Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

OverviewJoin to apply for the Assistant General Counsel - Litigation role at State Bar of California.State Bar of California provided pay range. This range is provided by State Bar of California. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$140,123.00/yr - $231,023.00/yrOffice of General CounselAnnual Salary Range: $140,123 - $231,023FLSA: Exempt / Non-Union RepresentedThis position allows for up to four days of remote work per weekA cover letter is required when applying to this positionAbout the OfficeThe Office of General Counsel (OGC) is 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: 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 CandidateOGC seeks an attorney with a strong litigation background in state and federal court. The ideal candidate will also 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. Prior experience in other advisory and transactional matters, including insurance-related tasks, such as claims reporting and review of insurance policies, and drafting and reviewing contracts, is also desirable.We are looking for a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously, and is skilled at providing solution-oriented advice. The successful candidate will possess the ability to break down complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, have a strong work ethic, and be dedicated to public service.Being a natural collaborator is imperative to this position. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with colleagues within the OGC and throughout the State Bar.The ideal candidate will also embody the State Bar's core values, particularly growth mindset, clarity, respect, and excellence. Additionally, they should align with the State Bar's mission, strategic plan, and goals of the office.Submission of a cover letter is required. An application will not be considered complete without the required cover letter.Examples of Essential DutiesDuties may include, but are not limited to, the following:When Assigned to the Office of General Counsel:Attorney IIIMaintains close working relationships with Management, subject matter supervisors, and members of the team to which they are assigned in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position.Coordinates the work of other staff necessary to perform assigned responsibilities and may participate in the training of other personnel.Responsible for handling complex matters, with the expectation of producing favorable results.Handling litigation matters, including responding to complaints, propounding and responding to discovery, substantive motions, and hearings, up to and including trial.Conducting “second look” reviews of complaints filed against attorneys that have been closed by the Office of Chief Trial Counsel without taking any action and determining whether to recommend further actions with respect to such complaints.Studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities that are more complex than those handled by Attorney IIs and is responsible for the preparation of legal documents, pleadings, memoranda, reports, opinions, and other materials.Prepares for and completes cases, projects, presentations, and other assignments of a more complex nature.Coordinates with other attorneys, volunteers, and other constituencies as assigned.Ensures the adequate, effective, and timely preparation, presentation, and completion of investigations, cases, and/or legal projects assigned.Keeps informed and assures that subordinate staff is informed concerning the applicable law, rules, procedures, policies, and practices relating to their function.May participate in the effectuation and/or formulation of management policy and represents and counsels management with respect to human resources issues.Evaluates administrative problems and procedures and recommends solutions and or alternative methods or procedures.Assumes a senior-level role in advising management in the effectuation and/or formulation of management policy.Provides substantive and procedural guidance to lower-level Attorneys.Provides direction to, and reviews the work of, non-attorney staff.May perform a number of other similar or related duties which may not be specifically included within this position description, but which are consistent with the general level of the job and the responsibilities described.Attorney IVPerforms work involving innovative theories, specialization in an area of law in which the Attorney is recognized as having particular expertise.Provides guidance to attorneys and other staff, as needed, in researching, interpreting, and applying legal principles of the most complex nature.Assists in developing and delivering training to attorneys and staff in area(s) within their expertise.Responsible for highly complex matters, including handling complex litigation, with the expectation of producing favorable results.Conducts “second look” reviews of complaints filed against attorneys that have been closed by the Office of Chief Trial Counsel without taking any action, and determining whether to recommend further actions with respect to such complaints.Studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities of a highly complex nature.Prepares legal documents, pleadings, memoranda, reports, opinions, and other materials in highly complex matters.Develops appropriate and sound strategy for handling of assigned cases, including litigation.Prepares for and completes cases, projects, presentations and other assignments of a highly complex nature.Coordinates with other attorneys, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders, as assigned.Ensures the adequate, effective, and timely preparation, presentation, and completion of investigations, cases, and/or legal projects assigned.Stays informed and assures that subordinate staff is informed concerning the applicable law, rules, procedures, policies, and practices relating to their function.Takes principal-level role in the effectuation of management policy and represents and counsels management with respect to human resources.Evaluates administrative problems and procedures and develops solutions and or alternative methods or procedures.Performs other duties, as assigned.Minimum QualificationsAttorney IIIEducation:Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.Experience:Minimum of four (4) 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.License, Certificate, and Registration Requirements:Must be an active member, in good standing, of the State Bar of California.Attorney IVEducation:Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.Experience: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.License, Certificate, and Registration Requirements:Must be an active member, in good standing, of the State Bar of California.Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be required to successfully complete the State Bar’s selection process for this classification.About the State BarThe State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation, and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system.Our ValuesClarity | Investing in Our People | Excellence | Respect | Growth MindsetDEI Statement: We are a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all of our employees and prospective employees experience fairness, dignity, and respect.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegalIndustriesGovernment AdministrationNote: This refined description retains the core information provided, in a clean, accessible structure suitable for posting while adhering to the allowed HTML tags. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21