Government

Huntington Beach, CA, United States

SENIOR TRIAL COUNSEL

Attorney

5-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary: Organization: City of Huntington Beach Job Title: Senior Trial Counsel (Senior Deputy City Attorney) Salary: $13, - $17, Monthly Location: Huntington Beach, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 0484-0924LIT Department: City Attorney's Office Opening Date: 09/18/2024 The City of Huntington Beach is currently seeking a Senior Trial Counsel (Senior Deputy City Attorney) to join their team in the litigation division. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience practicing law in California with civil trial experience. Strong legal research and writing skills are also required, along with experience in researching and writing Writs, Appeals, and preparing trial documents and briefs. Experience representing other government or public agencies at trial is a plus, and knowledge of State laws related to housing, planning and zoning, and environmental laws is desirable. The City Attorney's Office represents the City in all legal matters, including lawsuits, prosecuting crimes, and advising the City Council and officials. The Senior Trial Counsel will be responsible for handling all aspects of assigned cases, including investigation, pleading preparation, discovery, court appearances, and trials for various types of civil suits. They will also represent the City's Police Department and its officers in Pitchess Motions, as directed by the City Attorney or Chief Assistant City Attorney. Occasionally, they may also represent management in hearings involving City employee disciplinary matters. To be considered for this position, candidates must have graduated from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree and have at least 5 years of experience as a practicing trial attorney within a municipal law office or private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services. They must also be a current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association and possess a valid California Class C driver's license. The application process includes submitting a cover letter and updated resume, as well as participating in an oral exam. Candidates who are selected will undergo a background investigation before being appointed to the position. Organziation: City of Huntington Beach Job Title: Senior Trial Counsel (Senior Deputy City Attorney) Salary: $13, - $17, Monthly Location: Huntington Beach, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 0484-0924LIT Department: City Attorney's Office Opening Date: 09/18/2024 Essential Duties: - Handle all aspects of assigned cases or claims, including investigation, pleading preparation, discovery, law and motion, court appearances, settlement negotiations, legal research, witness preparation, and trials. - Represent the City in civil suits in State and federal courts, including advanced appellate work and representing the City's Police Department and its officers in Pitchess Motions. - Occasionally represent management in hearings involving City employee disciplinary matters. - Prepare and review all City Ordinances, Resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents. - Prosecute criminal cases arising from violations of the City Charter or Huntington Beach Municipal Code. - Defend the City in all lawsuits, including Writs and Appeals. - Conduct legal research and write legal documents, including Writs, Appeals, written discovery, dispositive motions, and trial documents and briefs. - Provide advice and counsel to the City Council and officials on all matters of law pertaining to the City's business. Minimum Qualifications: - Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree. - Five (5) years' experience as a practicing trial attorney within a municipal law office or private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services. - Current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association. - Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record. - State and Federal jury trial experience is desirable. Supplemental Information: - Application Review - Attach a cover letter and updated resume to your online application. - Examination(s) - An oral exam will be scheduled when a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received. - Selection Interview - Background Investigation - Appointment Supplemental Questionnaire: - Did you graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree? - Indicate your level of experience as a practicing trial attorney within a municipal law office or private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services. - Are you a current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association? - Have you litigated and tried jury trials to verdict in Superior Court? - List the case names of the jury trials you have tried and describe your role with each one of them. - Do you possess State and Federal jury trial experience? - Are you a CalPERS RETIRED Annuitant?

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and updated resume with their online application.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA-accredited law school, 5+ years of experience as a practicing trial attorney in a municipal law office or private firm representing public agencies, current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association.

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Hiring Coordinator
City of Huntington Beach
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Phone: 714-374-5358
Fax: 714-374-5370