Open roles, kept short and curated.

Schedule & work arrangement

Four days per week. Primarily in-office during the first 90 days, with the opportunity to transition to 100% remote work thereafter.

• Option 1 — Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Option 2 — Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Payroll & financial administration

• Assist with the preparation, review, and administration of company payroll
• Utilize ADP for payroll processing and related payroll administration
• Assist with preparation and organization of expense reports
• Assist with tax-filing preparation by organizing financial documents and information for the company’s tax professionals
• Assist with setting up and maintaining automatic payments for approved business and personal expenses
• Coordinate with accountants, bookkeepers, payroll providers, and other professional service providers as needed

Executive & business operations

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, appointments, meetings, reminders, and scheduling priorities
• Coordinate business and personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments
• Arrange travel, transportation, accommodations, itineraries, and other travel logistics
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of discretion
• Assist with purchasing and ordering merchandise, supplies, gifts, promotional materials, and other items for both the company and the CEO personally

Recruiting & legal staffing support

• Assist with recruiting lawyers and other legal professionals for law firm clients
• Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter to identify, research, contact, and organize prospective candidates
• Assist with recruiting-related research and administrative projects
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, law firms, candidates, vendors, and other business contacts

Social media, marketing & AI content

• Assist with management of the company’s Instagram and other social media platforms
• Assist with recruiting AI cartoonists, illustrators, graphic designers, and other creative professionals to develop original social media content
• Develop an interest in and working knowledge of Google Ads, paid social media advertising, algorithms, audience targeting, and digital marketing
• Assist with researching and testing strategies for growing the company’s online presence

Personal executive assistance

This position will also provide confidential personal administrative support to the CEO, including:

• Paying and organizing parking tickets and other personal administrative obligations
• Scheduling doctors, dentists, hair, makeup, and other personal appointments
• Coordinating personal travel arrangements
• Researching and hiring household service providers, including cleaning professionals and vegan chefs
• Ordering personal merchandise and other approved purchases
• Coordinating personal appointments, errands, and administrative matters
• Researching vendors and service providers and managing scheduling and follow-up
• Assisting with other personal and professional matters that help the CEO operate efficiently

Technology & software

The ideal candidate should be comfortable learning and using a variety of technology platforms, including:

• ADP — payroll administration
• Microsoft Excel — spreadsheets, tracking, reporting, and financial organization
• Microsoft Office Suite — including Outlook, Word, Excel, and related applications
• Google Workspace — Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.
• LinkedIn Recruiter — candidate sourcing and recruiting
• Social media platforms, particularly Instagram
• Google Ads and digital advertising platforms
• AI-powered productivity and content-creation tools
• The candidate should be technologically curious and comfortable learning new software quickly

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Political Science, or a related field preferred, but not required
• Paralegal certification is a plus
• Notary Public commission is a plus
• Experience working in a family office or providing high-level executive/personal assistance is a plus
• Experience in legal recruiting, staffing, law firms, professional services, payroll, accounting, or executive administration is highly desirable
• Equivalent professional experience may substitute for formal educational credentials

What we’re looking for

The ideal candidate is:

• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
• Highly trustworthy and discreet
• Comfortable handling confidential financial, business, and personal information
• Proactive rather than reactive
• A strong communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Resourceful and excellent at problem-solving
• Comfortable managing competing priorities
• Technologically savvy and eager to learn new tools
• Interested in law, recruiting, staffing, business, technology, and social media
• Comfortable interacting with attorneys, executives, vendors, candidates, and other professionals
• Someone who takes ownership rather than waiting to be told what to do
• Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who understands that being an executive assistant is not simply about managing a calendar. It’s about anticipating needs, solving problems, protecting the executive’s time, and keeping the business moving.

What we offer

• $65 per hour / $135,200 annualized compensation
• End-of-year bonus of up to $10,000, contingent upon individual and overall company performance
• Four-day workweek
• Two schedule options designed to provide meaningful consecutive days off
• Opportunity to work 100% remotely after 90 days, based on successful performance and the needs of the business
• Opportunity to work directly with the Founder & CEO
• Exposure to legal recruiting, staffing, business operations, payroll, marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship
• Opportunity to develop a diverse and highly transferable professional skill set

Our philosophy on work-life balance

At Haraka Headhunters, we believe productivity should be measured by results — not by how many days someone can sit at a desk. Our Founder & CEO has a simple philosophy: five-day workweeks are not a badge of honor. We believe great people deserve time to work hard, recharge, have a life, and come back ready to perform at their best. We don’t believe in glorifying burnout. We believe in working smarter, getting the job done, and leaving enough life outside of work to actually enjoy it. Because at Haraka Headhunters, we’re in the business of finding exceptional people — and we intend to treat exceptional people exceptionally well.

What we’re looking for

Must have a minimum of 5+ years of dedicated legal experience in trusts, estates, probate, and tax planning within a law firm setting, including:

• Drafting and structuring estate plans, including revocable trusts, irrevocable gift/grantor trusts (ILITs, QPRTs, GRATs), family LLCs, and advance directives
• Advising trustees, executors, and beneficiaries through trust administration and probate court proceedings in Santa Clara County and surrounding Bay Area jurisdictions
• Counseling clients on federal transfer tax issues and California property tax rules (Prop 19)
• Deep working knowledge of the California Probate Code, California Revenue and Taxation Code, and federal transfer tax regulations
• Familiarity with Santa Clara County Superior Court local procedures

Education & licensing

• JD from a US ABA-accredited law school
• An LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning, or a Certified Specialist designation in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, is preferred but not required
• Active license and in good standing with the State Bar of California

What we offer

• Marquee clientele — ultra-high-net-worth individuals, tech executives, and multi-generational families
• Direct engagement working alongside firm partners and attorneys
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• 10 days of vacation, increasing to 15 days after five years, plus 5 days of paid sick leave annually
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Fully stocked kitchen, Bagel Wednesdays, Fruit Mondays, and frequent catered lunches
• Relaxed and collaborative work environment in a vibrant downtown San Jose location, close to restaurants, bars, and evening entertainment
• Strong job security and low employee turnover

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a minimum of 5 years of family law experience, primarily handling divorces, with the following:

• Active Washington Bar state license
• Ability to attend court in person, if needed
• Cannot be from the following states: NY, CA, and MT
• Familiarity with King/Snohomish/Pierce local rules is a plus
• Experience with surrogacy, equitable distribution, adoption, guardianship, and other family law matters is a plus

Education & licensing

• JD or LLM from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted to and in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association

What we offer

• 9 paid holidays
• 4 weeks of PTO
• Paid/unpaid bonding leave
• Paid sick leave and personal days
• Monthly wellness stipends and culture gifts
• 100% coverage for basic medical & dental insurance
• Matching 401(k) after 7 months, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Rentable firm-owned RV and personal concierge service for employee usage
• In-person firm events, including an annual potluck at a cabin, for bonding and culture building
• Full-time employees who meet KPIs within 30 weeks can apply the 30–40 benefit — getting paid for 40 hours while working 30

What we’re looking for

Must have at least 1 year of insurance defense experience, handling at least 1 of the following types of cases:

• Car accidents
• Premise liability
• Dram shop liability
• Security negligence
• Recent and significant trial experience is a plus!

Education & licensing

• JD or LLM degree from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted and in good standing with the New York and New Jersey State Bar Associations

What we offer

• Marquee clientele
• WFH 2–3 days a week
• Direct client engagement, as this is a boutique law firm
• Retirement plan: 401(k) plan is included to help you plan for the future
• Comprehensive medical coverage is fully paid for employees by the company
• Time off: Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, allowing you the flexibility to recharge and attend to personal matters

What we’re looking for

Must have at least 1 year of insurance defense experience, handling at least 1 of the following types of cases:

• Car accidents
• Premise liability
• Dram shop liability
• Security negligence
• Recent and significant trial experience is a plus!

Education & licensing

• JD or LLM degree from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted and in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar Association

What we offer

• Marquee clientele
• WFH 2–3 days a week
• Direct client engagement, as this is a boutique law firm
• Retirement plan: 401(k) plan is included to help you plan for the future
• Comprehensive medical coverage is fully paid for employees by the company
• Time off: Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, allowing you the flexibility to recharge and attend to personal matters

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a minimum of one year of first-party property damage experience, or experience handling at least one of the following types of cases:

• Asbestos
• Toxic mold
• Construction defect
• Habitability litigation
• Bad faith insurance claims

Education & licensing

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
• Admitted and in good standing with the Connecticut State Bar

What we offer

• Opportunity to first-chair or second-chair trials
• Work alongside a collaborative and supportive team
• 5% of settlement fees paid quarterly (typically $15k–$50k per quarter)
• Direct and frequent client interaction within a boutique practice setting
• Join a fast-growing, sustainable firm with expansion underway across the U.S.

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a minimum of 7 years of experience defending a wide range of clients on class action and PAGA claims within the California employment litigation space. Experience with the following is also a plus:

• Sexual harassment defense
• Whistleblower retaliation
• Severance and separation disputes
• Wage and hour claims
• Title VII and discrimination claims

Education & licensing

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing

What we offer

• 100% Remote option for the right candidate — court appearances are primarily virtual
• Work-life balance — low billing requirement of just 1,800 hours annually
• Generous bonus structure — hit your billing target and earn a guaranteed end-of-year bonus between $30,000 and $40,000, plus a discretionary bonus based on firm performance
• Origination bonus — earn 15% of all billed revenue on any business you bring in
• Bar dues and CLEs fully covered by the firm — plus support for marketing associations to help grow your book of business
• Medical health benefits covered at 75% by the firm, with plan options available from day one
• Podcast studio access — actively used weekly, ideal for attorneys looking to build their personal brand and become rainmakers
• Direct and frequent client engagement from day one — this is a boutique practice where every attorney, including first-years, works directly with clients
• Prime LA location — a stone’s throw from LAX Airport and right next door to the Lakers training facility (catch G League games and practices)
• Collaborative team environment — every case is staffed with at least two attorneys; you are never working in isolation
• Growth-oriented firm — these roles are open due to expansion, not backfill

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a minimum of 2 years of experience handling commercial litigation collection matters that involve or are adjacent to at least two of the following:

• Collections
• Judgment enforcement
• Bankruptcy (Chapters 7, 11, and 13)
• Property damage (utility/construction defect) is a plus
• Significant experience in commercial litigation collection matters, researching and drafting legal documents, court appearances, and managing caseloads

Additional requirements

Additionally, the incoming attorney will need to have significant experience researching and drafting legal memoranda and motions, appearing and arguing at hearings in court and in arbitration, drafting and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, managing smaller matters with limited supervision, and working successfully as part of a team on larger matters. Recent experience managing complex caseloads, client interaction, or mentoring junior associates is a plus. The role involves direct client engagement with prestigious New York-based and national clients expecting high-level, responsive service.

Education & licensing

• JD or LLM degree from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted and in good standing with any U.S. State Bar (New York Bar preferred)

What we offer

• Talk of the Town holiday party!
• Direct client engagement in a collaborative, boutique environment
• Discretionary quarterly and end-of-year bonuses contingent on the overall profitability of the firm, seniority, merit, and performance (for example, a paralegal recently received a $15,000 EOY bonus)
• Supportive team structure/adequate support staff: The firm has fewer than 4 lawyers and 30 support staff that consist of highly skilled paralegals and legal secretaries
• Positive culture/work-life balance: Kind, collaborative team; most attorneys work 40 hours a week, rarely exceeding 50 hours per week
• Comprehensive health benefits, including 401(k) with 3% match (fully paid confidential teletherapy services)
• No strict billable requirements or KPIs (soft billing goals used for workload distribution and salary support)

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a candidate with a minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience as a paralegal within a law firm setting, performing the following responsibilities:

• Assisting foreclosure defense attorneys with litigation matters
• Assisting bankruptcy attorneys with court proceedings, filings, and case preparation
• Assisting landlord-tenant defense attorneys with litigation matters
• Assisting attorneys with commercial litigation matters
• Preparing, organizing, and filing legal documents with state and federal courts
• Managing case files, exhibits, and discovery materials
• Coordinating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel regarding case-related matters
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, professional law firm environment

Education

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal experience preferred

What we offer

• Free on-site parking
• Company potluck every other month
• Work alongside a collaborative and supportive team
• Talk of the Town holiday and employee birthday celebrations
• Opportunity to work at the number one bankruptcy firm in the Eastern District

What we’re looking for

• Keen interest in business development
• Registered and in good standing with the USPTO
• Must be able to leverage book of business upon hire
• At least 5+ years of experience in filing and preparing both local and foreign patent and trademark applications
• Must have a portable book of business with a total annual net worth of $150k minimum
• Electrical engineering background preferred (we are open to computer engineering, computer science, or chemistry disciplines)

Education & licensing

• JD or LLM from a US ABA-accredited law school

What we offer

• Specialized support staff
• Highly skilled marketing team
• Flexibility to work 100% remotely
• Advantageous marketing budget for your brand/practice
• Overall support and camaraderie from industry specialists
• Unparalleled work/life balance as well as the luxury of time to conduct business development

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a candidate with a minimum of 4–5 years of experience in the following areas:

• Complex commercial and business litigation
• Real estate development litigation
• Non-compete and trade secret disputes
• Whistleblower actions under the Federal False Claims Act (qui tam / decline litigation)
• Civil RICO cases
• Private equity portfolio company litigation
• Breach of contract, business torts, and fraud
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and take ownership of matters from intake through resolution, including managing junior associates
• Experience with jury trials is a strong plus
• Comfort handling a caseload of approximately 10–20 active matters at a time, depending on complexity

Education & licensing

• JD from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

What we offer

• Annual bonus structure: 10% of any amounts collected over double the associate’s salary, plus a 10% origination bonus on business the associate brings in, plus an additional discretionary bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (30-day waiting period)
• 401(k) — 3% firm contribution regardless of employee participation, plus up to an additional 3% match (up to 6% total)
• Two weeks of paid vacation
• Unlimited business development budget for associates looking to grow their own book of business
• 1,600 annual billable hour requirement
• Firm is not trial adverse — cases that do not settle proceed to trial
• Beautifully renovated office space with a pool table, lounge, and bar
• Monthly office happy hours (first Friday of every month)
• Weekly Friday lunches, firm outings including a fishing trip at the shore and a lobster night
• Annual holiday party and Spring Fling at the Union League

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a minimum of two years of post-JD experience with the following:

• Handling complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Experience in one or more of the firm’s core practice areas: real estate litigation, business litigation, class action defense, construction litigation, or insurance coverage
• Managing an active caseload, including robust motion practice, legal research and writing, and voluminous discovery
• Reviewing electronically stored information (ESI) and documents using document review software
• Taking and defending depositions, attending court appearances, hearings, and mediations
• Assisting with trial preparation; trial experience is a plus but not required
• Developing case strategy and preparing pleadings
• Independently handling complex litigation matters
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior associates and paralegals

Education & licensing

• Active and good standing with the California State Bar Association
• Graduation from a top 100 U.S. ranked law school is preferred

What we offer

• Low billable requirement of only 150 hours per month / 1,800 hours per year
• Monthly origination bonus: 10% of collected fees on annual originations up to $100,000; 15% between $100,000–$500,000; 20% exceeding $500,000
• Monthly billable hour bonus for every hour exceeding 150 per month
• Generous & flexible PTO policy, with an additional week added every five years
• Generous 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match
• $1,000 annual marketing budget plus 100 billable-hour credits for business development
• 50 billable-hour credits annually for legal article writing
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including 75% employer-paid coverage for employees and 25% for dependents
• Partnership track available for high-performing associates
• Open to W-2 or contractor (Corp-to-Corp) arrangements
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Opportunity to gain and expand trial experience
• Collaborative culture with open-door partner mentorship, quarterly team events (Dodger games, food tours, trivia nights, murder mystery events, stained glass painting), and monthly employee appreciation lunches

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a candidate with 10+ years of experience scaling client acquisition for large companies, specifically managing $60M+ in Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), who is ready to step into a leadership role and establish marketing processes from scratch. The ideal candidate will have experience with the following:

• Developing and executing firm-wide marketing and business development strategies
• Managing digital marketing initiatives, including SEO, website optimization, content marketing, email campaigns, and social media
• Overseeing the firm’s brand, public relations, media outreach, and reputation management
• Collaborating with attorneys to develop thought leadership content, proposals, presentations, and client pitches
• Managing marketing budgets and analyzing campaign performance using KPIs and customer acquisition metrics
• Leading internal marketing teams and coordinating with outside vendors and agencies
• Driving client acquisition and revenue growth through strategic marketing initiatives
• Ensuring all marketing efforts comply with applicable legal advertising rules and ethical standards

Education

• MBA or other advanced business-related degree preferred, but not required

What we offer

• Competitive performance-based bonus structure
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid maternity leave
• 100% Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• 100% Short-Term Disability coverage
• 100% Long-Term Disability coverage
• Free coffee, beverages, and snacks at the office
• Open to 100% remote candidates
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing law practice that has recently expanded nationally and now operates in 17 states
• Consistent influx of new business, providing strong opportunities for continued growth and career development

What we’re looking for

Ideally, a minimum of 2 years of experience in the following areas:

• Patent prosecution and/or patent cross (non-litigation)
• Chemistry, chemical engineering, material science, or adjacent technical background
• Experience working with global chemical or science-based clients

Education & licensing

• JD or LLM from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Technical degree required: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a closely related field
• Admitted and in good standing with the USPTO
• Admitted to a US State Bar

What we offer

• 100% Remote
• Work-life balance — low billing requirement of approximately 1,400 hours per year
• Excellent support staff: nearly a 1-to-1 attorney-to-support-staff ratio with highly skilled paralegals averaging close to a decade of industry experience
• 401(k) with match
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (dental and vision are 100% covered)
• Origination bonus — earn 10% of collections on any business you bring in
• Partnership track opportunity — clear path to non-equity and equity partnership
• Business development support — firm covers conference attendance, association memberships (IPO, AIPLA, and others), and actively mentors attorneys in growing their book of business
• Global client base — work with chemical companies and science-based clients across the US and internationally
• Tech-forward firm — actively integrating AI into practice workflows
• Thought leadership encouraged — firm supports blogging, LinkedIn, and social media activity to build your personal brand
• Low attrition — values-driven firm with a strong emphasis on collegiality & work-life balance

What we’re looking for

A minimum of one year of litigation experience concentrating in foreclosure defense, or experience handling at least one of the following types of cases:

• Landlord-tenant law
• Debtor-creditor law

Education & licensing

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
• Active and good-standing admission with the New York State Bar

What we offer

• Free on-site parking
• Company potluck every other month
• Work alongside a collaborative and supportive team
• Talk of the Town holiday and employee birthday celebrations
• 50% medical, vision, and health benefits (3-month wait time)
• Opportunity to work at the number 1 bankruptcy firm in the Eastern District

What we’re looking for

Ideally, at least 6 months of personal injury experience (plaintiff or defense) in addition to experience with the following:

• Handling a wide range of pre-litigation tasks, in addition to tasks that are in the litigation stage
• Negotiating settlements for litigation
• Experience with filing and responding to MSJ hearings
• Experience handling deposition preparation with plaintiffs as well as depositions of defendants
• Researching and synthesizing relevant case law and statutes
• Trial experience is a plus

Education & licensing

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school
• Admitted and in good standing with the Texas State Bar

What we offer

• Talk of the Town holiday party
• Discretionary annual and periodic bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits offered
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful, brand-new office building that is owned by the firm