Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney · 1 month ago
Deputy City Attorney I/II
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expThe Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices, providing high-quality legal services to the City. The Deputy City Attorney I/II will represent the City in workers’ compensation cases filed by City employees, handling appearances and mediations as required.
GovernmentLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Appearances before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) and on occasion, in the State Appellate Courts
Handle mediation and arbitration for claims filed by city employees who are covered by ADR Agreements
Manage pre-trial discovery and appellate processes
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A license to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California
At least two years of experience practicing in California workers' compensation law
Familiarity with medical terms and the ability to analyze medical reports and diagnostic records
Familiarity with WCAB rules and regulations and hearing procedures
An understanding of the California disability rating system
Willingness and ability to handle a case load that requires travel throughout Southern California for court appearances
Resume
Cover letter
Writing sample - A Petition for Reconsideration, Trial Brief or Petition for Writ of Review are preferred
Preferred
Demonstrated excellent research and writing skills in complex areas of law
Familiarity with ADR programs and the ability to represent the City in mediation and arbitration in ADR claims
Ability to deal effectively with public officials, personnel from many City Departments, and members of the public
Strong oral communication skills
Appellate experience
Company
Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney
The Office of Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto is responsible for providing advice and legal opinions to every officer, department head, board, commission or other unit of the City and preparing and signing off on all contracts and other legal relationships of the City of Los Angeles.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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