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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) to join a national law firm across multiple U.S. offices.
Available Locations: Century City, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Orange County, San Francisco
Overview Direct Counsel is recruiting a mid-level real estate associate attorney to join a high-performing Real Estate Group. Candidates should have strong experience in acquisitions, dispositions, real estate development, land use and zoning, and commercial leasing. Familiarity with real estate financing is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage small-to-mid sized matters and key portions of larger transactions.
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Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition, disposition, development, leasing, and land use agreements.
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Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties.
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Support the team in real estate transactional work, including due diligence and project coordination.
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</ul>
Qualifications
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2–4 years of real estate transactional experience (large law firm preferred; boutique experience considered).
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Membership in the Texas or Florida Bar, or eligibility to be admitted.
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Strong oral and written communication, research, and organizational skills.
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Ability to work efficiently in a collaborative team environment.
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Compensation The anticipated salary range for this role is $235,000 – $365,000, depending on experience and location.
Benefits Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid family leave, paid time off, flexible spending and health savings accounts, mental health support, transportation benefits, childcare support, tuition assistance, and optional supplemental insurance programs.

Real Estate Associate Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionWhat you will be doing: Join our team as a motivated workers' compensation defense attorney. Work in a fully remote/work-from-home capacity. Occasionally travel to the WCAB as required. Experience you will need: A minimum of 5+ years of defense experience. Workers' compensation experience. Candidates must reside anywhere in the State of California. Holds an active California Bar license.

Associate Attorney with Workers' Compensation/Defense Experience

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is seeking an Emerging Companies &amp; Venture Capital Associate Attorney (Mid-to-Senior Level) to join a national law firm across multiple U.S. offices.
Available Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Century City, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Princeton, Richmond, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Tysons, Washington, D.C., Wilmington
Overview Direct Counsel is recruiting a mid-to-senior level corporate associate attorney to join the Emerging Companies &amp; Venture Capital team. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of experience in sophisticated corporate transactions, with a focus on venture capital, emerging company representation, mergers &amp; acquisitions, and technology company transactions.
Key Responsibilities
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Advise emerging growth companies and venture capital investors on corporate governance, financing, and transactional matters.
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Draft, negotiate, and review investment agreements, M&amp;A agreements, stockholder agreements, and other corporate documents.
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Support mergers &amp; acquisitions and venture financing transactions from inception through closing.
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Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and cross-disciplinary teams on strategic and complex matters.
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Qualifications
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4–6 years of corporate and venture capital experience at a national or large law firm.
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Experience with technology-focused clients preferred.
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JD from an accredited law school and active membership in the bar of the state where practicing.
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Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently in a collaborative team environment.
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Compensation The anticipated salary range for this role is $265,000 – $390,000, depending on experience and location.
Benefits Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid family leave, paid time off, flexible spending and health savings accounts, mental health support, transportation benefits, childcare support, tuition assistance, and optional supplemental insurance programs.

Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Associate Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney (Licensing) to join a leading Am Law 100 firm in its San Diego office.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an associate attorney interested in sophisticated licensing, commercial contracting, and technology transactions within the life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and software sectors.
About the Role
The Licensing &amp; Technology Transactions team works closely with cutting-edge companies developing groundbreaking technologies and therapeutics. As a Corporate Associate Attorney, you will draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, support strategic corporate transactions, and advise clients on intellectual property, regulatory considerations, and deal structures across all stages of the product and company lifecycle.
This role offers substantial client contact, the ability to interact with scientists and business leaders, and meaningful responsibility on impactful transactions.
What You’ll Do
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Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including:
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Licensing, collaboration, development, and research agreements
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Clinical trial, manufacturing, supply, and service agreements
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Patent license agreements and IP assignments
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Material transfer agreements, NDAs, and distribution agreements
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Strategic alliance and commercialization arrangements
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Advise clients on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and compliance issues
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Conduct due diligence on IP assets and contractual obligations in corporate transactions
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Review high-volume commercial documents such as confidentiality agreements and terms and conditions
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Collaborate with scientists, executives, and cross-functional business teams to align legal strategies with operational and commercial goals
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Stay current on regulatory and legal developments affecting life sciences and technology transactions
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What We’re Looking For
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A highly skilled Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts for life sciences or technology clients
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Strong understanding of intellectual property issues, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights
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Experience with software licensing, SaaS agreements, and technology transactions preferred
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Familiarity with data privacy considerations and emerging issues involving AI
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Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain exceptional attention to detail
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A collaborative mindset and professionalism when working with clients, colleagues, and cross-disciplinary teams
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Qualifications
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JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school
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Admission to practice in California (or eligibility to sit for/admit via reciprocity)
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Background in biology, immunology, biochemistry, or a related scientific field strongly preferred
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Experience supporting biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, digital health, or related technology clients
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Compensation &amp; Benefits
The annualized salary range for this Associate Attorney position is $260,000 – $310,000, depending on experience and other permitted job-related factors. Attorneys are bonus-eligible and receive access to a comprehensive benefits package.

Corporate Associate Attorney (Licensing)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
A nationally recognized civil litigation defense firm is seeking a 2+ year Associate Attorney to join its expanding insurance defense practice in California. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to grow within a collaborative team and gain hands-on litigation experience from day one.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate will have experience in:
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<li>General civil litigation</li>
<li>Insurance defense (open to any relevant experience within insurance defense)</li>
</ul>
You must be licensed in Cali - no exception. This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office work three days per week.
What You’ll Do:
Associates work closely with senior attorneys and play an active role in all phases of litigation, including:
<ul>
<li>Rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses</li>
<li>Case evaluation, strategy, and reporting</li>
<li>Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery</li>
<li>Depositions</li>
<li>Trial preparation and support</li>
</ul>
This firm is the “go-to” litigation partner for numerous domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as a wide range of private clients. You’ll gain exposure to diverse, high stakes matters while developing strong advocacy and strategic thinking skills.
What They’re Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>Strong research, writing, and analytical skills</li>
<li>California bar license (required)</li>
<li>Familiarity with insurance defense work and carrier reporting/billing guidelines is a plus</li>
<li>A team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across practice groups and offices</li>
</ul>
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
<ul>
<li>Modern, flexible work environment (hybrid + flexible WFH policy)</li>
<li>Nationally recognized commitment to diversity and inclusion</li>
<li>Supportive culture with opportunities to learn from experienced trial attorneys</li>
<li>Variety in your workload across multiple practice areas</li>
</ul>
Compensation &amp; Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary, commensurate with experience</li>
<li>Bonus potential</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan</li>
<li>Unlimited PTO</li>
<li>Professional development and mentorship programs</li>
</ul>
Solid Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Civil Litigation Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 XQ Institute is the nation's leading organization dedicated to rethinking the high school experience so that every student graduates ready to succeed in life. We work in communities nationwide, with individual schools and entire school systems, to help them dream big about what high school could be, turn their innovative ideas into action, and create more rigorous and equitable schools.
The Opportunity 
The Contracts Manager will report to the Legal Operations Director. This key role will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of contracts, from reviewing and verifying contract requests, negotiation and drafting, preparing executive summaries, managing legal records, and monitoring to ensure compliance. The role will also optimize and update documentation and training on the contract process at XQ, and ensure smooth and efficient contracting. 
This position requires strong proficiency in project management, process improvement, technical legal platform aptitude, a detail-oriented professional, a flexible and solutions-oriented mindset, and experience supporting legal and/or non profit organizations. 
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Contract Administration
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<li>Oversee end to end contract administration: ensuring matters are entered accurately into Ironclad. Shepherd new contract requests and renewals, which includes verifying contract inputs, compiling relevant programmatic exhibits, working closely with vendors to verify accuracy of contract documents, and processing signature collection. </li>
<li>Review, redline, and draft various third-party commercial agreements (e.g., consulting agreements, SOWs, venue/hotel, event, SAAS, NDAs).</li>
<li>Monitor, review, and proactively support XQ team members with upcoming contract renewals and contract terminations. </li>
<li>Manage contract archival and executed document storage, ensuring quick retrieval of documents for XQ’s Legal and Finance teams, and for other XQ team members. </li>
<li>Serve as the primary point of contact on questions related to contract process status and Ironclad.</li>
<li>Identify, recommend and implement, with the Legal Operations Director, improvements to contract processes and legal system workflows.</li>
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Legal Processes
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<li>Support organizational leadership by preparing weekly contract packets for signing moments, coordinating meetings, and task-tracking &amp; ensuring completion.</li>
<li>Support Legal Operations Director (LOD) with managing organization’s Salesforce grants management database and updating Google Drive grant records.</li>
<li>Support CLO and LOD with special projects, as needed.</li>
<li>Support and co-drive legal training initiatives including co-leading training sessions on updated contracting processes. Additionally, providing individual trainings on key contracting tracking tools and supporting LOD in optimizing Ironclad for easier end-user navigation.</li>
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Records Management
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<li>Oversee the organization and maintenance of all contracts and contract correspondences; including standardization of naming conventions, consistent folder filing system, and tagging all related contract records (e.g., amendments and email extensions) to vendor’s precedent agreement.</li>
<li>Ensure contract records are populated with all necessary meta-data before archiving, and updating metadata as agreements are extended or amended.</li>
<li>Ensure Ironclad and BOX – systems of record – are optimized for maximum efficiency for internal end users.</li>
<li>Respond promptly to all requests for contract records from both internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Support XQ Finance with W-9 collection and vendor verifications in contract flow.</li>
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Platform Management
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<li>Make continual updates to Ironclad workflows with an eye towards efficiency.</li>
<li>Support LOD in making workflow updates to other key departmental software systems including DocuSign, Google Drive, and Salesforce. </li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
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<li>4+ years of experience with legal contracts management, legal operations, or legal project/case management </li>
<li>Prior experience with Ironclad, DocuSign, Salesforce, Microsoft Office &amp; Google Suite highly desired.</li>
<li>Agile, accurate, resourceful, responsive </li>
<li>Great project management skills </li>
<li>Detail oriented, curious and analytical thinker </li>
<li>Strong administrative organization skills</li>
<li>Familiarity with legal agreements, commercial vendor contracts, and/or grant agreements . </li>
<li>Clear, concise communication, presentation, and collaboration skills </li>
<li>Self-motivated with the ability to set long-term and day-to-day priorities and manage multiple competing tasks in an effective and efficient manner </li>
<li>Comfortable working with flexibility in an agile customer-service-oriented environment </li>
<li>Discreet and familiar with navigating legally sensitive or confidential matters </li>
<li>Paralegal experience a plus</li>
</ul>
Benefits
Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt role with a competitive salary, commensurate with experience. XQ Institute offers a generous benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Compensation range: $140 - 155K
Location
XQ is based in Oakland, CA with offices in Washington DC, LA, and New York. This role will be based in Oakland, CA onsite 5 days per week.

Contracts Manager

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
A nationally recognized civil litigation defense firm is seeking a 2+ year Associate Attorney to join its expanding insurance defense practice in California. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to grow within a collaborative team and gain hands-on litigation experience from day one.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate will have experience in:
<ul>
<li>General civil litigation</li>
<li>Insurance defense ( variety of practice areas) </li>
</ul>
You must be licensed in Cali - no exceptions. This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office work three days per week.
What You’ll Do:
Associates work closely with senior attorneys and play an active role in all phases of litigation, including:
<ul>
<li>Rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses</li>
<li>Case evaluation, strategy, and reporting</li>
<li>Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery</li>
<li>Depositions</li>
<li>Trial preparation and support</li>
</ul>
This firm is the “go-to” litigation partner for numerous domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as a wide range of private clients. You’ll gain exposure to diverse, high stakes matters while developing strong advocacy and strategic thinking skills.
What They’re Looking For
<ul>
<li>Strong research, writing, and analytical skills</li>
<li>California bar license (required)</li>
<li>Familiarity with insurance defense work and carrier reporting/billing guidelines is a plus</li>
<li>A team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across practice groups and offices</li>
</ul>
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
<ul>
<li>Modern, flexible work environment (hybrid + flexible WFH policy)</li>
<li>Nationally recognized commitment to diversity and inclusion</li>
<li>Supportive culture with opportunities to learn from experienced trial attorneys</li>
<li>Variety in your workload across multiple practice areas</li>
</ul>
Compensation &amp; Benefits
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary, commensurate with experience</li>
<li>Bonus potential</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan</li>
<li>Unlimited PTO</li>
<li>Professional development and mentorship programs</li>
</ul>
Solid Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Media &amp; Entertainment Litigation Associate Attorney to join a leading media and entertainment law firm with offices in Culver City, Downtown Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
This opportunity offers the chance to work with one of the most respected practices in the industry—representing high-profile clients across entertainment, media, and technology, and engaging on cutting-edge issues shaping modern content.
About the Role
The firm is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney who is passionate about litigation, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to meaningfully contribute to high-impact matters. Associates are given substantial responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and the ability to work closely with experienced partners on sophisticated, often high-visibility cases.
What You’ll Do
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Represent major companies and creators in the entertainment, media, and technology sectors
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Handle innovative legal issues involving film, television, streaming platforms, digital content, and emerging technologies such as AI
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Lead and support key litigation functions, including discovery, research, writing, motion practice, and strategic case development
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Assist with counseling and advisory matters for prominent industry clients
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Work collaboratively with partners, fellow associates, and junior team members
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What the Firm Offers
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Strong Culture &amp; Mentorship: A supportive environment where Associate Attorneys are developed and empowered
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Innovative Practice: Exposure to cutting-edge issues in a rapidly evolving media landscape
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Collaborative Team: A collegial, team-oriented culture where your contributions are valued
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Long-Term Growth: A firm known for strong engagement and retention, with clear opportunities for advancement
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</ul>
What We’re Looking For
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A highly skilled Associate Attorney with strong analytical and writing abilities
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A detail-oriented litigator experienced in discovery and motion practice
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A creative problem-solver with a client-focused approach
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A collaborative team player who thrives under pressure
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Someone proactive, driven, and committed to exceptional client service
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</ul>
Qualifications
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3–5 years of litigation experience
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Strong brief-writing and analytical skills
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Experience handling complex matters, including discovery and motion work
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Admission to the California Bar
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Experience in media, entertainment, or IP litigation is helpful but not required
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</ul>
Compensation &amp; Benefits
The annualized salary range for this Associate Attorney position in San Francisco or Los Angeles is $225,000 – $290,000, depending on experience and other permitted job-related factors. Full-time attorneys are eligible for:
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Annual bonus consideration
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage
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HSA and FSA options
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401(k) participation
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Paid vacation, 80 hours of annual sick time, and 10 paid holidays
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Long-term disability and life insurance
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A range of voluntary benefits, including additional insurance options
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Access to commuter and transit programs
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