Associate Attorney (oakland downtown)

PWDF Seeks Managing Attorney to Convert to Legal Director. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FOUNDATION (PWDF) is a small nonprofit agency located in San Francisco that focuses on equal access for individuals with mental and/or developmental disabilities. Applicants should look at website before applying in order to understand the scope of our work and submit a more meaningful cover letter. Compensation: $90,000 to $105,000 base salary for full-time (35 hours per week), DOE. Part-time (80%) will be considered; applicants who are interested in part-time should state so in cover letter. Salary for part-time will be pro-rated. Benefits include health and dental insurance, vacation hours, commuter checks, etc., after 90 days. 6 months probation. This is an on-site position. Duties: The MA will report to the Legal Director (LD) . (1) General Supervisory Attorney responsible for supervision and/or advice to staff attorneys and program manager. Must produce results within 12 months to continue in position. (2) Oversee disability rights issues, including for representation in federal court; social security/SSI disability, employment, education, health care, housing, and related subjects. (3) Oversee legal aspects of seminars, trainings, e-newsletter, training videos, and guest speaking. (4) Remain updated with respect to both law and psychiatry, e.g., read monthly published studies in APA monthly publication. (5) Oversee preparation of advocacy reports for Board meetings. (6) Represent PWDF; e.g., vendor contracts and HR matters. (7) Communicate and coordinate with other organizations serving our target population. (8) Must be able to attend and fulfill duties for occasional liaison meetings, which may be called without due notice. (9) Monitor income and expenses as necessary; prepare reports relating to advocacy side of Agency. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, highly organized, and will possess the ability to work and communicate in diverse communities. Must be reliable, flexible and able to work within administrative deadlines e.g., work with bookkeeper, program managers, attorneys and paralegals/legal assistants. Proficient computer skills required, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Most importantly, candidates must be committed to providing advocacy for people with primarily but not exclusively mental and/or developmental disabilities (DD) and must be willing to work enthusiastically toward achieving PWDF’s Mission. Additional qualifications: Required: 1. Licensed California attorney, minimum of 10 years relevant experience; e.g., civil rights nonprofit experience and litigation in federal court. 2. Exceptional communication skills, ability to write clearly including accuracy for detail. 3. Management experience and a record of achievement in leading teams of people. 4. Preferred but not all required: Experience in Social Security/SSI disability is very helpful, employment, health care, housing, Medicare, Medi-Cal, post-secondary education. Responsibilities: Program Management Leadership and Support: plan for periodic review and modification of programs to meet the continuously changing needs of beneficiaries, and to meet the organization’s goal of fiscal responsibility. Continue to develop collaborative programs with other agencies, and ensure the highest levels of quality and customer service by inspiring staff to perform at their peak. Current affairs and research requirement; responsible for keeping abreast of mental health and disability issues, e.g., keeping up to date in relevant health care articles and governmental agencies’ reports. Fiscal Management: Ensure that the organization’s growth is supported internally in key areas: technology, human resources, and attorney fees. Administrative Management: Maintain culture that fosters cooperation, open and frequent communications, and teamwork. Develop and foster an environment that maximizes employee growth and retention. Human Resources: Recruit, train, manage, and evaluate staff to ensure that resources are maximized and that organizational systems are effective. Other duties as requested. This is at a non-profit organization. PWDF is an EEO and Fair Chance Employer. Principals only. Recruiters please do not contact this job poster. Please do not apply if you do not already live within commuting distance. To apply, submit cover letter, resume and writing sample. NO CALLS PLEASE.

We are a boutique law firm focused on consumer protection and mortgage-related litigation, seeking a temporary law clerk to support our practice. This is a hands-on opportunity for a recent law graduate awaiting results from the July 2025 California Bar Exam. About the Role: As a law clerk, you will assist with legal research, drafting, and litigation support in complex cases involving wrongful foreclosure, predatory lending, mortgage servicing abuses, along with other general real property matters. The work is meaningful, fast-paced, and client-centered. Responsibilities: Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, and motions Conduct legal research on consumer protection statutes, regulations, and case law Assist with discovery review, trial preparation, and case strategy Attend hearings and client meetings when appropriate Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school Strong research and writing skills Interest in consumer protection, civil litigation, or housing law Eligible to sit for the California Bar or awaiting results Potential for Advancement: This is a temporary position, but there is strong potential for a permanent associate role contingent on Bar passage and demonstrated excellence in the role. To Apply: Please send a resume, brief cover letter, writing sample, and law school transcript (unofficial is fine). Interviews will begin immediately. Compensation is $35-40 per hour, depending on experience.

I am a victim of a bed bug case looking for a lawyer who would represent me in court. It has been several years since the case was brought to court. I need a strong lawyer to represent me in court. I had two lawyers with this same case up until last month. But, they weren't good enough because they sounded like they all represented the other party, the landlord. They tried to push me instead of pushing the other party. Unfortunately, I know how a lawyer should act. The hard work has been done already in this case, and I have time until January next year, the next court date. A contingency fee agreement is preferred. If you are in good moral standing and willing to help me in this case, please text me with "Bed Bug." Thank you.

Hi, We have need of an Attorney Practitioner with Strategy, Editing, maybe Research, Whatever your interest. Set your own hours. . Work remote (from home). Please send resume or experience or ability or wish list. . . . . No Responsibilities: * access to law database helpful. ( we pay your membership) * maybe ghostwrite for legal pleadings or help direct others.. * help with discovery or deposition experience. (general litigation in Phila.) * maybe appearance work … (Maybe experience in: Personal injury, litigation, Fed Court, Bankruptcy and some Appeals work if you desire) Thank you for your interest.

Compensation: Salary Employment type: Full-time Job title: Receptionist/Office Administrator This office is an established law firm of thirty-six (38) years in downtown San Jose, specializing in Personal Injury, Criminal and Probate litigation. We have an immediate opening for a full-time receptionist, with the potential for growth in the industry. The ideal candidate should possess a team player mentality, enjoy working directly with clients, and have excellent customer service skills. We hope to fill this position with someone who is self-driven and motivated to work in a law office setting. The position puts the applicant in as the first-person having contact with individuals coming into the office, so professional attire, appearance and attitude are critical. The person taking on this position will have responsibilities that include: *Answering phones and performing client intakes *Scheduling meetings/organizing calendars for busy attorneys *Assist in responding to client emails and phone inquiries *Opening and closing litigation files *Processing all incoming mail, faxes and deliveries *Providing backup support for the legal assistants In addition to having exceptional communication skills and the ability to work well with others, an applicant must possess the following additional skills: *Outstanding customer service skills *Minimum of 2 years customer service experience *Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred but not required. *Excellent writing and proofreading skills *Efficient with MS word, Excel, Power Point, File Explorer, Outlook, Excel, Adobe Acrobat *Ability to pay close attention to detail *Skilled at multitasking in a fast-paced environment *Strong Punctuality *Well Organized The position comes with excellent benefits, vacation, medical and the opportunity to advance and to learn new skills and to maximize the individual’s potential in the workplace. Bilingual people encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Karen Flores at kflores@pdaplc.com. Serious inquiries only. No resumes will be considered if cover letter is not included.

Experienced SF Bay Area sole practitioner and active litigator seeks legal research assistance from a California based contract research attorney for a variety of as-needed research projects. Looking solid experience with CA Civil Code, Evidence Code and CCP - as well as a good understanding of the needs of trials - to assist with Trial Briefs, Motions in Limine for trials, Supplemental/Mini trial briefs, post-CCP 998 motions, occasional discovery motions, etc., etc. Good analytical and writing skills needed. Verifiable references required. Please send a CV as well as rate.