Description
The Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks an attorney with strong civil litigation experience in both state and federal courts, in the Los Angeles or San Francisco Office. The ideal candidate will have public agency experience, including advising on laws such as the California Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, and the Government Claims Act. You are adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously, are self-motivated, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are able to break down complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, and be dedicated to public service. This position is a hybrid role and allows for up to four days of remote work per week If hired at the Attorney III role, the salary range is $142,925 - $214,221. If hired at the Attorney IV role, the salary range is $157,218 - $235,643.
About the Office
OGC is the in-house counsel to the State Bar, providing a full range of services, including representation of the State Bar in all state and federal courts and before administrative agencies; advocacy of State Bar discipline and admission cases in the California Supreme Court; and providing legal advice to the State Bar Board of Trustees, and all State Bar entities, executives, and programmatic clients.
OGC provides legal advice and representation in the following areas: civil litigation, admissions and discipline, antitrust, Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, bankruptcy, California Public Records Act, collections, contracts, copyright, governance, labor and employment, legislation, regulations and rules, real estate, regulatory work, and general corporate matters. Attorneys in OGC are also expected to work on requests for “second-look” of disciplinary complaints that have been closed by Office of Chief Trial Counsel.
The Ideal Candidate
OGC seeks an attorney with a strong civil litigation background in both state and federal courts, including appeals. The successful candidate will be adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and providing clear, solution-oriented advice. You are a dynamic, self-motivated attorney who takes initiative, can work independently with sound judgment, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Being a natural collaborator is imperative for this position. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with colleagues within the team and across the State Bar.
The ideal candidate will embody the State Bar's core values—particularly growth mindset, clarity, respect, and excellence—and align with the State Bar's mission, strategic plan, and goals of the office.
Learn More and Apply
To learn more about how you can contribute to the State Bar's mission of public protection, click here: Assistant General Counsel - Litigation
To discover the comprehensive benefits package that State Bar employees receive, explore our Benefits page.
Requirements
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Attorney III differs from the Attorney IV in that the latter has a more complex caseload and serves in a lead capacity over other attorneys and/or administrative and professional staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Successful completion of a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
Experience:
Attorney III - Minimum of four (4) years of progressively more responsible experience in litigation and/or legal advice work demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary for this position. Demonstrated verifiable reputation for integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any other capacity.
Attorney IV - Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in litigation and/or legal advice demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary for this position. Demonstrated verifiable reputation for integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any other capacity.
Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be required to successfully complete the State Bar’s selection process for this classification.
License, Certificate, and Registration Requirements:
Must be an active member, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.
