Correctional Law Section Deputy Attorney General III jobs in United States
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California Department of Justice · 1 week ago

Correctional Law Section Deputy Attorney General III

positionSan Francisco County, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$10,852/mo - $15,325/mo
date5+ years exp

The California Department of Justice is seeking a Deputy Attorney General III for the Correctional Law Section, one of the largest sections in the Civil Division. The role involves engaging in civil litigation, defending state employees in federal and state litigation brought by inmates, and providing representation to government officials and correctional administrators.

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Responsibilities

Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal
Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
Appearing in all levels of state and federal courts
Exercising independence and initiative in cases involving cutting-edge issues of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights
Carrying a caseload while working collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to achieve excellent results for the State of California
Traveling as necessary for depositions, witness interviews, client meetings, and site inspections inside correctional institutions statewide

Qualification

Civil litigationConstitutional LawCivil RightsTrial experienceLegal researchIndependenceAnalytical skillsCollaboration

Required

Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal
Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
Appearing in all levels of state and federal courts
Exercising independence and initiative in cases involving cutting-edge issues of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights
Carrying a caseload while working collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to achieve excellent results for the State of California
Traveling as necessary for depositions, witness interviews, client meetings, and site inspections inside correctional institutions statewide

Benefits

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) and more!

Company

California Department of Justice

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California Department of Justice is a non profit Law Enforcement agency.
location
Sacramento, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.oag.ca.gov

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Hamid Formoli
Founder/Co-Chair-Middle Eastern and South Asian Employee Advisory Committee
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Weslee Howell
Organization Development Partner - Office of Human Resources
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