Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Fresno, CA

Government

Fresno, CA

Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Fresno, CA

Attorney

No

Job Title: Employment Law Section Deputy Attorney General III

Job Responsibilities:
The Employment Law Section of the Department of Justice is seeking a Deputy Attorney General III to handle complex civil employment cases. The responsibilities include:

- Independently managing all aspects of civil employment cases such as drafting and arguing motions, conducting and defending depositions, preparing for and handling trials, and managing expert discovery.
- Handling jury and bench trials, and contested administrative evidentiary hearings before the State Personnel Board.
- Defending agency actions against petitions for writs of mandamus.
- Drafting appellate briefs and presenting arguments before the Courts of Appeal and Ninth Circuit.
- Obtaining work safety and gun violence restraining orders.
- Providing detailed case analyses and recommendations to clients.
- Offering training, guidance, and advice to state agencies on employment and personnel matters.
- Communicating effectively with judges, court staff, juries, and witnesses.
- Collaborating professionally and effectively with colleagues, opposing counsel, and clients.
- Managing a challenging workload and producing high-quality work product under tight deadlines.
- Serving as effective oral advocates in court settings.
- Exercising independent judgment on complex legal matters and handling litigation that may be appealed to higher courts.
- Providing research, analysis, and sound advice on complex legal matters to clients and public officials.
- Engaging in mediation and settlement negotiations, advising clients on litigation costs and risks.
- Performing various administrative functions including managing deadlines, case information, and training opportunities.

Education and Experience Information:
- Applicants must be active members of the California State Bar and reside in California.
- Deputy Attorney General III requires five years of legal experience.
- Deputy Attorney General IV requires six years of legal experience, with one year at a level equivalent to Deputy Attorney General III.
- Deputy Attorney General V requires eight years of legal experience, with two years at a level equivalent to Deputy Attorney General IV.

Salary Information:
- Deputy Attorney General III: $10, - $14, per month.
- Deputy Attorney General IV: $11, - $15, per month.
- Deputy Attorney General V: $12, - $16, per month.
- New to State candidates will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classification.
- The starting HAM salary for Deputy Attorney General III with 5 years of experience is $11,695.
- The starting HAM salary for Deputy Attorney General IV with 6+ years of experience is $12,925.
- The starting HAM salary for Deputy Attorney General V (lateral only) is $13,642.

The position offers a hybrid telework option and requires the ability to report to the office as needed. The Employment Law Section values diversity in viewpoints and life experiences, aiming to enhance the quality of legal work and representation of clients. The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent work ethic, strong interpersonal skills, and adherence to professional conduct standards.