• Serve as second-in-command of the business disputes team
• Delegate work strategically to junior attorneys to maximize efficiency and development
• Supervise junior attorneys to ensure work quality, consistency and alignment with firm standards
• Mentor attorneys with two and four years of experience to support their growth, confidence and independence
• Review and refine briefs, filings and strategies from junior team members
• Participate in weekly team check-ins to align, support and share insight

• Collaborate with firm leadership on the growth and structure of the litigation group
• Help evolve internal systems and templates for efficient litigation management
• Maintain responsibility for your own docket and litigation practice area development

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Common Case Types You Will Handle: 

• Co-founder and equity holder disputes involving stock or company control
• Breach of fiduciary duty and fraud claims among business owners
• Complex breach of contract disputes involving six- or seven-figure damages
• Trade secret misappropriation or misuse of confidential business information
• Strategic IP-related disputes affecting business continuity or valuation
• Commercial real estate or investment-related litigation involving ownership or deal terms

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• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Active California Bar license in good standing (federal court admission, especially Northern District of CA, is a plus)
• 10+ years of litigation experience, including complex business/commercial disputes
• Proven courtroom and ADR skills — strong motion practice, depositions, mediation, arbitration, and (preferably) some trial experience
• Strong drafting and analytical skills — able to distill complex facts and legal issues into persuasive arguments
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills — must be comfortable leading conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and small business owners, especially in matters involving company control, equity value or reputational risk
• Experience supervising and mentoring other attorneys, including reviewing work product and giving constructive feedback
• Proven ability to delegate, supervise, and mentor effectively — you know how to empower junior attorneys while maintaining excellence, clarity, and accountability
• Strong case management and organizational skills — able to juggle multiple matters efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Technologically proficient — fluent in remote work tools (Zoom, Slack, Clio, Dropbox, etc.) and adaptable to evolving systems‍
• Aligned with BLG’s values — humble, kind, responsive, strategic and practical

1. Client-Centered: Focused on delivering practical advice that supports entrepreneurs and small businesses.
2. Responsive and Reliable: A professional who clients and teammates can count on.
3. Clear Communicator: Comfortable explaining complex issues in plain language.
4. Strategic Thinker: Able to assess legal risk in the context of business goals.
5. Kind but Direct: Honest, constructive, and tactful — especially when mentoring others.
6. Tech-Comfortable: Familiar with cloud-based systems and remote collaboration tools.
7. Self-Directed: Able to manage your caseload independently without hand-holding.
8. Flexible: Comfortable working asynchronously in a results-focused environment.
9. Invested in Growth: Excited to help develop a team, not just work a docket.
10. Down-to-Earth: No ego — just talent, trust, and a great attitude.
11. Proactive Communicator: You don’t wait to be asked — you regularly update clients and team members to prevent confusion, surprises, or delays.‍
12. Builder of People and Systems: You take ownership of developing junior talent through clear delegation, thoughtful feedback, and active mentorship.

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What Makes This Role Different:

• Serve as second-in-command of the business disputes team
• Truly flexible schedule — design your own work hours
• Fully remote team with modern infrastructure
• One 30-minute all-hands meeting + one weekly team check-in
• Unlimited PTO
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Profit sharing plan
• Home office and business development reimbursement
• Bonuses start accruing at 1,000 billable hours collected
• A values-first culture that treats people with respect and supports their growth

Join Our Team:

At Bend Law Group, you will be a strategic ally committed to protecting businesses and helping them thrive, even in adversity.

To Apply:

Please email the following materials to Matthew Schumacher at matthew@bendlawgroup.com with the subject line: “Responding to Job Advertisement”

• Your resume (PDF format only)
• A brief, thoughtful cover letter explaining why this role aligns with your goals
• Please share five words that describe what you value most in a workplace. We use this to help ensure cultural alignment.

• A relevant writing sample (preferably related to litigation or dispute resolution)

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