Assistant Chief Counsel - Litigation & Legislation

State of California; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California seeks an Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel to supervise a team of attorneys across diverse litigation and legal activities. The role may involve coordinating complex areas within the Legal Division and potentially statewide legislative program responsibilities.

Under general direction, the Assistant Chief Counsel may oversee multiple offices and contribute to strategic initiatives aligned with the Department's mission.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active California bar admission.
• Experience in litigation and legal services.
• Ability to manage staff and coordinate statewide initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of attorneys involved in litigation and legal activities.
• Coordinate complex and major specialized areas in the Legal Division.
• Possibly oversee statewide responsibilities for the Department's legislative program.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Policy analysis

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission (CA)

Job description

State of California seeks an Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel to supervise a team of attorneys across diverse litigation and legal activities. The role may involve coordinating complex areas within the Legal Division and potentially statewide legislative program responsibilities.

Under general direction, the Assistant Chief Counsel may oversee multiple offices and contribute to strategic initiatives aligned with the Department's mission.