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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3–6 months is required.
 
About the Opportunity
If you’re craving a corporate practice that actually feels different—one that pairs Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial energy with the rigor of a nationally recognized M&amp;A powerhouse—you’ll feel at home here. Our client is one of the most respected technology-focused law firms in the country, advising the companies reshaping how the world works. You’ll join a premier M&amp;A group completing industry-defining transactions across tech and life sciences, while working in a culture known for authenticity, humility, and zero pretense. If you want world-class deal exposure without the rigid hierarchy of traditional BigLaw, this is it.
 
About the Firm
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm known for its deep alignment with technology and life sciences companies—from early-stage startups to global public leaders. The M&amp;A practice has been honored repeatedly as one of the top technology deal teams in the country and has completed over $750 billion in transactions in recent years, including high-profile strategic exits and complex cross-border acquisitions.
 
What sets this firm apart is its unique blend of:
<ul>
<li>Elite deal sophistication</li>
<li>A free-market staffing model that empowers associates to chart their own course</li>
<li>A down-to-earth, West Coast-influenced culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and autonomy</li>
<li>An environment where associates grow quickly, build meaningful relationships with partners, and have pathways both to partnership and to outstanding in-house roles at top technology companies</li>
</ul>
 
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&amp;A Associate with 3–5 years of experience at a leading law firm. This individual will join a highly selective, high-performing M&amp;A group that handles sophisticated transactions across the technology and life sciences sectors.
This role is available in the following offices:
<ul>
<li>New York </li>
<li>Silicon Valley / Palo Alto</li>
<li>San Francisco</li>
<li>Seattle</li>
</ul>
 
Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 3–6 months is required.
 
What You’ll Do
As a mid-level associate in this practice, you will:
<ul>
<li>Work on complex domestic and cross-border M&amp;A transactions, including strategic acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, and multi-party deals</li>
<li>Lead and manage key workstreams, with increasing autonomy as you demonstrate capability</li>
<li>Draft and negotiate transaction documents</li>
<li>Advise clients ranging from hyper-growth startups to global market leaders</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates who invest deeply in associate development</li>
<li>Participate in a free-market staffing environment where you can choose deals and partners that align with your interests</li>
<li>Build expertise across technology and life sciences dealmaking</li>
<li>Contribute to a practice known for speed, sophistication, and incredibly high client service standards</li>
</ul>
 
What Makes This Role Different
<ul>
<li>True free-market model: You choose your work, your partners, and your trajectory.</li>
<li>West Coast culture across all offices: No ego, no pretense, just exceptional attorneys who care about the work and each other.</li>
<li>Accelerated development: Associates here grow faster because they get hands-on, meaningful deal responsibility early.</li>
<li>Top-tier training &amp; mentorship: Through a structured "university" model and practice management support.</li>
<li>Elite client base: You’ll work with the most innovative companies in tech and life sciences.</li>
<li>Realistic career pathways: Many associates successfully move in-house to high-caliber tech clients; others build long-term careers at the firm.</li>
</ul>
 
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required
<ul>
<li>3–5 years of M&amp;A experience at a leading corporate firm</li>
<li>Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction OR eligibility to waive in within 3–6 months</li>
<li>Strong academic credentials from a top law school</li>
<li>Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience managing key parts of M&amp;A deal processes</li>
<li>Experience or interest in technology and/or life sciences</li>
</ul>
 
Preferred
<ul>
<li>Significant M&amp;A deal sheet demonstrating complexity and leadership on workstreams</li>
<li>Exposure to cross-border deals</li>
<li>Prior experience with technology companies, startup clients, or innovation-driven acquirers</li>
</ul>
 
Compensation
Base salary ranges from $260,000 – $310,000 depending on level and location, with eligibility for discretionary bonus. The firm follows a tiered competency-based leveling system aligned with market-leading compensation structures.
Comprehensive benefits include:
<ul>
<li>Medical, dental, vision</li>
<li>Life and disability insurance</li>
<li>Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts</li>
<li>Wellness programs</li>
<li>Hybrid work model (3 days in office)</li>
</ul>
 
Application Details
Please note that if we decide to move you forward into the process we will ask you to provide a deal sheet and law school transcripts.

M&A Associate Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Haight Brown &amp; Bonesteel LLP’s is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented paralegal for its Orange County (Irvine) office. This position requires a daily commute to our office with no remote or hybrid work offered.
 
Haight is a well-established (85 years) civil litigation defense law firm with offices statewide offering outstanding resources. We are a close-knit group of professionals who excel in our practices.
 
Responsibilities:
· Summarize and index documents including medical chronologies and billing summaries in personal injury cases
· Perform legal research
· Prepare court filings, draft and issue subpoenas
· Collect, organize &amp; summarize correspondences, contracts, subcontracts, invoices, plans, drawings, change orders, photographs and large volumes of data in complex litigation
· Review discovery responses from opposing counsel; prepare discovery &amp; deposition summaries and document productions
· Assist attorneys in trial phase of litigation; review local rules of court for the preparation of trial documents including trial notebooks, trial exhibits, draft Motions in Limine; coordinate witnesses for trial appearances
 
Requirements:
· Certificate of completion from a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association
· Strong understanding of the California Code of Civil Procedure
· Experience billing your time at a law firm
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office
 
Job Type: Full-time
 
Salary: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year with an annual $10,000 bonus for those who meet the firm's quarterly billable hour requirement.
 
Our firm culture includes a mix of teamwork, good communication, a work/life balance and career development opportunities.
 
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts
 
All resume submissions are strictly confidential.

Paralegal - Litigation Defense - General Liability 100% in office- no remote

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Step into a firm where business law is not a support function. It is the practice.
 
This California based law firm is known for providing sophisticated, practical business legal services to companies across a wide range of industries. The firm advises closely held businesses, growing enterprises, and established organizations on transactions, licensing, contracts, and day-to-day legal decision making. Clients value the firm’s direct, business-minded approach and its ability to deliver clear guidance without unnecessary complexity.
 
As the firm’s transactional practice continues to grow, it is seeking a Senior Associate up to Senior Counsel to play a key role in advising clients and handling core business law matters.
 
The Opportunity:
 
This is an opportunity for a seasoned business law attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, client contact, and long-term growth within a collaborative boutique environment. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys being a trusted advisor, not just a document drafter.
 
You will work closely with partners and clients on a broad range of transactional and advisory matters, with the autonomy to manage work independently while contributing to a tight-knit team.
 
What You’ll Do:
<ul>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including licensing agreements, service agreements, and other business contracts</li>
<li>Advise on indemnity provisions, risk allocation, and contractual protections</li>
<li>Assist clients with entity formation, governance documents, and structural considerations</li>
<li>Provide ongoing business advice and legal counsel to companies at various stages of growth</li>
<li>Collaborate with partners on complex transactions and strategic business matters</li>
<li>Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on transactional and advisory issues</li>
</ul>
 
What You Bring:
<ul>
<li>J.D. from an ABA accredited law school</li>
<li>Active California Bar membership</li>
<li>6 or more years of business law or transactional experience</li>
<li>Strong background in contracts, licensing, indemnity provisions, and entity formation</li>
<li>Excellent drafting, issue spotting, and negotiation skills</li>
<li>Practical judgment and a business-oriented mindset</li>
<li>Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively</li>
</ul>
 
What You’ll Gain:
<ul>
<li>Compensation: $180,000 to $270,000 DOE, with above market bonuses, and benefits</li>
<li>Flexibility: Hybrid-friendly structure with a focus on results, not face time</li>
<li>Responsibility: Direct client interaction and substantive legal work</li>
<li>Support: Access to experienced partners and a collaborative team</li>
<li>Growth: Opportunity to deepen your business law practice and expand responsibility</li>
<li>Culture: A professional, collegial environment that values quality work and long-term relationships</li>
</ul>
 
Why Attorneys Join and Stay
 
Attorneys choose this firm because it offers real work, real clients, and real trust. There is no large-firm bureaucracy, no artificial hierarchy, and no expectation that success requires burnout. Instead, attorneys build durable practices, work closely with clients, and grow alongside a firm that values clarity, professionalism, and practical legal solutions.

Senior Associate - Business Law & Transactions

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Premier national law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their large Orange County branch office. The ideal candidate will have well-rounded experience with the flow of the litigation process, complex legal requirements, research and drafting, and also trial preparations. If you are a strong paralegal with substantive litigation experience, and are looking to join a firm that fosters continued growth with a congenial / hybrid work environment, please apply for consideration!
 
RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; TASKS
<ul>
<li>Research, gather, and compile data for the preparation of cases, legal documents, case authorities, and legal citations to assist attorneys.</li>
<li>Assisting with trial preparation including exhibits and witness preparation</li>
<li>Draft and or compile information to assist in drafting a variety of documents to support attorneys</li>
<li>Prepare and manage subpoenas and other hearing preparation documents</li>
<li>Assisting with all areas of discovery, including e-Discovery</li>
</ul>
 
 REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>At least 3-5+ years of civil litigation experience in a law firm</li>
<li>Bachelor's Degree and/or ABA Paralegal Certificate</li>
<li>Strong software skills and knowledge, (MS Office), document management software, Relativity, etc.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication skills to communicate with attorneys, staff, and clients</li>
</ul>

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