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.
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 is seeking an experienced lateral employment law attorney with 5 -7 years of experience to join the growing Employment Law practice in San Jose. Hybrid remote work or part-time work is available for the right candidates.
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.
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. No book of business is required—opportunities for growth and partnership track.
San Jose
The Employment Law department at Berliner Cohen is actively recruiting for an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of litigation experience for our San Jose office.
The ideal applicant will have a desire to represent businesses in litigation, as well as, handle pre-litigation advice and counsel.
Candidates should possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance and measurable results with exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills. They should have an ability to be a creative thinker and problem solver and to be able to work independently, as well as with a team.
Berliner Cohen, LLP is a highly respected full-service business law firm in Northern California. If you are a self-starter, this is a great opportunity to grow your legal career with a community-focused and well-established firm.
San Jose
Our San Jose location has an opening for an Associate Attorney in our Litigation Department.
The ideal candidate will have the following:
San Jose
Berliner Cohen, LLP is seeking a Business/Corporate Associate for its San Jose location. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience in sophisticated transactional business matters, including demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating agreements in the areas of business formation, choice of entity work, buy/sell agreements, general corporate transactional work, and mergers and acquisitions. An LL.M. in Taxation or experience in tax matters is not required, but it is preferred.
Excellent academic credentials, analytical, writing and communication skills are required.
Merced
Berliner Cohen, LLP seeks an experienced Attorney with interest or experience in estate planning, estate settlement, research, taxation, trust administration, and litigation for its Merced office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience. Newer attorneys with exceptional academic credentials will also be considered.
The successful candidate will have strong local ties, a desire to live and work in the Merced area, a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance, and measurable results with exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills. Attorneys with less than three years of experience are requested to provide unofficial law school transcripts and writing samples (3-page maximum).
San Jose
Our San Jose Office has an immediate opening for a mid-level Associate Attorney in its transactional real estate group. The successful candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in sophisticated transactional real estate matters, including demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating contracts in the areas of property acquisition/disposition, leasing, and financing. Excellent academic credentials, analytical, writing and communication skills are required.
Job Type: Full-time
San Jose
Berliner Cohen has an immediate opening for a Human Resources (HR) Advice and Counsel Attorney. A qualified candidate should have a minimum of three years of active employment law practice.
The ideal applicant will have familiarity with onboarding, discipline, and termination. The candidate should be versed in writing and advising on policies concerning California state, city and federal laws,. 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. The candidate will be responsible for drafting policies and procedures for businesses relating to state and federal employment laws, drafting pay plans, handbooks and discipline records. The ideal candidate will also be skilled in doing employee investigations relating to workplace harassment.
Modesto
Berliner Cohen, LLP has an immediate opening for a skilled paralegal for our Corporate, Real Estate, and Estate Planning practices. Experience in at least one of those areas, and the willingness and ability to work at a high level in all three areas is a requirement for this position.
The successful candidate will have strong organizational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to support multiple attorneys. Must have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and a minimum of three years’ experience as a paralegal or combination paralegal/legal secretary. Duties will include:
San Jose
Berliner Cohen LLP is celebrating 52 years of success! Our downtown San Jose location has an immediate opening for a part-time or full-time Estate Planning Paralegal.
The successful candidate will have strong organizational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to support multiple attorneys.
Must have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and the ideal candidate should have 2 years’ experience as a paralegal and working knowledge of estate planning, estate administration, and probate.
Candidates who recently completed a paralegal certificate or a paralegal degree will also be considered.
Some of the responsibilities include:
Berliner Cohen LLP offers a congenial and cooperative work environment, and an excellent benefit and compensation package.
If you are interested in being a member of our team, please submit a cover letter and resume.
San Jose
Our San Jose location has an immediate opening for a Litigation Paralegal.
Join a team of diverse professionals while assisting attorneys in handling all aspects of litigation. The qualified candidate will assist attorneys in answering interrogatories and preparing motions, complaints, briefs, and other legal documents; interviewing clients and witnesses for hearing, deposition and trial and perform all types of legal support work assigned as permitted by the rules of the State Bar.
Education Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required; 3 years’ experience working as a Paralegal AND Paralegal certificate or a degree in paralegal studies or the completion of at least one year of law school.
Preferred: Bachelor's degree and a Paralegal certificate from American Bar Association (ABA) approved program.
Experience Requirements: Three years' experience working in a civil litigation law firm.
Skills: Ability to work independently, see tasks through fruition, excellent attention to detail, and familiarity with electronic discovery platforms.
San Jose
Berliner Cohen LLP has an immediate opening for a highly-skilled Estate Planning Secretary with at least five years of stable employment experience supporting multiple attorneys.
The successful candidate will have advanced knowledge of MS Word with the ability to create and edit correspondence, briefs, pleadings, trust administration, probate, and preparation of estate planning documents and other legal documents. Must be proficient at e-filing and know Federal and State court rules.
Other responsibilities include maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling meetings, expense reports, check requests, and coordinating client file maintenance. Familiarity with utilizing a document management system such as NetDocs is ideal. Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are imperative.
Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years as a secretary in a law firm supporting multiple attorneys. The ideal candidate must have extensive calendaring, high-level organizational skills, out-of-the-box thinking, always be one-step-ahead, and build a great rapport and relationships with clients. Must be accurate, attentive to detail, able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
San Jose
Berliner Cohen, LLP has an immediate opening for a full-time File Clerk in our San Jose office.
Requirements include: a professional appearance and demeanor with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required. A minimum of 3 years of office experience in a professional environment is required. Dependability and punctuality are critical factors for this role. Candidates with knowledge and experience in a similar capacity are preferred.
Core Competencies: teamwork, planning, organization, adaptability, and initiative.
Experience in the legal field would be a plus! This role is a full-time position Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Responsibilities Include:
Skills Required:
If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a cover letter and resume.
San Jose
Berliner Cohen LLP has an immediate opening for an enthusiastic part-time Marketing Intern in our San Jose office. (No remote work available). Monday through Friday, 20 hours a week (hours flexible between the hours of 8-5, based on school schedule).
Requirements include a strong desire to learn and a professional drive, solid understanding of different marketing techniques, excellent verbal and written communication skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, marketing software, and online applications. Must have a passion for marketing and best practices. Time management, organization, and the ability to follow through are vital to success in this role.
Must be currently enrolled in obtaining a degree in marketing, i.e., bachelor's or master's degree, or recently graduated, and looking for an entry-level position.
Core Competencies: teamwork, planning, organization, adaptability, and initiative.
Job responsibilities include:
Merced
Berliner Cohen LLP has an immediate opening for a Receptionist in our Merced office. A professional appearance and demeanor with excellent communication skills both written and verbal are required. A Minimum of 2 years of reception and general clerical experience is required.
Experience in the legal field would be a plus! This is a full-time position Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Job responsibilities include:
Berliner Cohen LLP provides a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.
Local candidates only.