Author: Anita Luckinbill

About Meyers Nave

Meyers Nave has a reputation in California as a go-to law firm serving as general counsel, special counsel and city attorney to a variety of public agencies throughout the State.  Our public law attorneys handle our client’s highest profile, most complicated and significant transactions on the cutting edge of law and policy for public agencies in the State.  Attorneys work in multi-disciplinary teams across five offices to help our clients navigate local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Meyers Nave has served California local governments for over 35 years, growing into a state-wide firm with more than 60 attorneys with experience in the wide range of topics that impact our clients.  We provide day-to-day legal advice as well as representation in complex transactions and litigation.

Currently, Meyers Nave serves as city attorney for 16 cities and as general counsel to dozens of counties and special districts.  Many of these relationships have spanned decades—a fact which testifies to the quality of our work and our commitment to clients.

About the Position

Meyers Nave is looking for a smart, thoughtful and motivated attorney with 4-to-7 years of experience to join the Government and Regulatory Affairs Practice Group in our Oakland office.  The ideal candidate will have experience working with public agencies, including cities and special districts, and a demonstrated interest in public agency law or public service. The position will be a member of an existing team that values collaboration, creativity, and client service.

Key qualifications include excellent writing and research skills, superior public speaking ability and the ability to immediately work directly with clients. Transactional experience is essential.  Relevant professional experience may include, but is not limited to, Brown Act (California’s open meeting laws), Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, conflicts of interest and Government Code 1090, public contracting and procurement, land use and CEQA, transportation, real estate, legislative affairs, public finance and elections.

Meyers Nave offers a collaborative work environment where associates and of counsel attorneys are an essential part of our teams of attorneys working directly with our clients.  Our Oakland office provides a collegial, team-oriented work environment, with the support, structured training and resources of a mid-size state-wide firm.  We handle a broad variety of challenging issues on current legal and policy issues which offer exciting opportunities for our attorney teams. Meyers Nave and the attorneys supervising this position are committed to advancing the careers of our attorneys and creating client opportunities for them.  We are committed to mentoring and developing attorneys to advance within the firm and legal profession.

The salary range for this California-based role is $160,000 – $175,000, and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.  Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, skill set and office location.  Meyers Nave offers a reasonable billable hours requirement, annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses, competitive health insurance benefits, 401(k) with a partial match and profit-sharing.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should CLICK HERE and follow the link to apply.  Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and one substantive writing sample.

Meyers Nave is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We place a high value on diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage diverse candidates to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Meyers Nave complies with the requirements of all applicable California and federal employment laws, including those protecting disabled individuals. If you have difficulty using our online application system due to a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us via email or phone: hiringmanager@meyersnave.com or (510) 808-2000.

Meyers Nave is recruiting for a full time Litigation Paralegal. This is a nonexempt position reporting to the Director of Administration and is located in the Firm’s Downtown Los Angeles office. This is a primarily on-site role.  Limited remote work may be available.

ABOUT MEYERS NAVE

Meyers Nave has an exceptional reputation in California as a go-to law firm that clients rely on to handle their highest profile, most complicated and often most controversial transactions and litigated matters. Attorneys work in multi-disciplinary teams to help public agencies, private businesses, and non-profit organizations navigate complex local, state and federal laws and regulations.  Meyers Nave was founded over 35 years ago and has grown into a state-wide firm with approximately 65 attorneys in five locations.

JOB SUMMARY

This position will support the firm’s Trial and Litigation Group, which includes a robust litigation practice focused on complex crisis litigation in the areas of constitutional law, wildfire litigation, COVID-19 litigation, civil rights claims in the land use context, First Amendment claims, takings, and class action litigation. The Group is actively engaged in all phases of litigation in both federal and state court from initial pleadings through discovery, dispositive motion practice, trial, and appeal.

Our Litigation Paralegals work closely with attorneys and team members to proactively oversee case management from inception through and after trial or settlement; draft, review, and revise legal documents; maintain case files and update discovery logs and indices; support and manage document productions; assist with deposition and hearing preparation, including identifying and gathering exhibit documents and creating witness outlines; cite-check briefs, including both legal and factual citations; assist with document review and coordinate with the Litigation Support Group for back-end database management using iPro, or other recognized review platforms.

In addition, you will satisfy an annual 1575 billable hour budget; work extended hours as needed; travel as required for case support; demonstrate excellent customer support; and attend work on-site on a regular, punctual and reliable schedule.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work and bill as a paralegal under Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code section 6450;
• A bachelor’s degree;
• Minimum of five years of experience working as a paralegal with a California law firm or in-house legal department;
• Proficiency with latest Microsoft Office Suite and/or Office 365;
• Prior experience with iPro (or other eDiscovery software), and Adobe Acrobat Pro XI;
• Strong legal research database skills and experience with Westlaw (preferred) and/or Lexis;
• Understanding and knowledge of legal procedures, rules of court, and local rules;
• Experience with eDiscovery;
• Ability to work independently with little or no direction;
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality of all information that the employee may receive as a result of her or his role; and
• Strong written skills, verbal skills, and interpersonal skills;

Meyers Nave is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law. Meyers Nave will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state law.

The pay range for this position is $44.00 – $54.00 per hour, and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.  Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should click here to apply.

Meyers Nave complies with the requirements of all applicable California and federal employment laws, including those protecting disabled individuals. If you have difficulty using our online application system due to a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us via email or phone: hiringmanager@meyersnave.com or (510) 808-2000.

About Meyers Nave

Meyers Nave is a dynamic 65-attorney firm with 4 offices throughout California.  For over 35 years, we have built a reputation as a “go to” law firm to handle high profile and high impact matters for both public entities and private sector clients.

Our Trial and Litigation Practice Group includes a robust litigation practice in federal and state courts focused on complex litigation that usually includes constitutional claims.  We are actively engaged in all phases of litigation from initial pleadings through discovery, dispositive motion practice, trial, and appeal.

About the Position

Meyers Nave is looking for an energetic, committed, and diligent senior associate or of counsel with seven or more years of litigation experience to work in a collaborative team environment in our Trial & Litigation Practice Group.  This position is open in our Los Angeles or Oakland office.

A successful candidate will share in Meyers Nave’s commitment to providing its clients with high-quality services in rapidly evolving areas of the law, will relish the strategic decision-making involved in litigation, including crafting litigation strategy in complex situations, and will enjoy presenting nuanced constitutional arguments in a clear and persuasive fashion.  Qualified candidates must have excellent academic credentials, outstanding analytical and creative thinking capabilities, superior research and writing skills, and a strong work ethic. In addition, a successful candidate will have a proven ability to work in a team and across offices, as well as an interest in elevating the Meyers Nave brand and reputation.  It is essential that candidates possess significant experience with law and motion practice in state and federal court, including dispositive motions.  Candidates should also have prior experience in building a case for trial, including developing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and taking and defending depositions.  Prior experience representing public entities is preferred.

We offer a hybrid work schedule with continued work from home opportunities, coupled with core “in office” days with colleagues to promote collaboration and collegiality.  The salary range for this California-based role is $175,000 – $260,000, and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.  Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, skill set and office location.  Meyers Nave offers a reasonable billable hours requirement, annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses, competitive health insurance benefits, 401(k) with a partial match and profit-sharing.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should CLICK HERE and follow the link to apply.  Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and one substantive writing sample.

Meyers Nave is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity.  We place a high value on diversity and inclusion and encourage diverse candidates to apply.  We do not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law.  Meyers Nave will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box).

Meyers Nave complies with the requirements of all applicable California and federal employment laws, including those protecting disabled individuals. If you have difficulty using our online application system due to a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us via email or phone: hiringmanager@meyersnave.com or (510) 808-2000.

About Meyers Nave’s Labor & Employment Practice Group

Meyers Nave’s Labor & Employment Group has a reputation in California as a go-to practice for high-profile employment litigation, workplace investigations and labor negotiations and employment relations. We represent public, private and non-profit employers in almost every area of labor and employment law. We have an exceptional track record of success and a dynamic workplace culture of excellence, diversity and collaboration.

Our Workplace Investigations Team is one of the top investigation practices in California. We perform independent investigations of serious allegations for entities in technology, philanthropy, education, government, retirement, law and law enforcement. We specialize in high-stakes matters that involve the leadership ranks of organizations that are already front-page news or likely to become a headline during or after the investigation.

About the Position

Meyers Nave is looking for a talented and ambitious Associate with four or more years of experience to conduct and assist in workplace investigations, employment litigation and advice and counsel duties as needed, for the firm’s Labor & Employment Group located in our Oakland office.

Qualified candidates must have excellent academic credentials, outstanding analytical, research and writing skills, a strong work ethic and desire to learn and dedication to superior client service. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of substantive experience in investigations and/or employment litigation with a desire for trial or arbitration experience including: discrimination, harassment, retaliation and whistleblower claims; FLSA and wage and hour claims, including class and collective action lawsuits; legal research; drafting motions, pleadings and legal memoranda; taking and defending depositions; and managing discovery-related activities. In addition, the following experience is advantageous: ADA/FEHA compliance and disability accommodation; labor negotiations, grievances and arbitrations, and administrative hearings and appeals.

The salary range for this California-based role is $160,000 – $225,000, and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, skill set and office location. Meyers Nave offers a reasonable billable hours requirement, annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses, competitive health insurance benefits, 401(k) with a partial match and profit-sharing.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should CLICK HERE and follow the link to apply.  Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and one substantive writing sample.

Meyers Nave is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We place a high value on diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage diverse candidates to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Meyers Nave complies with the requirements of all applicable California and federal employment laws, including those protecting disabled individuals. If you have difficulty using our online application system due to a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us via email or phone: hiringmanager@meyersnave.com or (510) 808-2000.

ABOUT MEYERS NAVE

Meyers Nave has a special reputation in California as a go-to law firm that clients rely on to handle their highest profile, most complicated and often most controversial transactions and litigated matters. Attorneys in the Firm’s five California offices work in multi-disciplinary teams to help public agencies, private businesses and public-private partnerships navigate an extensive range of local, state and federal laws and regulations. The results of our work and the expertise of our attorneys have led to numerous prestigious awards and honors, including Law360’s “California Powerhouse,” The Recorder’s “Giant Slayer” and The Daily Journal’s “Top Defense Result,” as well as many attorneys recognized in Best Lawyers in America and SuperLawyers. We are proud to handle precedent-setting matters for California’s legal community.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Office Services/Facilities Assistant role requires strong customer service skills and ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, and personnel.  This position reports to the Operations Manager. Prior experience in a legal, or professional, environment is preferred but not required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The position’s essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Provide mailroom services, including sorting, distributing, collecting and metering mail and parcels on an accurate and timely basis;
• Produce copying and printing, faxing and scanning in accordance with written or verbal requests;
• Processes associated with the management and identification of electronic and physical documents (records). Includes the adherence to established naming and organizational protocols and procedures to facilitate future retrieval.
• Inspect and ensure all rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and continuously ready for use;
• Assist with the delivery and set-up of catering needs for meetings;
• Prepare office/workstation for new hires, and assist with IT equipment set-up;
• Coordinate service calls for mail/copy room equipment as needed;
• Monitor and maintain general supply levels, restock, and coordinate reordering;
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of shared office spaces, such as copy rooms, file rooms and kitchen areas;
• Organize and distribute kitchen/coffee area supplies;
• Assist as a back-up in reception, greeting clients, answering in-coming calls, scheduling of conference rooms;
• Other functions as assigned.

Management retains the right to add to, or change, the functions of this position at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications are required:

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. of office-related equipment and supplies;
• Ability to perform tasks in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize workload;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality of all information the employee may receive in the course of employment;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and update skills as required by the position;
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints;
• General knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email and the internet required
• Knowledge and experience running office equipment (e.g., copiers, scanners, fax machine)
• Understanding of US Postal Service and express mailing (e.g., FedEx, UPS, etc.)
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate (in person, by phone and in writing) with a diverse group of attorneys, non-attorney employees and vendors with courtesy and professionalism.

Meyers Nave is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law. Meyers Nave will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state law.

The pay range for this position, working in our Oakland office is $27.00 to $33.00 per hour depending on experience. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Meyers Nave complies with the requirements of all applicable California and federal employment laws, including those protecting disabled individuals. If you have difficulty using our online application system due to a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us via email or phone: hiringmanager@meyersnave.com or (510) 808-2000.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should click here to apply.

About

As our Business/Legal Operations Analyst you’ll be involved in critical aspects of the Firm and utilize a broad range of financial, process and communication skills.  We are looking for an ambitious and innovative individual who is organized, process driven and has a great attention to detail!  As a Business/Legal Operations Analyst you will partner with executives and teams across multiple departments to drive ideas that improve the way we function and operate throughout the Firm; take charge of data management, process optimization, and project management of special projects.  You will assist with departmental financial management and cross-functional alignment with company departments such as Finance, Human Resources, Technology and Administration.

Our ideal candidate uses data  and metrics to examine inefficient processes and bottlenecks that increase costs and resource utilization.  You must be comfortable in working independently, with the flexibility to change priorities, as the needs change.  A strong working knowledge of Excel and an interest in technology is a must!  The perfect person for this role will also be able to handle a fast paced work environment while being able to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Do You Have What It Takes?

The position’s essential functions include but are not limited to the following functions:

• Project manage or lead key initiatives to streamline/improve business processes and/or create new workflows
• Provide detailed reporting and analysis to unlock key insights for Firm, finance and non-finance executives
• Work cross-functionally to analyze existing processes, develop best practices, and document operational workflows with a focus on automation and scale.
• Serves as primary or secondary administrator of Firm’s Finance and HR systems; leads and/or supports system implementations, conversions, upgrades and changes.
• Responsible for maintaining data integrity by conducting regular audits.
• Develop and document system processes and user guidelines; partner with the Directors to provide training to end users on new functionality.
• Assist Finance and HR with monthly payroll process; completes payroll reconciliation and approves the final transmittal following a thorough review of payroll input and audit reports
• Oversees the time and attendance system, making necessary updates to earnings/deduction codes, cost center mapping, validating hours and assisting employees/supervisors with timesheet corrections
• Creates, schedules, and distributes Post-Payroll reports, ad-hoc reports, and compliance reports as needed for inter/external audits.
• Oversees the reporting and funding for third party vendors (i.e. Alliant, Newport Group, BEW, etc.)
• Engages in special projects including payroll integrations, testing for system upgrades, annual merit and bonus processing, year-end and W-2 processing, company acquisitions, mergers and reductions in workforce.
• Works with state/national tax authorities to comply with all reporting requirements and ensures Payroll Taxes are paid and reported to the appropriate jurisdictions in a timely manner.
• Prepare annual insurance renewal applications for all Meyers Nave insurance policies.
• Support annual budget process including data entry, verification, proofreading and production of all budget materials.

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or equivalent
• You have 2+ years of experience in accounting, finance or legal operations
• You have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills
• You have mad excel skills and a keen interest in technology
• You are a strong team player, but can work and execute independently
• You’re driven. No one needs to push you to excel; that’s just who you are
• You are hungry to learn and you actively look for opportunities to contribute to the team
• You are highly organized and detail-oriented; you can handle multiple projects and dynamic priorities without missing a beat

Who We Are 

For over 36 years, Meyers Nave has been a leading mid-sized California law firm.  Our clients represent some of the most significant corporations, public entities, non-profit organizations and public-private partnerships located throughout California, as well as clients based in other states that have interests in California.  Amidst our growth and change, the essence of what makes us different remains the same – we treat work colleagues as friends and clients as family.  We greatly appreciate the opportunities we have to help clients resolve their most complex and highest priority transaction, litigation and regulatory compliance challenges. We are proud of the differences that we have made together in the communities where we live and work throughout California.

Meyers Nave is recruiting for a Legal Billing Specialist. This is a nonexempt position reporting to the Billing and Collections Supervisor and is located in the Firm’s Oakland office.

ABOUT MEYERS NAVE

Meyers Nave has an exceptional reputation in California as a go-to law firm that clients rely on to handle their highest profile, most complicated and often most controversial transactions and litigated matters. Attorneys work in multi-disciplinary teams to help public agencies, private businesses and non-profit organizations navigate complex local, state and federal laws and regulations. Meyers Nave was founded over 30 years ago and has grown into a state-wide firm with approximately 65 attorneys in five locations.

JOB SUMMARY

The Legal Billing Specialist will have overall responsibility for performing full-cycle billing functions and will be expected to provide outstanding service to the attorneys assigned to him/her, clients and others in the Firm. The position requires that the individual be committed to quality, customer service, teamwork and be able to perform in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The position’s essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Generate monthly pre-bills and draft bills for attorney review;
• Make edits and revisions based upon attorney requests and in compliance with client billing guidelines and client contracts;
• Submit invoices in different e-billing portals with strong understanding of the function of each e-billing portal;
• Prepare final bills, cover sheets, certification, and ensure the distribution of the bills to the client via regular mail, email or e-bill;
• Provide supporting copy of expense backup to accompany invoices, including preparing large vendor invoices for disbursements only;
• Assist teammates on billing during high-peak period, coordinate with accounting department to resolve any billing issues;
• Maintain and update Client Billing Information Sheets, Budget Tracking Spreadsheet, and update client billing information in accounting system;
• Accurately respond to Client/Matter billing inquiries in a timely manner;
• Maintain accurate and up to date matter budgets and matter status reports in compliance with client billing guidelines;
• Communicate closely with billing attorney and/or client regarding outstanding AR balances; and assist with client collections as needed;
• Backup daily cash deposit and post cash receipts, scan checks and backup documents;
• Work cordially, cooperatively, and productively with all firm employees;
• Attend work on-site on a regular, punctual and reliable schedule;
• Manage multiple problems and projects at once;
• Demonstrate excellent customer service;
• Maintain composure and work efficiently and accurately during high-energy situations involving frequently changing circumstances;
• Work extended hours as needed; and
• Other functions as assigned.

Management retains the right to add to or change the functions of this position at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications are required unless otherwise noted:

• Minimum of 3 years work experience as a Legal Billing Specialist using billing software (prior experience with Rippe & Kingston a plus);
• High school diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Hands-on familiarity with electronic billing (ledes) and the submission of invoices to e- billing portals;
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work effectively with a diverse team of attorneys and staff;
• High organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task , work independently, and pay attention to details;
• Strong technology skills including MS office , PDF, and an ability to leverage technology in work processes;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high ethical standards and strict confidentiality of all information that the employee may receive as a result of her or his role;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and update skills as required by the position;
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints and within budget; and
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in person and by phone with a diverse group of attorneys, staff and vendors to provide information with courtesy and tact.

Meyers Nave is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by email to meyersjobs@meyersnave.com