Assistant General Counsel - Civil Litigation (State & Federal Courts)

State Bar of California; Los Angeles (CA); Híbrido; USD 150.000 - 230.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State Bar of California is seeking an Assistant General Counsel – Civil Litigation (State & Federal Courts) in the Office of General Counsel. The role handles civil litigation matters in state and federal courts and provides advisory support on public agency laws, including the California Public Records Act and related statutes.

A collaborative, proactive attorney is sought for a fast-paced public service environment.

Formación

• Strong civil litigation background in state and federal courts, including appeals.
• Public agency experience and knowledge of CA Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, and Government Claims Act.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and provide clear, solution-oriented advice.

Responsabilidades

• Provide civil litigation guidance in state and federal courts.
• Advise on laws such as the California Public Records Act and related government acts.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the State Bar to support litigation, discipline and governance.

Conocimientos

Civil litigation experience

State and federal court experience

Public agency experience

Descripción del empleo

ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL – Civil Litigation (State & Federal Courts)

Office of General Counsel

Annual Salary Range for Attorney III: $142,925 - $214,221

Annual Salary Range for Attorney IV: $157,218 - $235,643

FLSA Exempt / Non-Union Represented

This position allows for up to four days of remote work per week in either San Francisco or Los Angeles.

About the Office

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is the in-house counsel to the State Bar, providing a full range of services, including representation of the State Bar in all state and federal courts and before administrative agencies; advocacy of State Bar discipline and admission cases in the California Supreme Court; and providing legal advice to the State Bar Board of Trustees, and all State Bar entities, executives, and programmatic clients.

OGC provides legal advice and representation in the following areas: civil litigation, admissions and discipline, antitrust, Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, bankruptcy, California Public Records Act, collections, contracts, copyright, governance, labor and employment, legislation, regulations and rules, real estate, regulatory work, and general corporate matters. Attorneys in OGC are also expected to work on requests for “second-look” of disciplinary complaints that have been closed by Office of Chief Trial Counsel.

The Ideal Candidate

OGC seeks an attorney with a strong civil litigation background in both state and federal courts, including appeals. The ideal candidate will have public agency experience, including advising on laws such as the California Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, and the Government Claims Act.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated attorney who takes initiative, can work independently with sound judgment, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and providing clear, solution-oriented advice. They should be able to break down complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and be dedicated to public service.

Being a natural collaborator is imperative for this position. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with colleagues within the team and across the State Bar.

The ideal candidate will embody the State Bar's core values—particularly growth mindset, clarity, respect, and excellence—and align with the State Bar's mission, strategic plan, and goals of the office.