Appellate Writ Attorney - Division Six

Overview

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Six, located in downtown Ventura, is seeking a Writ Attorney. The court values diversity and inclusion in its workplace. The Writ Attorney will review civil and criminal writ petitions and pre-chamber assignment motions under the guidance of the four justices and the current Writ Attorney.

Qualifications

• Appellate court experience or significant writing experience in appellate practice or trial litigation
• Strong research, analytical, and writing abilities
• Familiarity with appellate practice
• Sound judgment
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time-management skills
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Strict adherence to ethics and confidentiality
• Proficiency with computerized legal research, word processing, and relevant software applications

Minimum Qualifications

• Level C: Active membership in the State Bar of California and 3 years of post-bar legal experience in a legal setting such as a private law practice, corporation, government agency, law school, court, or legal publishing company. OR 1 year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level B, with the judicial branch.
• Level D: Active membership in the State Bar of California and 4 years of post-bar legal experience in a legal setting such as a private law practice, corporation, government agency, law school, court, or legal publishing company. OR 1 year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level C, with the judicial branch.

How to Apply

To apply online, please click the Apply for Job button. Required items:

• Completed online application
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Two professional references
• Writing Sample

Please apply by 5:00 p.m. on July 27, 2026 and include all required items listed above. The position will remain open until filled.

Pay and Benefits

• Level C: $9,158 to $11,640 per month (Starting salary will be between $9,158 to $10,074 per month)
• Level D: $10,541 to $14,069 per month (Starting salary will vary between $10,541 to $11,595 per month)

Salary is based on qualifications and experience. Due to statewide fiscal conditions, the posted salary range is subject to a temporary 3% reduction. Employees accrue an additional 5 hours of paid personal leave per month through June 30, 2027.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional)
• Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional)
• Free secure parking

Supplemental Questions

• Please provide your date of admission to the State Bar of California.
• Please explain why you are interested in this position.
• Please describe, in some detail, your experience in conducting legal research and writing on complex legal issues.