Description:

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Description:
The Section represents the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) on discovery matters ranging from Pitchess motions to subpoenas. Section attorneys handle discovery matters in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings, often making court appearances on behalf of the City. Section attorneys also advise LAPD on a range of related discovery matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The selected attorney will be responsible for:

Drafting discovery motions and protective orders;
Appearing on discovery motions in various state, federal and administrative proceedings throughout the county and occasionally in other counties of the State of California;
Advising LAPD on a broad range of discovery matters.

Requirements:
Applicants for this position must have a license to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California. Additional requirements include:

At least five years of civil or criminal litigation experience;
Demonstrated high level of skill in legal research, writing and analysis;
Excellent oral advocacy skills;
The selected candidate must join the bar for the United States District Court for the Central District of California and must be willing to join the bar of the United States District Court for all other Districts in the State of California and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal.

Desirable Qualifications:
Law and motion experience in both state and federal court; the ability to prioritize and complete multiple assignments with multiple deadlines; and experience in dealing with government agencies.

Requirements for Application