Senior Healthcare Rights & Access Deputy Attorney General

State of California

California

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS benefits

Public service pension

Job summary

The California Department of Justice seeks a skilled Deputy Attorney General to advance healthcare rights and access matters, including affirmative litigation, investigations, trials, writs, and appeals.

The role emphasizes civil rights, equity, and privacy, with opportunities to coordinate across state and federal agencies. Candidates should bring strong writing, oral advocacy, and the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly under tight schedules.

Qualifications

Significant experience on antitrust or consumer protection matters, including healthcare-related issues.
Background in economics, healthcare, and industrial organization is a plus.
Experience and skill as a trial and/or appellate advocate, with knowledge of civil/administrative procedure.
Ability to identify and describe salient legal issues quickly in complex investigations, litigation, or proceedings.
Initiative, strong work ethic, and excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.
Background in pharmaceutical/pharmacy matters is especially desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead in affirmative healthcare matters representing the Attorney General.
Handle investigations, trials, writs, and appeals on healthcare issues.
Coordinate communications with other state AG offices and federal/state agencies.
Work within the Healthcare Rights and Access Section to protect access to healthcare for Californians.