Description
Office of General Counsel
Annual Salary Range for Attorney III: $142,925 - $214,221
Annual Salary Range for Attorney IV: $157,218 - $235,643
FLSA Exempt / Non-Union Represented
This position allows for up to four days of remote work per week
About the Office
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.
OGC provides legal advice and representation in the following areas: civil 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.
The Ideal Candidate
OGC seeks an attorney with a strong civil litigation background in both state and federal court, including appeals. 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.
We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated attorney who takes initiative, can work independently with sound judgment, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and providing clear, solution-oriented advice. They should be able to break down complex legal concepts clearly and concisely, demonstrate 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—and align with the State Bar's mission, strategic plan, and goals of the office.
Attorney III Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Successful completion of a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
Experience:
- Minimum of four (4) years of progressively more responsible experience in litigation and/or legal advice work demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary for this position. Demonstrated verifiable reputation for integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any other capacity.
Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be required to successfully complete the State Bar’s selection process for this classification.
License, Certificate, and Registration Requirements:
- Must be an active member, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.
Attorney IV Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Successful completion of a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in litigation and/or legal advice demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary for this position. Demonstrated verifiable reputation for integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any other capacity.
Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be required to successfully complete the State Bar’s selection process for this classification. License, Certificate, and Registration Requirements: Must be an active member, in good standing, of the State Bar of California.
About the State Bar
The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation, and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system.
Our Values
Clarity | Investing in Our People | Excellence | Respect | Growth Mindset
DEI Statement
We are a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all of our employees and prospective employees experience fairness, dignity, and respect.
Learn more about our commitment to DEI.
