Description:
Job Description and Duties:The Tort and Condemnation Section of A California State Agency's Office seeks attorneys with up to 5 years of experience to join its litigation, trial, and appellate attorneys in defending the State of California and its constitutional officers, agencies, and employees. Deputies in this Section handle an extensive variety of tort matters that are often high profile and involve issues of first impression.
Duties include:
- Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal
- First- and second-chairing jury trials
- Appearing in all levels of state and federal courts
- Handling a wide range of subject matters, including government tort liability, civil rights, personal injury, premises liability, excessive force, medical malpractice, due process, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, mass flood, and fire actions
- Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
- Timely and professionally communicating with clients, including providing detailed case analyses and recommendations
- Working cooperatively, professionally, and effectively with colleagues, supervisors, opposing counsel, and clients
- Complying with client and department guidelines
- Abiding by ethical and professional standards
All applicants must reside in California and be members in good standing of the California State Bar. Deputies may telework or work in-office at their option but are required to attend regularly scheduled in-person meetings at their local office. Travel and in-person attendance may be required for trials, court appearances, witness interviews, depositions, and operationally as needed.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=21740176&name=TortDAGRangeA-BDutyStatementFINALDRFT5-16-23.pdf)
Special Requirements:
- A Fingerprint Check Will Be Required.
- May Be Required to Travel to Remote Locations Within the State, Sometimes with Little Notice.
- Individuals Who Are New to State Service Must Have List Eligibility in Order to Gain Employment with A California State Agency .Process Is Described At: Http://oag.Ca.Gov/careers/how-To-Apply.
- Clearly Indicate the Job Control Code (jc-407724) and The Title of This Position in The “examination or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying” Section Located on The First Page of Your Std 678 State Application.
- Please Note that Appointment to The Dag Classifications Will Be Made Using the Following Examinations:
- Attorney Exam – Less than 5 Years of Experience:Attorney Examination
- If You Have More than 5 Years of Experience, Please Apply to Jc-407722
Desirable Qualifications:
In Addition to Evaluating Each Candidate's Relative Ability, as Demonstrated by Quality and Breadth of Experience, the Following Factors Will Provide the Basis for Competitively Evaluating Each Candidate:
A Successful Candidate Should Be Well Organized, Detail-Oriented, Have a Positive Attitude, and Be Team-Oriented, as Well as Have an Excellent Work Ethic and Strong Interpersonal and Collaboration Skills. Torts Deputies Are Expected to Behave with The Highest Level of Professionalism Even in High Stress Situations, and Understand and Abide by The Laws of The State of California, Rules of Professional Responsibility and Ethics Required of All Attorneys of This Office.
In Addition to Evaluating Each Candidate's Relative Ability, as Demonstrated by Quality and Breadth of Experience, the Following Factors Will Provide the Basis for Competitively Evaluating Each Candidate:
- Experience or Demonstrated Interest in Civil Litigation in California State or Federal Courts
- Excellent Legal Research Skills, Writing Skills, and Oral Advocacy Skills
- Ability to Identify, Analyze, and Propose Solutions to Complex Issues
- Experience or Demonstrated Interest in Drafting and Arguing Pre-Trial Motions, Including Demurrers, Motions to Dismiss, and Motions for Summary Judgment
- Ability to Present Effective Oral Argument at Hearings Before Trial and Appellate Courts
- Ability to Clearly and Respectfully Advise and Communicate with Clients, Colleagues, Supervisors, and Court Personnel
- Openness to Collaboration, Including Receiving Feedback from Colleagues, Supervisors, and Clients on Case Strategy and Written Work Product
- Jury Trial Experience Is a Plus, but Not Required
A Successful Candidate Should Be Well Organized, Detail-Oriented, Have a Positive Attitude, and Be Team-Oriented, as Well as Have an Excellent Work Ethic and Strong Interpersonal and Collaboration Skills. Torts Deputies Are Expected to Behave with The Highest Level of Professionalism Even in High Stress Situations, and Understand and Abide by The Laws of The State of California, Rules of Professional Responsibility and Ethics Required of All Attorneys of This Office.
