Senior State Litigation Deputy Attorney General

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government Law Section of State of California seeks highly qualified attorneys to practice in a dynamic, collegial environment, handling high-profile constitutional and statutory matters to defend state policies and public interests.

Attorneys represent and advise state officers and agencies in defense of statutes or affirmative litigation, appearing in state and federal courts, and preparing ballot measures and legislative analyses.

Qualifications

• Very strong research and writing skills.
• Excellent public speaking and communication skills.
• Highest level of independent judgment and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Litigation experience in federal and state courts at both trial and appellate levels.
• Interest in handling complex, high-profile cases of statewide importance.
• Computer literacy and research skills required.

Responsibilities

• Represent and advise state officers and agencies in defense of statutes or in affirmative litigation.
• Handle high-profile, cutting-edge legal matters in state and federal courts.
• Prepare titles and summaries for ballot measures and analyze proposed state legislation.
• Work with diverse clients and provide timely, professional counsel.

Skills

Strong research and writing

Public speaking

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Discretion in sensitive matters

Litigation experience

Computer literacy

Research skills

Job description

The Government Law Section of State of California seeks highly qualified attorneys to practice in a dynamic, collegial environment, handling high-profile constitutional and statutory matters to defend state policies and public interests.

Attorneys represent and advise state officers and agencies in defense of statutes or affirmative litigation, appearing in state and federal courts, and preparing ballot measures and legislative analyses.