Mass Tort Deputy Attorney General III (May Consider DAG, DAG IV, or DAG V)

Tort and Condemnation Section

Doyle Statement

Responsibilities

• Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal
• Handling complex discovery including mass document productions and preparation of privilege logs
• Researching and drafting dispositive motions
• Appearing in state and federal court at all levels
• Handling an extensive variety of tort matters that are often high profile and involve issues of first impression
• Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
• Communicating and coordinating directly with clients about case status and strategy
• Working collaboratively with team members
• Representing the Attorney General’s Office with the highest ethical and professional standards
• First- and second-chairing jury trials
• Holding all aspects of appeals, including drafting opening and responding briefs and oral arguments

Requirements

• Commitment to serving the people of the State of California
• A background in civil litigation
• Experience handling complex cases, including class actions, mass tort matters, and related and/or consolidated tort and/or eminent domain matters
• Interest in applying and honing litigation skills

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in California
• At least 3 years of relevant legal experience

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in legal research databases and technology tools

Benefits

The position offers:

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pay

Starting salaries for the classifications are as follows:

• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00
• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV: $11,993.00 - $16,096.00
• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V: $12,659.00 - $16,883.00
• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL: $7,969.00 - $12,026.00

Schedule

Positions are located in the Division of Civil Law, Tort & Condemnation Section and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles, or San Diego.