Tort & Condemnation Section - Eminent Domain & Inverse Condemnation Deputy Attorney General III

About the role

The Tort and Condemnation Section of the California Attorney General’s Office seeks experienced trial and appellate attorneys with excellent oral advocacy, analytical, and research skills to work as part of a team of highly skilled attorneys defending and prosecuting complex and mass-party litigation with an emphasis on eminent domain and inverse condemnation.

The section represents the state, its agencies, and employees in civil rights, tort, eminent domain, and inverse condemnation litigation in both state and federal courts. Deputies litigate and try difficult and sensitive cases, including government tort liability, civil rights, personal injury, medical malpractice, dangerous condition of public property, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, mass flood, and fire actions.

Deputies are expected to work under time constraints, client and department guidelines, and abide by ethical and professional standards. Some travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Defend and prosecute complex and mass-party litigation in eminent domain and inverse condemnation.
• Litigate and try cases involving government tort liability, civil rights, personal injury, medical malpractice, dangerous condition of public property, mass flood, and fire actions.
• Work under time constraints and client/department guidelines while adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Perform legal research, writing, and oral advocacy.

Requirements

• Excellent oral advocacy, analytical, and research skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Strong communication and writing skills.

Qualifications

Candidates will be considered for the following classifications based on experience:

• Deputy Attorney General III: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 (5+ years of experience)
• Deputy Attorney General IV: $11,993.00 - $16,096.00 (6+ years of experience)
• Deputy Attorney General V: $12,659.00 - $16,883.00 (lateral transfers only)
• Deputy Attorney General (Range A/B): $7,969.00 - $12,026.00 (0-5 years of experience)

New to state candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary.

Starting HAM salaries:

• Deputy Attorney General (0-24 months): $8,846
• Deputy Attorney General (2-5 years): $9,956
• Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046
• Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313
• Deputy Attorney General V (Lateral): $14,051

Work Location

These 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. Candidates should indicate their preferred city in their application.

Benefits

• Work-life balance with 11 paid holidays.
• Flexible paid leave options.
• Consistent wage increases.
• Pension retirement and job stability.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The impact varies by bargaining unit.