Berliner Cohen is a highly respected full-service business law firm in Northern California with an extraordinary track record of finding and retaining the best employees at all levels. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional client service, while upholding a long-standing commitment to our community.
We offer a uniquely positive work environment where attorneys and staff alike share a great working relationship and a strong commitment to our clients and community. The Berliner Cohen culture is driven by a unique set of core values with the team and community top of mind.
Berliner Cohen, LLP is an equal opportunity employer, noted for its congenial work environment and provides a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Berliner Cohen maintains a strong commitment to diversity and being an equal opportunity employer. We provide a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
If you are interested in any of the opportunities below, please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@berliner.com. Qualified applicants will be contacted.
San Jose
Berliner Cohen’s San Jose Employment Department is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of labor law and employment litigation experience.
The ideal applicant desires to be a zealous advocate, has counseled clients and litigated wage and hour cases, class action cases, and employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California. Familiarity with administrative charges, and be familiar with wage laws, leave and compliance matters (FMLA, ADA, wage and hour), policy development, compliance training, and managing pre-litigation disputes.
The successful candidate will possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance and measurable results, and exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills. The candidate must also be a current member of the State Bar of California and in good standing.
An employment attorney with at least three years of experience can reasonably expect to start at $190,000; however, actual compensation will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Applicants must be willing to travel to client sites, work in multiple counties, and travel between firm offices.
Modesto
Berliner Cohen is seeking an experienced employment law attorney with 4-7 years of experience to join the growing Employment Law practice.
The ideal applicant will have counseled clients and litigated wage and hour cases, class action cases, as well as employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California state and federal courts, responded to administrative charges, and be familiar with wage laws, leave and compliance matters (FMLA, ADA, wage and hour), policy development, compliance training and managing pre-litigation disputes.
Applicant must have experience with preparing responsive pleadings, engaging in motion practice, responding to discovery as well as counseling clients on employment law.
Applicant must be willing to travel to client sites, work in multiple counties and travel between firm offices.
The successful candidate will possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance and measurable results with exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills.
An employment attorney with four to seven years of experience can reasonably expect to start at $160,000; however, actual compensation will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience.
San Jose
Berliner Cohen has immediate openings in our Employment Department for a Senior Attorney with a minimum of 5+ years of labor law and employment litigation experience. No book of business is required, but it is beneficial. The position would be for a Senior Attorney or Of Counsel, depending on the candidate's experience and background. This position may be in our San Jose or Modesto Office.
The ideal applicants will be able to work independently and manage a case from start to finish with minimal direction and oversight. They must have taken depositions, handled hearings, and been lead counsel on a case. In addition they will have counseled clients on all aspects of wage and hour laws, as well as, litigated wage and hour cases, class action cases, as well as employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California state and federal courts, responded to administrative charges, and be familiar with wage laws, leave, and compliance matters (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, FLSA and Ca Labor Codes), policy development, compliance training and managing pre-litigation disputes.
The successful candidate will also possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance, and measurable results with exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills.
Hybrid work will be considered for the right candidate. All candidates must be able to appear in court, travel for depositions, and attend related litigation appearances.
The salary will be dependent on the candidate's status as Of Counsel, Senior Attorney, or other, and will be competitive.
San Jose
Berliner Cohen’s Litigation Department is seeking a Senior Attorney with 8+ years of litigation experience and an interest in a broad range of matters, including business and commercial litigation, trust and estate disputes, and real estate litigation.
The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation skills, sound judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to achieving excellent results for clients. Candidates should have a strong academic background, a proven record of professional achievement, and exceptional communication, analytical, research, and writing skills.
The successful candidate will be a creative thinker and effective problem solver who is comfortable taking ownership of matters and working independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and professionals across the firm. Strong client relationship and case-management skills are highly valued.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess:
Compensation will be competitive and will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and anticipated role within the firm, including whether the position is structured as Of Counsel, Senior Attorney, or another appropriate level.
Merced
We are currently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our Merced office and litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, self-directed attorney to develop and advance their legal career within an established, community-focused firm.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in business and commercial litigation, trust and estate litigation, and/or real estate litigation. We welcome applications from attorneys ranging from new California admittees to those with up to five years of legal experience.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Candidates must:
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this position is $107,500 to $150,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate's compensation is reasonably expected to fall within this range; however, actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience.
If you are a motivated attorney looking for an opportunity to build your litigation practice while becoming an integral part of a respected Northern California law firm and the Merced community, we encourage you to apply.
San Jose
Berliner Cohen is a dynamic, high-stakes civil litigation firm located in the heart of San Jose. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional advocacy for our clients in commercial litigation, employment law, real estate litigation and appellate advocacy. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced environment where sharp legal minds and highly skilled support staff work as a cohesive team to achieve outstanding results.
Position Overview
We are seeking a sophisticated Litigation Specialist who bridges the gap between an elite Litigation Secretary and an analytical Paralegal. The ideal candidate possesses an understanding of California civil procedure, exceptional organizational instincts, and the capability to handle substantive litigation support. You will be the operational backbone of our trial attorneys, managing complex filings while actively assisting with case management including organizing client documents, managing the processing of discovery, and helping prepare documents for motion filing and trial readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation & Calendar Management (Secretarial Mastery)
Substantive Case Support (Paralegal Capabilities)
Qualifications & Skills
The candidate must be willing to work out of our San Jose office (no remote work available).
The successful candidate's hourly rate for this position is $52 to $62 an hour, reasonably expected to be set within this range; however, actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience. The range listed is for someone with at least five years of experience supporting litigation attorneys.
Berliner Cohen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Modesto
Berliner Cohen LLP, a mid-sized law firm in Modesto, has an immediate opening for a highly skilled Litigation Secretary with at least 5 years of stable employment experience supporting multiple litigation attorneys.
The successful candidate will have advanced knowledge of MS Word to create and edit correspondence, briefs, pleadings, TOA's, TOC's, and other legal documents. Must be proficient at e-filing and know Federal and State court rules.
Additional responsibilities include maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling meetings and depositions, preparing expense reports and check requests, and coordinating client file maintenance. Familiarity with utilizing a document management system such as NetDocs is helpful.
Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years as a secretary in a law firm supporting multiple attorneys. The ideal candidate must have extensive calendaring experience, high-level organizational skills, out-of-the-box thinking, always be one step ahead, be able to solve problems proactively, and build great rapport and relationships with clients. Must be accurate, attentive to detail, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Berliner Cohen LLP offers a congenial work environment and an excellent benefits and compensation package.
The successful candidate's hourly rate for this position is $33 to $40, with compensation expected to be set within this range; however, actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience. The range listed is for someone with at least five years of secretarial experience.