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Latham & Watkins LLP

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham highly values the experience judicial clerks bring to the firm. We are proud to have an impressive list of former clerks from the US Supreme Court, every federal appellate court, and many federal district courts throughout the country.<br>
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We are currently accepting judicial clerkship applications for 2026 associate positions in the Litigation &amp; Trial Department.<br>
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We award progression credit and a bonus to associates who have completed a qualifying clerkship. Clerks from the US Supreme Court are given an additional bonus.<br>
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>Sherilyn.Chuah@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
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Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
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We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
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 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
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Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
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San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
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Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><br>
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1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
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2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
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3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
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4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
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5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
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6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
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7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
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8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Associate - Judicial Clerk (Lateral)

Associate - Judicial Clerk (Entry-Level)

Inner City Law Center

<div><div><div><p><b>Administrative Clerk</b><br>
PEHP<br>
(Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position)</p></div><br>
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</div><p></p><div><p>Inner City Law Center (ICLC) is a nonprofit law firm located in the Skid Row neighborhood of Los Angeles. We are looking for extraordinary people to help us end homelessness in Los Angeles. Founded on the fundamental principle that every person should always be treated with dignity and respect, ICLC fights for justice for low-income tenants, working-poor families, people who are disabled or experiencing homelessness, people living with HIV/AIDS, and homeless veterans.</p>
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<div><p><b>Position Description</b>: ICLC seeks an Administrative Clerk to join the Preventing and Ending Homelessness (PEHP) team and its growing holistic legal services that stabilize existing housing and remove barriers to housing. The Administrative Clerk will report to the team&rsquo;s Supervising Attorney to ensure that the team is properly functioning to deliver high quality holistic services to clients and is meeting its deliverables.</p>
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<div><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<div><p>The Administrative Clerk will work closely with the team&rsquo;s Supervising Attorneys and Directing Attorney primarily distilling and reporting data to the Supervising Attorneys. Specific job responsibilities will include:</p>
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<div><ul><li>Coordinates with referring organizations, including emails and phone calls with case workers, housing specialists, and potential clients.</li>
<li>Gathers information and documents from third parties.
</li><li>Maintain contact with clients for the purpose of confirming program eligibility and scheduling intakes.
</li><li>Conducts conflict checks.</li>
<li>Opening prescreen into Legal Server and creation of client file on SharePoint</li>
<li>Makes recommendations to the Supervising Attorney about whether to accept representation.</li>
<li>Assigns weekly intakes to attorneys and paralegals on their scheduled intake day.</li>
<li>Handles client communication, coordination, and follow ups in regard to client case.</li>
<li>Makes and connects client with referrals to other resources.</li>
<li>Schedules intakes and follow-up meetings with clients for attorneys and paralegals.</li>
<li>Provide administrative support to the attorneys and paralegals, including assistance with calls to clients, calendaring, copying, filing, mailing, etc.</li>
<li>Calls traffic court clerks and schedules citation arraignments at various LASC courthouses throughout the County.</li>
<li>Obtains signatures via DocuSign or AdobeSign for retainers, releases and other documents. Secures hard-copy files for storage.</li>
<li>Contacts court/admin agency as needed for scheduling or follow-up. o Sets up hard-copy and electronic client folders.</li>
<li>Arranges client/witness attendance (i.e., Uber).</li>
<li>Schedules appointments and coordinates/staffs clinics, and outreach events.</li>
<li>Contacts third parties for the purpose of document gathering or giving notice.</li>
<li>Mentors, guides, and trains colleagues.</li>
<li>Performing other duties as needed</li>
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</div></div><div><div><p><b>Hiring Criteria:</b> Commitment to the mission of the organization and comfortable working with people from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. At least two years of relevant experience in a nonprofit setting. Strong ability to communicate clearly, diplomatically, and effectively, both orally and in writing. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong computer and data management skills. Experience with legal case management systems. Demonstrated ability to organize large amounts of data. Ability to work well with all levels of personnel and support the team&rsquo;s needs. Self-motivated, willing to learn, ability to meet deadlines, and ability to exercise sound independent judgment.</p>
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<div><p><b>Compensation</b>: Hourly compensation ranges from $24.04 &ndash; $36.36 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits.</p>
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<div><p><b>How to Apply: </b>Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the position directly to our website at https://innercitylaw.org/apply/. Applications will not be considered if both resume and cover letter are not provided.<br>
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<div></div><div><i>Inner City Law Center is committed to having a diverse staff and an equitable and inclusive workplace. To read our full DEI Statement, please click </i><i>here</i><i>.</i><br>
<i>All qualified applicants with criminal histories shall be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.</i><br>
<i>To keep our staff and clients safe, ICLC requires all staff to be full vaccinated against COVID-19.</i></div></div></div></div><p></p>

PEHP - Administrative Clerk

Los Angeles Community College District

<div><div><p>Recruitment #25-1023-001</p>
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<div><div><div><b>Date Opened </b></div><div>12/8/2025 08:00:00 AM
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<div><div><b>Filing Deadline </b></div><div>1/9/2026 4:00:00 PM
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<div><div><b>Location </b></div><div>Los Angeles Community College District Office
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<div><div><b>Salary </b></div><div>$17,442.80 - $21,608.58/mo; $209,313.60 - $259,302.96/yr (based on full-time 12-mo position)
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<div><div><b>Job Type </b></div><div>Open &amp; Promotional (Dual)</div></div></div></div><div><br>
</div><div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Definition</b></h2>
<div><p>Provides complex legal analysis, advice and counsel, and representation to executives, administrators, and staff regarding a wide array of legal matters arising from operational issues, practices, decisions, and transactions related to the District and its programs and activities.
</p></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Typical Duties</b></h2>
<div><p>Provides complex legal analysis, advice and counsel, and representation in a wide variety of operational areas including but not limited to:
</p><ul><li><ul><li><p>Academic affairs including intellectual property, academic freedom, and tenure;
</p></li><li><p>Student affairs including student organizations, student discipline, and athletics;
</p></li><li><p>College and District governance including powers, authority, functions, jurisdiction, and rules and regulations;
</p></li><li><p>Financial management including finance, bond financing, non-profit law, and fundraising;
</p></li><li><p>Business management including contracts and purchasing, construction, real estate, land use and leases, joint ventures and commercial collaborations, risk management, and insurance;</p>
</li><li><p>Human resources management including employment, labor relations, discrimination, discipline, and compliance, and;
</p></li><li><p>General governance, including Brown Act, Public Records Act, and Conflict of Interest.</p>
</li></ul></li></ul><p>Conducts complex legal research and investigation of claims and defenses and provides written findings, opinions, recommendations, and memoranda.
</p><p>Proactively identifies potential legal risks to the District to protect the organization from undue legal exposure, liability, and financial loss.
</p><p>Develops, assesses, and communicates alternative legal strategies to District administrators to facilitate informed decision-making and to anticipate and manage legal risks.
</p><p>Provides preventive legal services and counsel to District officials so that all activities comply with applicable laws and District policies.
</p><p>Negotiates complex contracts, agreements, and settlements on behalf of the District which are consistent with District interests, law, and relevant rules of professional responsibility.
</p><p>Composes legal documents such as legal memos, briefs, pleadings, filings, contracts, and agreements.
</p><p>Reviews and responds to correspondence and demands from regulatory and legislative bodies, courts, and outside law firms.
</p><p>Represents the District at judicial and administrative proceedings such as court appearances, appeal hearings, arbitrations, negotiating sessions, and grievance hearings.
</p><p>Coordinates work performed by outside counsel by assisting with case evaluation, producing requested documents and witnesses, and participating in the development of strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentation.
</p><p>Monitors and oversees outside counsel&rsquo;s handling of legal matters, including reviewing discovery, motions, and attending mediations and settlement conferences.</p>
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Coordinates and provides in-service training on legal matters for the purpose of keeping administrators and staff informed of the latest changes in the law and policy and to prevent errors in their application.
</p><p>Assists policy makers by drafting new and amended policies, regulations, and procedures for the purpose of ensuring legal format, intent, and compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
</p><p>Provides work direction to professional, technical, and clerical staff assigned to the Office of General Counsel
</p><p>Provides oversight for completing and filing reports for federal and/or state regulatory agencies in a timely manner.
</p><p>Participates in the management of legal records and documents; responds to public records requests.
</p><p>Attends meetings of the Board of Trustees and Board committees, as assigned, to provide legal analysis and advice on legal and procedural matters.
</p><p>Represents the Office of General Counsel at meetings, workshops, and seminars relating to school legal services.
</p><p>Performs related duties as assigned.
</p></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Distinguishing Characteristics</b></h2>
 <div><p>An <b>Associate General Counsel</b> researches and provides legal advice and counsel on a wide array of legal matters to the Board of Trustees, Personnel Commission, Chancellor, and administrative staff as directed by the General Counsel. Employees in this class address difficult legal or factual questions which are complex because of the absence of clearly applicable precedents or are more highly arguable because of the complexity of the facts or the different possible constructions which may be placed on either the facts or the laws and precedents involved.
</p><p>An <b>Assistant General Counsel</b> researches and provides legal advice and counsel to the Board of Trustees, Personnel Commission, and Chancellor and administrative staff as directed by the General Counsel. Employees in this class address legal questions or factual situations that can be relatively easily resolved in the light of the well-established or easily determinable facts with clearly applicable precedents involved.</p>
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A <b>General Counsel</b> is the executive responsible for providing a vision and strategic plan for the legal services of the District; leading and coordinating the legal affairs of the District; providing legal advice and support to the Chancellor, the Board of Trustees, Personnel Commission, and the District leadership on business, legal, and public policy issues.
</p></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supervision</b></h2>
<div><p>General supervision is received from the General Counsel. Work direction is provided to professional, technical, and clerical staff assigned to the Office of General Counsel. Functional supervision is exercised over assigned outside legal counsel.
</p></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Class Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><p><b>Knowledge of:</b><b>
</b></p><p></p><p>Legal principles, practices, and procedures related to civil, constitutional, contract, employment, administrative, and business law
</p><p>Legal principles and practices applicable to public entities in general and public educational institutions in particular, including open meeting laws</p>
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Methods, procedures and practices used in the conduct of civil litigation
</p><p>Judicial procedures and rules of evidence
</p><p>Methods of legal research
</p><p>Fact-finding methods and procedures
</p><p>Methods and techniques for evaluating legal risks and liabilities and the business and practical consequences of related legal strategies
</p><p>Provisions of federal, state, and local legislation, statutes, codes, procedures and court decisions related to community college education and operations
</p><p>Mission, goals, organization, and key personnel of the District
</p><p>District Board Rules and administrative policies
</p><p>Principles of business and public administration
</p><p>Principles of training
</p><p>Capabilities of computer systems, software, and hardware related to the provision of legal services
</p><p><b>Ability to:</b><b>
</b></p><p>Proactively create and present a plan of action, and independently manage complex legal projects to favorable resolution or conclusion
</p><p>Prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously to meet timing and project needs
</p><p>Analyze complex legal issues and their significance
</p><p>Measure and evaluate risks and the business and practical consequences of alternative legal strategies
</p><p>Proficiently conduct legal research using LEXIS/NEXIS, Westlaw, and other online research tools
</p><p>Synthesize complex legal issues in readily understandable terms for clients throughout the District with different abilities and responsibilities
</p><p>Write complex legal/technical documents such as legal memos, briefs, pleadings, filings, contracts, and agreements
</p><p>Effectively communicate and engage with personnel at many different levels throughout the District, outside legal counsel, business partners, and the public
</p><p>Guide and develop the potential of lower-level attorneys and paralegals
</p><p>Maintain moral and ethical standards that reflect honesty, integrity, credibility, and reliability
</p><p>Travel to various locations within and outside the District
</p></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Entrance Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience</b>
</p><p>Juris Doctor degree from an accredited American Bar Association school of law; and
</p><p>License to practice law in the State of California; and
</p><p>Membership in good standing with the California Bar Association; and
</p><p>Five years of full-time, paid experience in the practice of educational and/or public sector law.</p>
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Special:</b>
</p><p>Must maintain active bar membership in good standing throughout employment with the Los Angeles Community College District.
</p><p>Possession of a Class C California driver's license must be obtained within 10 days of establishing residency in the State of California
</p></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h2>
<div><ul><li>Medical and dental insurance and vision care plans are provided for employees and their dependents.</li>
<li>A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee.</li>
<li>New employees receive 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave.</li>
<li>19 paid holidays per year.</li>
<li>Vacation days accrue annually beginning at 10 days and increasing incrementally to 24 days depending on years of service with the District. Vacation days for management and confidential positions begin at 15, 20, or 24 days.</li>
<li>Other paid time off includes: bereavement leave, personal necessity leave, court subpoena, and jury duty.</li>
<li>Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System. Employees are also covered by Social Security.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Selection Process</b></h2>
<div><p>The examination process may consist of one or more parts which may include a training and experience evaluation, written test, performance test and/or oral interview.</p>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Reasonable Accommodations</b></h2>
<div><p>Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.</p>
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In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is in doubt about their ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, they should always for a position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Associate General Counsel

Law Offices of Gerald S. Ohn, APC

<p>The Law Offices of Gerald S. Ohn, APC is an aggressive plaintiffs' oriented civil litigation Law Firm that seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney for its office in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.</p><p>We seek an Associate Attorney to engage in motion practice; propound and respond to written discovery; take and defend depositions; and conduct oral argument in Court. The Associate Attorney will also have the opportunity to conduct jury trials.</p><p>Our practice areas include toxic torts, habitability, slum housing, consumer class actions, mass torts, business, personal injury, anti-SLAPP, real estate, trial, and appellate litigation in state and federal courts.</p><p>We are seeking a candidate with a passion for the law and the art of advocacy.</p><p>Salary commensurate with experience, plus discretionary bonus.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $100,000.00 - $370,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90017</p>

Litigation Associate Attorney

Goodwin Procter LLP

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h2><div><div><div><p>
Goodwin seeks a highly qualified mid-level associate to join our Private Investment Funds group. Candidate must have general experience both working in teams and in managing substantial components of transactions independently, along with specific experience representing domestic and international venture capital and private equity funds in structuring, formation and operation, as well as in various transactions such as financings, acquisitions and formation of alternative investment structures.</p>
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Candidates applying for associate positions with Goodwin Procter should have outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. California bar admission (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly) required.</p></div></div></div></div>

Technology – Private Investment Funds Mid-Level Associate

Insider Accident Lawyers

<p>Compensation: Base Salary of $120,000 plus Bonus and Commissions</p><p><b>About this job:</b></p><p>This is a great opportunity for a second-year associate attorney with a minimum 1 year of personal injury litigation experience to obtain an entry level attorney position.</p><p>The associate attorney will be working closely with one or more of our experienced litigation attorneys.</p><p><b>Job Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Assist in handling litigation of personal injury cases.</li><li>Assist with discovery and Court Appearances, and Minor's Comp Petitions.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.</li><li>Ability to be organized, and meet deadlines, and work in a fast paced environment.</li><li>For more information about our law firm, please visit our website at www.countrywidetriallawyers.com</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $120,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Associate Attorney - Second Year (Pltf PI)

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