Open Positions: Professional Staff

Works as part of a dynamic legal team on the front-lines of environmental and water law supporting a group of high-energy attorneys. This critical role keeps the team organized and humming like a well-oiled machine. A successful legal assistant in the Government Group will enjoy being organized, have initiative, follow through, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to be constantly improving how we work. Should be excited about using technology to make systems run more efficiently and effectively. Should be diplomatic, polite, and enjoy working with people.  Experience working in local, state, or federal government is a plus, but not required.
 

Responsibilities and Duties

To succeed in this role, the candidate must:

• Be independent, have a can-do spirit, and be able to manage multiple projects and tasks at a time.
• Take initiative, have great follow through, and enjoy learning and being challenged.
• Maintain attorney calendar by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel; monitor client deadlines, and be proactive in reminding attorneys of priorities and deliverables.
• Prepare correspondence, memos, and other legal documents as directed.
• Work closely with team members to track projects/tasks and organize project-based files and information.
• Assist with document review, proofreading, and editing of various legal documents, correspondence, memoranda and presentations.
• Communicate with clients and team members about deadlines and filings.
• Ensure the orderly management of client files and transmit physical documents to the records department.
• Prepare monthly expense reports for attorneys.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain data integrity.
• Complete conflicts checks and new business forms through electronic intake systems and draft engagement letters.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage client and internal meetings for attorneys.
• Work closely and effectively with the attorneys to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Act as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the attorneys updated.
• Demonstrate excellent independent judgment as well as problem-solving, analytic and communication skills when addressing issues and selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Conserve attorney time by: reading, researching, reviewing, verifying, and routing correspondence, reports and legal documents; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications; organizing client  and attorney meetings; preparing expense reports.
• Represent attorney by diplomatically communicating and obtaining information; following up on delegated assignments; knowing when to act and when to refer matters to attorney.
• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Required Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal technology platforms, such as document management systems, e-filing platforms, and billing software.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities, tasks, and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain flexibility regarding work assignments.
• Ability to work well with others, is collaborative, enjoys variety, and must thrive on the challenge of helping others to complete projects as a team.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.

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 $95,000 to $105,000, 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.

The Marketing Technology Coordinator supports the firm’s marketing and business development initiatives. As a member of the Marketing and Business Development Department, this role focuses on utilizing and maintaining marketing technology systems, including the firm's website content management systems (CMS), client relationship management (CRM) platform, email marketing platform, as well as handling most social media functions. This position reports to the  Director of Marketing.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Website Management:
  • Maintain and update the firm’s website using the CMS platform.
  • Use HTML/CSS to customize and enhance content layout and longevity.
  • Use basic SEO best practices to improve content visibility and engagement.
• CRM Support:  
  • Update and maintain the firm’s CRM database, ensuring accurate data input, relationships, and reporting.
  • Assist in the creation of reports to track the success of marketing initiatives.
• Email Marketing: Collaborate with team members to create email and event campaigns, including registration form processing.
• Digital Marketing: Create and publish internal campaigns to the firm's intranet, and  social media campaigns on the firm's various accounts.
• Business Development: Assist with polishing slide presentations and provide data for survey responses.
• Technology & Innovation: Learn and implement emerging tools—including AI and analytics systems—to enhance the firm’s marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, and 1-2 years of experience in a marketing or technology-focused role with a professional services company.
• Experience with UX and/or digital design, and an interest in leveraging tools such as analytics dashboards, artificial intelligence (AI), search engine optimization (SEO) best practices, and data hygiene best practices.
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., InterAction, Salesforce, HubSpot) and email marketing tools (e.g., Campaign Monitor, Vuture, Mailchimp).
• Basic familiarity with online publishing, multimedia editing tools (e.g. Adobe Create Suite) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic proficiency with HTML/CSS; familiarity with CMS platforms such as Drupal or WordPress is preferred.
• Proficiency with graphic manipulation software (e.g. Photoshop, Canva).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related tools (e.g. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with social media platforms and their best practices.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in data-driven marketing strategies.
• Strong sense of design and User Experience best practices
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to learning and innovation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Salary

Hanson Bridgett offers a competitive salary and benefits. The expected annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.

This position provides advanced administrative and legal support to a team of attorneys specializing in labor and employment law. This role requires a proactive individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks, anticipate needs and maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

This role is based in our Los Angeles office and in-person attendance is preferred and required at least 3 days a week. . On the occasional days when remote work is permitted, it must be agreed upon by the direct supervisor and assigned attorneys. It is an essential function of this role that the employee be available to attend in-person meetings, professional development sessions, or come to the office as needed.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals in the Labor and Employment practice group.
• Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, discovery materials, and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Manage attorney calendars efficiently, schedule client meetings, court appearances, and coordinate complex travel arrangements.
• Handle the filing and e-filing of legal documents in both federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with court requirements.
• Maintain, organize, and update case files, ensuring all documents are properly categorized and filed in a timely manner.
• Monitor and track deadlines, ensuring attorneys are fully prepared for court appearances, hearings, and depositions.
• Assist with billing processes, including time entry and tracking, and submission of attorney hours.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, managing communications on behalf of attorneys.
• Manage client interactions professionally, maintaining strict confidentiality and delivering exceptional client service.
• Prepare high-quality PowerPoint presentations, Excel reports, and other supporting materials for client meetings and internal use.
• Provide support on special projects, research assignments, and additional administrative tasks as requested.

Required Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of legal secretarial experience, preferably within labor and employment law or a related practice area.
• Expert knowledge of legal terminology, court rules, and procedures, with a focus on California law, including local, state, and federal courts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal technology platforms, such as document management systems, e-filing platforms, and billing software.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities, tasks, and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating excellent grammar, attention to detail, and the ability to craft clear, concise correspondence and documents.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also being a collaborative team player when required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability, with a high level of initiative in handling complex or unexpected tasks.
• Uphold a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion when dealing with sensitive information or high-profile cases.
• Flexibility to work overtime or adjust hours as necessary to meet business needs, particularly during critical deadlines or case preparation.

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 $85,000.00 – $105,000.00, 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.

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.