Mass Tort Deputy Attorney General jobs in United States
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California Department of Justice · 20 hours ago

Mass Tort Deputy Attorney General

positionCalifornia, United States
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$10,852/mo - $15,325/mo
date5+ years exp

The California Department of Justice is seeking a Mass Tort Deputy Attorney General to join their Tort and Condemnation Section. This role involves handling complex civil litigation cases, focusing on government tort liability, and requires strong litigation skills to manage a variety of high-profile tort matters.

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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
Handling all aspects of appeals, including drafting opening and responding briefs and oral arguments

Qualification

Civil litigationTrial experienceLegal researchDocument discoveryClient communicationEthical standardsTeam collaboration

Required

Background in civil litigation
Experience in handling complex discovery including mass document productions and preparation of privilege logs
Ability to research and draft dispositive motions
Experience appearing in state and federal court at all levels
Ability to handle an extensive variety of tort matters that are often high profile and involve issues of first impression
Skills in investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
Ability to communicate and coordinate directly with clients about case status and strategy
Ability to work collaboratively with team members
Commitment to representing the Attorney General's Office with the highest ethical and professional standards
Experience first- and second-chairing jury trials
Ability to handle all aspects of appeals, including drafting opening and responding briefs and oral arguments

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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