Assistant General Counsel

Position Summary

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is in-house counsel to the State Bar, providing a full range of services, including representation of the State Bar in all state and federal courts and before administrative agencies; advocacy of State Bar discipline and admission cases in the California Supreme Court; and providing legal advice to the State Bar Board of Trustees, and all State Bar entities, executives, and programmatic clients.

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OGC provides legal advice and representation in the following areas : litigation, admissions and discipline, antitrust, Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, bankruptcy, California Public Records Act, collections, contracts, copyright, governance, labor and employment, legislation, regulations and rules, real estate, regulatory work, and general corporate matters. Attorneys in OGC are also expected to work on requests for “second-look” of disciplinary complaints that have been closed by Office of Chief Trial Counsel.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks an attorney with a strong litigation background in state and federal court. The ideal candidate will also have public agency experience, including advising on laws such as the California Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, and the Government Claims Act. Prior experience in other advisory and transactional matters, including insurance-related tasks, such as claims reporting and review of insurance policies, and drafting and reviewing contracts, is also desirable.

We are looking for a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously, and is skilled at providing solution-oriented advice. The successful candidate will possess the ability to break down complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, have a strong work ethic, and be dedicated to public service.

Being a natural collaborator is imperative to this position. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with colleagues within the OGC and throughout the State Bar.

The ideal candidate will also embody the State Bar’s core values, particularly growth mindset, clarity, respect, and excellence. Additionally, they should align with the State Bar’s mission, strategic plan, and goals of the office.

How to Apply

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