Hoge Fenton is a respected, multi-service law firm headquartered in downtown San Jose (Silicon Valley), with additional offices in Pleasanton (Tri-Valley) and San Mateo (Peninsula). We combine deep legal expertise with a collaborative, client-focused culture and are known for our excellence in client service, commitment to diversity, and longstanding presence in the Bay Area legal community.
Attorney Positions
Senior Corporate Attorney
We are seeking a Senior Corporate Attorney to join our Corporate Law group.
The ideal candidate will have substantive experience in corporate law and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and counsel to clients with a broad spectrum of corporate law issues with significant experience in M&A, securities, corporate governance, investments, joint ventures, and other general corporate matters. Additionally, the candidate should have a partial book of portable business.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the State Bar of California
- 10+ years of experience in corporate law at a law firm or in-house legal department
- Proven track record of managing client matters independently and delivering high-quality legal work
- Deep understanding of corporate law, M&A, securities, and business transactions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical ability
- A commitment to integrity, teamwork, and professional growth
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters
- Assist clients with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate various corporate agreements and documents
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support client needs and objectives
- Collaborate with clients to understand their business goals and provide tailored legal solutions
- Stay updated on changes in corporate law and industry trends to effectively advise client
Office Location
This position can be based in any of our offices: Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose), Tri-Valley (Pleasanton), or Peninsula (San Mateo). Travel between locations may be necessary.
Compensation
Compensation packages for senior attorneys are negotiated depending on their expected production. Pay scale is defined to include the range of base pay (estimated to be $225,000 – $275,000/yr) and may include incentive compensation ranging from 10% -20% of fees paid.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.
Qualified candidates can apply online HERE or by visiting our website.
Senior Employment Law Attorney
We are seeking a Senior Employment Law Attorney to join our Employment Law group.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a trusted advisor and possess extensive experience in advising and counseling employers on the full spectrum of employment law issues, and in employment law litigation, including defense against FEHA and Title VII claims, wage and hour claims, class and PAGA claims, and the defense and prosecution of trade secret and unfair competition claims. Experience representing clients in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies, including the EEOC, CRD, and DLSE, is required. Additionally, the candidate should bring at least a partial book of portable business.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the State Bar of California
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in employment law litigation
- Proven track record in handling complex employment law matters
- Strong analytical, negotiation, consulting, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal counsel and representation in employment law litigation
- Assist clients with defense against FEHA, Title VII, and related common law claims
- Defend class and PAGA action cases
- Handle trade secret and unfair competition actions
- Defend wage and hour claims
- Represent clients before state and federal administrative agencies
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor
- Actively pursue business development opportunities to assist in growth of the firm’s employment law practice
- Present employment law trainings and seminars for clients
- Supervise and mentor associates
Office Location
This position can be based in any of our offices: Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose), Tri-Valley (Pleasanton), or Peninsula (San Mateo). Travel between locations may be necessary.
Compensation
Compensation packages for senior attorneys are negotiated depending on their expected production. Pay scale is defined to include the range of base pay (estimated to be $175,000 – $225,000/yr) and may include incentive compensation ranging from 10% -20% of fees paid.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.
Qualified candidates can apply online HERE or by visiting our website.
Senior Trust & Estate Attorney
We are seeking a Senior Trust & Estate Attorney to join our Corporate Law group.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Trusts and Estates litigation and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and counsel to clients with a broad spectrum of Trusts and Estates issues. Additionally, the candidate should bring at least a partial book of portable business.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the State Bar of California
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in Trust & Estate litigation
- Strong analytical, negotiation, consulting, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent reputation for integrity and collegiality among both bench and bar
Key Responsibilities
- Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
- Represent trustees, executors, administrators and beneficiaries in trust and probate litigation, including:
- Contests based upon lack of capacity, undue influence, or fraud;
- Negligent management of assets;
- Failure to account, or Inadequate accounting;
- Co-trustee disputes;
- Removal and surcharge actions;
- Breach of fiduciary duty (lack of impartiality, self-dealing & secret profits)
- Supervise and mentor associates
Office Location
This position can be based in any of our offices: Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose), Tri-Valley (Pleasanton), or Peninsula (San Mateo). Travel between locations may be necessary.
Compensation
Compensation packages for senior attorneys are negotiated depending on their expected production. Pay scale is defined to include the range of base pay (estimated to be $200,000 – $275,000/yr) and may include incentive compensation ranging from 10% -20% of fees paid.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.
Qualified candidates can apply online HERE or by visiting our website.
Family Law Associate
We are seeking a Family Law Associate to join our Family Law group.
The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience practicing law in a private firm setting and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and counsel to clients with a broad spectrum of family law issues. Successful candidates will have experience representing clients before judicial officers and in mediations, drafting discovery, drafting pleadings, preparing financial disclosures, working with experts, and conducting settlement negotiations. This person will collaborate with others in the family law group to achieve the best possible results for our clients.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the State Bar of California
- 4+ years of legal experience and a demonstrated interest in Family Law
- Demonstrated ability to handle client matters independently and effectively
- Proven ability to collaborate with other attorneys and experts to identify legal issues and plan case strategies
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially in court settings
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in all aspects of family law cases, including complex financial issues, custody, and domestic violence.
- Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail
- Prepare for and engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients
- Collaborate closely with colleagues in our family law group to deliver the best results
- Participate in ongoing professional development and community engagement
Office Location
This position can be based in any of our offices: Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose), Tri-Valley (Pleasanton), or Peninsula (San Mateo). Travel between locations may be necessary.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $175,000 to $225,000. This range reflects the firm’s good faith estimate of potential compensation, which may vary based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender
identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.
Qualified candidates can apply online HERE or by visiting our website.
Management Positions
No openings at this time.
Staff Positions
Paralegal – Litigation
We are seeking a full-time a Litigation Paralegal to join our San Jose office.
The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of litigation experience as a paralegal and the ability to perform substantive legal tasks to assist litigation attorneys across multiple practice groups, primarily focusing on the Business Litigation practice.
Requirements
- Research and analyze legal sources (statutes, decisions, articles); prepare summaries and reports for attorney review
- Draft, organize, and file legal documents
- Draft discovery responses to meet case deadlines and court requirements
- Use eDiscovery software to collect and analyze electronically stored information
- Prepare for and attend depositions; summarize transcripts for litigation support
- Coordinate trial details and assist during trials as needed
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program; applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree or certificate per Business and Professions Code section 6450(c)
- Minimum of 4 years of substantive legal work experience as a paralegal
- Strong knowledge of legal formatting, calendaring, and e-filing
- Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, and court rules and procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; familiarity with PowerPoint, NetDocs, ProLaw, and Disco is a plus
- Strong word processing skills, especially in formatting pleadings and redlining
Pay Range
The hourly base salary range for this position is $48.00 to $55.00 per hour, reflecting the firm’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be influenced by factors such as years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time position with occasional overtime required. After a successful onboarding period, candidates may request a one-day-a-week remote work schedule.
Office Location
This position is based in our San Jose (Silicon Valley) office.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.
Qualified candidates can apply online HERE or by visiting our website.
Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation
We are seeking a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals within the Business Litigation and Real Estate Litigation practice groups.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience as a litigation administrative assistant in a law firm with strong knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and litigation documentation, as well as court rules, procedures, and deadlines.
Requirements
- Prepare and format litigation documents, including TOCs and TOAs
- Maintain attorney calendars and track all case deadlines
- Coordinate hearings, depositions, travel, and court reporters
- Manage incoming mail, legal documents, and client matter files in ProLaw/NetDocs
- Organize trial binders and exhibits; support hearing/trial logistics
- Assist with billing, expenses, and administrative support
- Communicate professionally with clients and external parties
Qualifications
- 5 years as a litigation administrative assistant in a law firm
- Strong knowledge of legal formatting, calendaring, and e-filing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ProLaw, and NetDocs
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Knowledge of e-filing in State Courts in Bay Area counties (Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo), Federal, and Appellate Courts
Pay Range
The hourly base salary range for this position is $51.50 to $54.00 per hour with a 7.5-hour workday. This salary range 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.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time position with occasional overtime required.
Office Location
This position is based in our San Jose (Silicon Valley) office.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.
Qualified candidates can apply online HERE or by visiting our website.
