Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 367,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed legal position is available for a Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel at a prominent court in California. This role demands a highly qualified candidate with a strong legal background and management experience. The successful applicant will ensure compliance with laws and regulations while providing strategic legal counsel to senior court officials. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to lead a significant legal team and make impactful decisions in the judicial system.

Benefits

Moving and relocation reimbursement up to $10,000

Defined benefit pension program

401(k) matching contributions up to 4%

457(b) deferred compensation plan matching up to 4%

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school required.
• 10 years of law practice experience, including 5 in management.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to court executives and departments.
• Oversee a staff of 230 attorneys and support staff.

Skills

Legal Strategy

Litigation Management

Regulatory Compliance

Staff Management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A regional and statewide search is underway to attract highly qualified candidates for consideration as the top legal strategist with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles. The Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel ensures all court operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. This is an at-will position and serves under the direction of the Executive Officer/Clerk of Court (CEO). The Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel is a member of the Senior Executive Team and is responsible for providing advice and counsel to the CEO, Presiding Judge, Assistant Presiding Judge, and the associated departments through the assigned staff in the Legal Office. This position also coordinates the representation of the Court in litigation and outsources legal matters selectively to outside advisors. Additionally, as a manager of people and resources, the Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel will oversee a staff of 230 (206 Attorneys and Law Clerks / 24 Support Staff).
Requires graduation from an accredited law school and 10 years of progressively responsible experience in law practice, including 5 of which must have been in a management capacity. Current legal experience (or within two years) in California is a requirement. Member of the California State Bar in good standing, and admission to practice law in all courts of California is required at the time of submittal.
The annual salary range is $235,440 to $366,156, DOQE. The selected candidate may be eligible for moving and relocation reimbursement up to $10,000. Additionally, the General Counsel is eligible for County benefits and retirement programs including a defined benefit pension program through LACERA and matching contributions of up to 4% to the 401(k) savings plan and 4% to the 457(b) deferred compensation plan.
Interested candidates are requested to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume via email to [e-mail] prior to Monday, June 30, 2025. This is a confidential recruitment, and the process will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages. Resumes will be reviewed upon receipt by Ralph Andersen & Associates. Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early in the process, as this position may close earlier once a sufficient pool of highly qualified applicants is received. Confidential inquires directed to Ms. Heather Renschler at 916-630-4900 or alternatively, a specific request for a confidential discussion should be directed to [e-mail].
Detailed brochure available at https://ralphandersen.com/jobs/general-counsel-los-angeles-county-superior-court/.