Business Litigation Section (DAG IV; will consider DAG III, DAG, or DAG V)

California Department of Justice; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 holidays

Pension

Health insurance

Public service loan forgiveness

Job stability

Job summary

The California Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General is seeking Deputy Attorney General to handle complex legal matters, manage cases from start to finish, and serve the public interest. The Business Litigation Section defends state laws, represents agencies in contracting and commercial disputes, and provides independent legal guidance.

Position offers hybrid telework and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or San Diego.

Qualifications

• Research and draft cogent, persuasive, and concise trial court pleadings and appellate briefs and provide independent legal advice
• Litigate cases in California's state and federal courts, and bankruptcy courts nationally
• Adhere to the highest standards of public service, client service, professionalism, civility, and the ethical practice of law

Responsibilities

• Research and draft cogent, persuasive, and concise trial court pleadings and appellate briefs and provide independent legal advice
• Litigate cases in California's state and federal courts, and bankruptcy courts nationally
• Adhere to the highest standards of public service, client service, professionalism, civility, and the ethical practice of law

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Litigation

Independent case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Description And Duties

At the California Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General, you will be a part of a diverse group of over 5,000 professionals whose primary mission is to deliver fairness and equality under the law, through a broad spectrum of programs and services. The Business Litigation Section represents state agencies and officials in matters concerning the business of government and government regulation of business. We are recruiting litigators who want to work on a variety of complex and novel legal problems, handle their own cases from start to finish, and work in the public interest.

Our Work Includes

• Defending constitutional and statutory challenges to state laws and regulations
• Defending decisions of state tax agencies and regulators of the fintech, insurance, and real estate industries
• Representing state agencies and officers in a wide range of public contracting and commercial disputes

Deputies Are Expected To

• Research and draft cogent, persuasive, and concise trial court pleadings and appellate briefs and provide independent legal advice
• Litigate cases in California's state and federal courts, and bankruptcy courts nationally
• Adhere to the highest standards of public service, client service, professionalism, civility, and the ethical practice of law

We assign cases based on experience and skill and provide training and opportunities for professional advancement. Currently, all deputies have the option of 100% telework or work in the office but must reside in California and must appear in person as operational need requires. Internal as well as external candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533385

Position #(s): 420-131-5705-XXX

Working Title Business Litigation Section (DAG IV; will consider DAG III, DAG, or DAG V)

Classification DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

$11,993.00 - $16,096.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL $7,969.00 - $12,026.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III $10,852.00 - $15,325.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V $12,659.00 - $16,883.00

# of Positions

1

Work Location

United States

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Business Litigation Section and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or San Diego. Please clearly indicate in your cover letter which city you prefer.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary ( Hiring Above Minimum Policy ).

The Starting Salary For Each Classification Will Be

• Deputy Attorney General Range A (0-24 months): $8,846 and Range B (2-5 years): $9,956
• Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046
• Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313
• Deputy Attorney General V (lateral): $ 14,05 1

• DAG V consideration - lateral transfers only.
• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at: www.oag.ca.gov .
• Please visit our webpage: Become a DOJ Deputy Attorney General | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General .
• Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals, which is slated to end October 31, 2026. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR .

Benefits of working for the State of California

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!