JC-531094 Attorney IV (Complex Litigation)

This posting states its location as United States rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Classification: ATTORNEY IV

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: If you previously applied to this position, it is not necessary to submit a new application.  

Under the direction of the Chief Counsel or Assistant Chief Counsels, and using broad discretion in working independently, the Attorney IV will handle and serve as the lead over complex and sensitive state and federal litigation against the Department of Developmental Services (Department), including mentoring and training other Department attorneys in litigation matters. The Attorney IV will serve as the subject matter expert on the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act and other laws applicable to or impacting individuals with developmental disabilities to effectively liaison with the outside counsel and navigate cases through the judicial process. Working with outside counsel, the Attorney IV’s combined litigation and subject matter expertise will be used to frame issues for the courts and juries to achieve the most favorable outcomes in cases. The Attorney IV will advise Department Executive Staff on management of complex cases while minimizing the burdens of discovery and other litigation responsibilities for the staff. The Attorney IV will handle, manage, and serve as lead trial counsel on the more complex administrative and regulatory matters the Department will face.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. 

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.  

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.  

Moderate to occasional daytime and overnight statewide travel may be required. Transport legal files and documents, as needed, to locations inside and outside the normal worksite for hearings and meetings. File boxes of documents may weigh up to 50 lbs. each and a file may constitute more than one box.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.:

• 1
• Describe why you are interested in working as an Attorney IV for the California Department of Developmental Services
• 2
• Describe your experience in handling complex civil or criminal litigation, including details of specific work you completed with the litigation
• If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ's or you may not be considered for the position
• The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
• If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters is Martin Rivera.