Open Positions: Professional Staff
Non-Discrimination Policy
Hanson Bridgett LLP seeks to ensure a positive and diverse work culture where each person may work and develop professionally to the best of their ability free of unlawful discrimination or prejudice. To this end, the firm is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits unlawful discrimination or prejudice of any kind based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran’s status, mental or physical disability, or pregnancy.
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Attorney Recruiting Specialist
Hybrid: Los Angeles - 2 days in the office
We are seeking an experienced Attorney Recruiting Specialist to join our Attorney Recruiting Department in our Los Angeles Office. This is a full-time position. The Recruiting Specialist will report to the Director of Recruiting and will work closely with other members of the Attorney Recruiting and Human Resources teams. The Recruiting Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of law student recruiting in collaboration with the Director of Recruiting, Recruiting Coordinator, and firm stakeholders, in alignment with the firm's strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Execute legal recruiting initiatives, including the full cycle recruitment of law students, as well as other attorney recruiting efforts and special projects.
- Contribute to the development of the firm's strategic law student recruitment plan and initiatives and implement the same.
- Perform all administrative aspects of the recruiting process including reviewing resumes, scheduling, facilitating and participating in interviews, compiling interview feedback, and providing regular updates to candidates, search firms, and to the Director of Recruiting, Recruiting Manager, Section Leaders, Practice Group Leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure candidates are moving efficiently through the recruiting process.
- Create and maintain positive and effective relationships with law schools, recruiting search firms, and other candidate sources.
- Ensure compliance with hiring policies and NALP guidelines.
- Facilitate the successful integration of summer associates and new lawyers in collaboration with the HR Department and other administrative teams.
- Develop and execute the firm's Summer Associate Program, including overseeing a budget as well as the social and training calendar, assignment process, assignment feedback, mentors, writing coaches, committee meetings, meeting materials, and offer letters.
- Interact directly with candidates, law school representatives, search firms, and firm stakeholders throughout the application and recruitment process.
- Oversee OCIs, seminars, receptions, career fairs, networking events, and other virtual and in-person recruiting events.
- Prepare offer letters, presentation materials, recruiting brochures, and other meeting materials.
- Analyze recruiting trends, outcomes, and metrics, prepare reports; implement strategies and programs in response.
- Maintain applicant tracking system.
- Budget and track department expenses and reimbursements.
- Keep relevant information on the firm's intranet updated.
- Work on special projects and other firm initiatives as needed.
- Perform various assignments at the request of the Recruiting Committee, Managing Partner, Section Leaders, Practice Group Leaders, and Administrative Managers.
Required Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of professional work experience required, including a minimum of 3 years of recruiting experience in a law firm, professional services industry or other similar environment. Specialist-level legal recruiting experience preferred
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year institution required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Document Management Systems, Adobe
- Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems
- Ability to multi-task and carry out projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to take direction from multiple sources and prioritize pressing deadlines
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Professional, courteous and collaborative demeanor
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality
- Takes initiative and is proactive in finding solutions to achieve results
- Regular and predictable attendance is essential (both remote and in-person)
- Availability to work beyond the regular business hours, including evenings and some weekends
- Availability to travel between offices to law schools, and event venues
Salary
Hanson Bridgett offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The annual salary for this California-based role is anticipated to be in the range of $100,000 to $115,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is negotiable and will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Records Clerk
Hybrid: San Francisco 4 days minimum in office - We will pay Commute Fees!
Under direction from the Records Manager and Supervisor, the Records Clerks identify and file all paper and electronic documents, index documents, create new files, shelve files. Process files for storage, transfer or destruction per firm retention schedule, in addition to responding to end-user requests. The Records Clerk position requires that all work be performed in the office.
Primary Responsibilities
- Identify loose documents and place in the correct file or electronic folder, seeking input from end users when clarification is needed
- Work with end users and Records Management team to develop efficient and effective electronic records management practices
- Convert paper documents to PDF for electronic records storage
- Correct errors in records systems and variances from current policies and procedures as they are identified
- Index pleadings conforming to current policies and procedures
- Help maintain a clean and organized Records Room
- Process files and boxes for offsite storage
- Deliver client files to end users or project rooms
- Process files for transfer to new counsel or return to the client
- Communicate with clients regarding disposition of hard copy files at the end of their retention lifecycle
- Process files for destruction per firm retention schedule
- Assist Case Clerks in maintenance and organization of case rooms
- Work to establish good relationships with end users and enhance the service they receive from the Records department
- Adhere to general safety practices and to any unique departmental safety guidelines
- Adhere to and help enforce firm records policies and procedures
- Create new files as needed conforming to firm policies and procedures
Secondary Responsibilities
- Communicate policies and procedures with end users
- Other related tasks and duties as assigned by the Records Manager and Supervisor
Required Skills
- 2-3 years of experience in a law firm or legal environment.
- Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and reliability in work product through excellent attention to detail
- Ability to identify and scan legal documents for content
- Proficiency in electronic records management systems (e.g., iManage Records Manager (IRM), Elite Enterprise, E3, Aderant, File Trail)
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in managing electronic records in DMS and other document databases
- Ability to move boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite of products including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate records policies and procedures verbally and in writing
- Ability to work in teams
- Ability to prioritize tasks in an ever-changing fast-paced environment
- Ability to proactively identify problem areas and communicate them to appropriate individuals with escalation when necessary.
- Ownership and accountability for the quality of all work performed
Additional Qualifications
- Possess ability to work well in both a team atmosphere and independently with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with FileSite/iManage document management systems strongly preferred
- Flexibility within a dynamic office environment, change management skills
Hourly Rate
Hanson Bridgett offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits package. The hourly rate for this California-based role is anticipated to be in the range of $25.65 - $30.77 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is negotiable and will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Professional Development Coordinator
Hybrid: This role can be hybrid from one of our office locations (San Francisco, Walnut Creek, San Rafael, Sacramento or Los Angeles)
The Professional Development Coordinator supports the team of Professional Development with the day-to-day operations of attorney professional development, including but not limited to coordinating continuing legal education (CLE) programs and compliance, firm-wide training and development initiatives, mentorship programs, and the attorney performance evaluation process.
This role offers a hybrid work environment. It is an essential function that the employee be available to attend in-person meetings or to come to the office for other reasons when the need arises. This position requires the individual to reside in California and will have a designation to one of Hanson Bridgett's five office locations.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Prepare and administer all continuing legal education (CLE) paperwork for both internal and external programming.
- Track and maintain CLE compliance for all California attorneys in the learning management system (LMS).
- Compile and distribute review materials while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Schedule and coordinate regular PD meetings, including onboarding meetings for new attorneys; PD meetings with Section Leaders and
- Practice Group Leaders; other department meetings and events as needed.
- Collaborate with the data analytics team to compile and analyze confidential reports on attorney performance and utilization.
- Respond to inquiries related to attorney performance metrics and workload.
- Maintain key departmental documents such as policies, rosters, intranet content, presentations, and reports.
- Conduct market research and prepare reports in multiple formats (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Partner with other firm departments, including IT, Recruiting, Marketing, and HR, to support cross-functional initiatives.
- Work closely with Recruiting, DEI, and HR teams on initiatives that promote a diverse, inclusive, and engaged workplace.
Required Skills, Abilities and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or a combination of education, training, and/or relevant experience supporting program execution in a professional setting.
- Detail-oriented with strong technical capabilities in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- High level of discretion and judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Outstanding organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and systems.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience coordinating continuing legal education (CLE) programs
- Experience with a learning management system (LMS) or CLE tracking database such as viDesktop
Salary
Hanson Bridgett offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The annual salary for this California-based role is anticipated to be in the range of $65,000 to $85,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is negotiable and will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Tax Paralegal
Hybrid: This role can be hybrid from one of our office locations (San Francisco, Walnut Creek, San Rafael, Sacramento or Los Angeles)
This position supports the firm’s Private Client Services Section, providing support to attorneys and clients related to tax election filings and other tax-related matters at the federal, state, local and international level. The individual is responsible for preparing and filing various tax forms with the IRS, maintaining client communications, and ensuring compliance with filing deadlines. This role also involves collaborating with attorneys, clients, and government agencies.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Prepare, file, and track various IRS tax election forms, including Section 83(b), Forms 8832, 8875, 2553, 1023, and SS-4 to obtain EINs.
- Communicate with the IRS, clients, attorneys, and other agencies regarding tax filings.
- Compile, distribute, and track documents for signatures, maintain original records, and oversee document distribution.
- Collaborate with tax group section members and various practice groups to provide support.
- Identify and resolve issues related to tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
- Conduct legal research on federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filing of tax documents and legal submissions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Abilities and Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Paralegal experience in a law firm and/or an established multinational company.
- Strong knowledge of tax regulations and procedures in California and at the federal level.
- Proficiency in legal research tools and government databases.
- Strong interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
- High level of professionalism, with strong organizational skills and responsiveness.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and legal case management software.
Salary
Hanson Bridgett offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The annual salary for this California-based role is anticipated to be in the area $105,000 to $130,000, and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is negotiable, and will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Enterprise Applications Engineer
Hybrid: This role can be hybrid from one of our Bay Area locations (San Francisco, Walnut Creek, San Rafael).
Hanson Bridgett is looking for an Enterprise Applications Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. We welcome candidates with a range of experience levels and will consider those with advanced expertise for a more senior role. In this position, you will play a key part in the implementation, support, and maintenance of enterprise systems and applications, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and security. Under the guidance of the Director of IT Systems and Engineering, you will proactively troubleshoot issues, optimize software deployment, and support endpoint management in alignment with security standards. Your analytical skills and problem-solving mindset will help drive user-focused solutions that keep our team productive and connected.
This role offers the flexibility to work remotely on days when in-office attendance is not required, as determined in agreement with the direct supervisor. Regular in-office presence is required two days per week, plus an additional 2–3 days per month. Employees must also be available to attend in-person meetings, professional development sessions, or other on-site events as needed. This position requires residency in California and can be based in our San Francisco, Sacramento, or Los Angeles office.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide support for the firm’s line-of-business applications as well as Citrix, SQL and SCCM.
- Partner with team members and vendors to resolve issues efficiently while communicating resolutions clearly and professionally.
- Administer the lifecycle of applications, including packaging, updates, deployment, and retirement, keeping alignment with best practices.
- Maintain, update, and optimize images for all workstations and servers to ensure standards and reliability.
- Participate in monthly security patching and updates, ensuring all endpoints are compliant, up to date, and secure. Address out-of-band and emergency vulnerabilities as needed.
- Proactively monitor systems and applications to identify and address issues before they impact users, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
- Act as an escalation point for application-related issues, and helpdesk escalations, providing prompt resolutions, root cause analysis, and recommendations.
- Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, ensuring compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and change management protocols.
- After-Hours Support: Provide after-hours support during maintenance windows, projects, or emergencies as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications
- 5+ years of progressive experience in an application support or a similar role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Candidates with additional experience and advanced expertise may be considered for a senior-level position.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) for OS deployment, application management, and patch distribution.
- Proficiency in administering Citrix, Azure, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
- Knowledge of PowerShell or other scripting languages for task automation.
- Familiarity in administering firm applications such as iManage Work, Microsoft 365 suite, CAM, Litera Desktop Suite, Intune MDM, Zoom.
- Experience with SQL Server, including query writing and database management.
- Knowledge of ITIL practices and industry best standards.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering client-driven solutions.
- Effective communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to balance attention to detail with managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to provide support during after-hours when needed.
Salary
Hanson Bridgett offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The annual salary for this California-based role is anticipated to be in the area of $135,000.00 to $165,000.00, and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is negotiable, and will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.
