for assigned clients migrating to e-billing or switching e-billing vendor sites. - Update
Job Title: Business Development Analyst Job Responsibilities: The Business Development Analyst at the law firm will provide essential tactical and administrative support to the Business Development team, which focuses on marketing and business development opportunities for a select group of partners within the Corporate Department. Specific responsibilities include: - Preparing research materials and documents for attorney pitches, events, client meetings, and other busines
Job Title: Billing Assistant Job Responsibilities: - Generating Work-In-Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (A/R) reports. - Reviewing time entries on pre-bills and requesting revisions for insufficient entries. - Processing edits of attorney’s time entries. - Assisting with the month-end and year-end close process for the billing department. - Transferring attorney’s time between client matters. - Participating in the customer support process. - Gathering and organiz...
Job Title Attorney – Junior Associate Job Responsibilities The Junior Associate Attorney will be responsible for a range of legal tasks and duties essential to the practice within the law firm. The candidate will be expected to: - Assist in the preparation and drafting of various legal documents, such as contracts, correspondence, and pleadings. - Conduct legal research and provide analysis on various legal issues. - Attend court hearings and client meetings as required...
Job Title: Information Governance Senior Analyst Job Responsibilities: The Information Governance Senior Analyst plays a crucial role within the law firm's Information Governance team. The primary responsibilities include coordinating all main functions of the Information Governance Operations team such as file management (both physical and electronic), file intake, file releases, destruction requests, data access requests, case room management, and records retention. The An
Job Title: Trademark Paralegal Job Responsibilities: The Trademark Paralegal will be an integral part of the Trademark, Copyright, and Advertising Practice, supporting multiple attorneys. Key responsibilities include: - Managing significant trademark portfolios for a diverse range of clients, from startups to major global brands. - Assisting attorneys in the clearance and prosecution of . and foreign trademarks. - Managing domestic and foreign trademarks and conducting i
Job Title: Litigation Associate, Consumer Products, Mid-Level to Senior Job Responsibilities: The Litigation Associate in the Consumer Products practice will primarily represent consumer product companies in addressing private plaintiff demand letters and government inquiries, particularly those involving California Proposition 65 and related issues. The role also involves assisting in the litigation of consumer class actions related to false advertising, consumer deception,
Job Title: Associate Attorney - General Liability Job Responsibilities: - Draft, review, and respond to petitions, complaints, motions, and written discovery. - Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested. - Prepare for and attend depositions. - Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial. - Must be willing and able to bill for hours worked. - Perform any other duties as assigned by the law firm. Education and Experience Information: -
Job Title: 2026 Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate with Judicial Clerkship Experience Job Responsibilities: - Join the Litigation Practice Group at the law firm. - Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on precedent-setting cases across various sectors. - Participate in complex and high-stakes litigation, including areas such as Appellate and Supreme Court, Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, International Arbitration, Product Liability Litigati
Job Title: Real Estate Associate (Mid-Level) Job Responsibilities: The Real Estate Associate (Mid-Level) at the law firm will be primarily responsible for handling various aspects of real estate transactions. Key responsibilities include: - Focusing on acquisitions and dispositions: The associate will engage in buying and selling real estate properties, ensuring all legal requirements and due diligence are met. - Real estate development: Involvement in the legal processes r
Job Title: Principal Cloud Security Engineer Job Responsibilities: - Architect and articulate a scalable and resilient vision for secure public, private, and hybrid clouds. - Lead security architecture design with SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. - Provide guidance and direction on secure design, build, testing, and deployment across cloud infrastructure. - Collaborate with security, architecture, and engineering leadership to support business objectives. - Identify and enforce
Job Title: Client Program Coordinator Job Responsibilities: The Client Program Coordinator at the law firm is tasked with providing high-level support for client program teams. The role encompasses overseeing matter management, contributing to process flow organization, and acting as a liaison between the client, the firm's timekeepers, and interoffice departments. Key responsibilities include: - Running conflict checks and maintaining knowledge management resources. - Deve
Job Title: Associate Director of Practice Management Job Responsibilities: The Associate Director of Practice Management at the law firm is tasked with working in collaboration with the Director of Practice Management, practice group leaders, department chairs, and firm management to provide financial and operational support to the department and practice group leadership. The role involves employing a range of strategic and tactical solutions to enhance the profitability an
Job Title: Principal Cloud Security Engineer Job Responsibilities: The Principal Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for leading the architecture of public, private, and hybrid clouds, providing guidance on secure design, build, testing, and deployment across cloud infrastructure. Key responsibilities include: - Architecting and articulating a scalable and resilient vision for secure cloud environments. - Leading security architecture design with SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. -
Job Title: Revenue Coordinator Job Responsibilities: The Revenue Coordinator is responsible for managing all billing processes for designated billing attorneys. Key responsibilities include: - Managing collections by directly contacting clients for payment of outstanding bills and informing managers and responsible attorneys about potential collection issues. - Providing prompt and accurate assistance to attorneys, clients, and staff in resolving billing problems. - Researc
Job Title: Partner - General Liability Job Responsibilities: The role of a Partner in the General Liability department at the law firm involves several key responsibilities. The partner is expected to manage general liability cases efficiently, which includes running files and maintaining strong relationships with clients and carriers. The partner will work collaboratively with other attorneys within the firm, contributing to a supportive and diverse environment that values
Job Title: Partner - Appellate Job Responsibilities: The role of an Appellate Partner at the law firm involves several key responsibilities aimed at contributing to and enhancing the firm's appellate practice. The primary duties include: - Running files and managing client relationships: The Appellate Partner is expected to independently handle appellate cases, which includes managing the intricacies of each file and maintaining strong, professional relationships with clien
Job Title: Conflicts Analyst (New Business) Job Responsibilities: The Conflicts Analyst is tasked with identifying, analyzing, and resolving conflicts requests, using independent judgment and a comprehensive understanding of business needs. Key responsibilities include: - Analyzing and processing all conflict requests to ensure firm engagements and hires are free from business and ethical conflicts - Preparing database search terms and creating conflicts reports for related
Job Title: Conflicts Analyst (New Business) Job Responsibilities: The Conflicts Analyst is tasked with identifying, analyzing, and resolving all conflicts requests, using independent judgment to meet business needs. Key responsibilities include: - Analyzing and processing all conflict requests to ensure firm engagements and hires are clear from a business and ethical perspective. - Preparing database search terms and creating conflicts reports for related parties, including
Job Title: Professional Liability Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution - Conduct and respond to discovery - Handle depositions and court appearances - Communicate directly with clients and provide timely case status updates Education and Experience Information: - JD degree with excellent academic credentials - Admission to practice in California - Minimum of 4 years of experience in business litigation
Job Title: Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents. - Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy. - Draft and respond to discovery requests and motions. - Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates to ensure comprehensive client support. - Negotiate on behalf of clients to achieve favorable outcomes. - Maintain detailed and accurate client records to ensure proper case management. -
Job Title: Senior Conflicts Analyst Job Responsibilities: As a Senior Conflicts Analyst at the law firm, you will play a crucial role as a core member of the conflicts research staff. Your primary responsibilities will include: - Generating new business conflicts of interest reports using Intapp Open conflicts software and online research tools, following department procedures. - Producing conflicts of interest reports for lateral candidates as required. - Possessing a tho
Job Title: Litigation Associate Attorney (2 - 6 Yr) Job Responsibilities: The Litigation Associate Attorney at the law firm is expected to engage in substantive general litigation work, with responsibilities that include: - Handling dispositive motions and discovery processes. - Demonstrating exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills. - Producing high-quality legal work while maintaining a balance with personal life. - Working in a collegial environment where indi