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Cooley is seeking a Practice Management Coordinator to join the Practice Management team.
Hybrid Schedule: As part of the Cooley culture, we recognize and appreciate the value of being together, in person, to build comradery with others in the office and to be a contributing member of the Cooley office. However, we also appreciate the benefits and flexibility that come from remote working. As such, the default assumption for employees and partners is a hybrid schedule: some in-office presence and some work from home days absent certain essential in-office roles that require five (5) days/week in-office.
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Practice Management the Practice Management Coordinator is responsible for providing day to-day administrative assistance to support the functions of this department.
Position responsibilities:
- Manage schedules and calendars to coordinate meetings with various constituencies, prioritizing appropriately
- Assist with department projects, including preparation of PowerPoint presentations and other reports related to practice management and performance
- Organize and maintain departmental files and work product – including electronic documents in the firm’s document management system (iManage)
- Assist team in formulating and implementing departmental administrative policies, practices, procedures and long-term goals
- Support in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting sensitive data to deliver actionable insights for key project
- Assist in preparing expense reports, department invoices, and make travel arrangements, as necessary
- Support department billing and collections processes and provide ad hoc financial analysis
- All other duties as assigned or required
Skills and experience:
Required:
- After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
- Available to work overtime, as required
- 2+ years of applicable prior administrative experience
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Prior law firm experience
Competencies:
- Excellent attention to detail
- Adaptable and responsive, able to shift priorities quickly in a dynamic business environment
- Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and listening) and writing skills
- Strong ability to assess situations and make well-informed, timely decisions
- Team-player with a strong commitment to shared goals
- Strong judgment
- Unwavering ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects, client data
- High level of professionalism and ability to work well with others (co-workers, attorneys, and vendors)
Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE
The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $31.50 - $41.00 ($65,520.00 - $85,280.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Cooley is seeking a Practice Management Coordinator to join the Practice Management team.
Hybrid Schedule: As part of the Cooley culture, we recognize and appreciate the value of being together, in person, to build comradery with others in the office and to be a contributing member of the Cooley office. However, we also appreciate the benefits and flexibility that come from remote working. As such, the default assumption for employees and partners is a hybrid schedule: some in-office presence and some work from home days absent certain essential in-office roles that require five (5) days/week in-office.
Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Practice Management the Practice Management Coordinator is responsible for providing day to-day administrative assistance to support the functions of this department.
Position responsibilities:
- Manage schedules and calendars to coordinate meetings with various constituencies, prioritizing appropriately
- Assist with department projects, including preparation of PowerPoint presentations and other reports related to practice management and performance
- Organize and maintain departmental files and work product – including electronic documents in the firm’s document management system (iManage)
- Assist team in formulating and implementing departmental administrative policies, practices, procedures and long-term goals
- Support in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting sensitive data to deliver actionable insights for key project
- Assist in preparing expense reports, department invoices, and make travel arrangements, as necessary
- Support department billing and collections processes and provide ad hoc financial analysis
- All other duties as assigned or required
Skills and experience:
Required:
- After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
- Available to work overtime, as required
- 2+ years of applicable prior administrative experience
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Prior law firm experience
Competencies:
- Excellent attention to detail
- Adaptable and responsive, able to shift priorities quickly in a dynamic business environment
- Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and listening) and writing skills
- Strong ability to assess situations and make well-informed, timely decisions
- Team-player with a strong commitment to shared goals
- Strong judgment
- Unwavering ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects, client data
- High level of professionalism and ability to work well with others (co-workers, attorneys, and vendors)
Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE
The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $31.50 - $41.00 ($65,520.00 - $85,280.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.
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Which legal companies sponsor visas in California?
Major law firms sponsoring visas in California include Latham & Watkins, Skadden Arps, Wilson Sonsini, Morrison & Foerster, and Gibson Dunn. Tech-focused firms like Fenwick & West and Cooley also actively sponsor, particularly for attorneys with IP and corporate expertise. Many mid-size firms in entertainment and international law also participate in sponsorship programs.
What visa types are most common for legal roles in California?
H-1B visas dominate for attorney positions requiring specialized legal expertise, while O-1 visas are common for attorneys with distinguished records in international law, IP, or entertainment. TN status works for Canadian and Mexican lawyers, and E-3 visas serve Australian attorneys. Large firms often file multiple visa types depending on the candidate's background.
Which California cities have the most legal sponsorship jobs?
San Francisco and Los Angeles lead in sponsorship opportunities, followed by Silicon Valley cities like Palo Alto and San Jose for tech law roles. Orange County offers opportunities in business law, while San Diego has growing life sciences legal practices. Entertainment law positions concentrate in West Hollywood and Century City areas.
How to find legal visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Search Migrate Mate for California legal positions with visa sponsorship filters active. Focus your applications on large international firms with established immigration practices, as they're most likely to sponsor. Target firms with strong corporate, IP, or international practice groups, which typically have more sponsorship experience and budget allocation.
Are there specific considerations for legal visa sponsorship in California?
California's high cost of living means prevailing wages for attorneys are among the nation's highest, which can help meet H-1B salary requirements. The state's strong ties to UC Berkeley, UCLA, and Stanford law schools create pipelines for OPT-to-H-1B transitions. Entertainment and tech specializations are particularly valued by California sponsors.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored legal jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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