Deputy City Attorney II / III

About Us

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with the highest caliber legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors, playing a leading role in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.

Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.

Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Representing the City in all phases of trial level labor and employment litigation;
• Presenting recommendations to City Council and attendant bodies;
• Meeting with high ranking appointed and elected City employees and officials;
• Analyzing legal liability and damages at all phases of litigation;
• Law and motion preparation and argument;
• Creating and implementing a case handling and litigation strategy from inception of litigation through trial; and
• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Significant jury trial experience (civil or criminal) to verdict;
• At least three years of litigation practice in California Superior Court or United States District Court;
• Demonstrated strong research and writing skills in complex areas of law;
• Ability to deal effectively with public officials, departmental personnel and members of the public;
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills, good judgment, and a strong work ethic; and
• Strong oral communication and advocacy skills.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of jury trials
• Candidates are required to submit two writing samples personally composed by the applicant in the past two years.

Supplemental Information

This position may qualify for up to 2 days of telework.

City Hall East, 200 N. Main Street, Los Angeles. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the County of Los Angeles.

Classification
Internal applicants: Placement in this position will be as a lateral transfer with the selected candidate assuming the position in their current classification.

AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION AT (213) 978-7160.