Strategic Deputy County Counsel

SAN JOAQUIN COLLEGE OF LAW; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 95,555 - 182,665; Full time

Job summary

A law college in California is seeking a Deputy County Counsel. Responsibilities include serving as legal counsel, preparing legal documents, and prosecuting civil actions. Candidates must possess active membership in the State Bar of California and have relevant civil law experience ranging from one to seven years, depending on the level. The role is essential in providing legal expertise to County offices and departments, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law required.
• Two years of increasingly responsible experience in civil law preferred.
• Four years of civil law practice required for Level IV.
• Seven years of civil law practice required for Level V.

Responsibilities

• Serve as legal counsel at meetings of boards and commissions.
• Prepare formal legislative measures and legal instruments.
• Prosecute and defend civil actions in court.
• Advise County department officers on their respective powers.

Skills

Legal analysis

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Data interpretation

Education

Active membership in the State Bar of California

Job description

A law college in California is seeking a Deputy County Counsel. Responsibilities include serving as legal counsel, preparing legal documents, and prosecuting civil actions. Candidates must possess active membership in the State Bar of California and have relevant civil law experience ranging from one to seven years, depending on the level. The role is essential in providing legal expertise to County offices and departments, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.