Jobs/Opportunities

The California Supreme Court is the state’s highest court. Its decisions are binding on all other California state courts. The court conducts regular sessions in San Francisco, as well as in Los Angeles and Sacramento; it may also hold special sessions elsewhere. The Civil Central Staff is composed of 16 attorneys and serves the court in preparing conference memoranda analyzing petitions for review, writ petitions, proposed amendments to the Rules of Court, and other civil and State Bar of California matters filed in the Supreme Court.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Reviews, evaluates, and analyzes briefs, petitions, motions, and other pertinent documents filed in a particular case.
• Prepares written statements of fact pursuant to rules of appellate review.
• Analyzes legal issues raised by parties.
• Reads and applies cases, statutes, constitutional provisions, and rules cited by parties.
• Conducts independent research for relevant cases, statutes, rules, and secondary sources not cited by parties.
• Researches legislative history and intent of particular statutes.
• Drafts conference memoranda and orders.
• Consults with other attorneys and professional staff regarding issues on review.
• Conducts special legal research and assignments when requested, including editing of work prepared by court externs.

Qualifications: 

Active membership in the State Bar of California and the equivalent years of post-bar legal experience in a legal setting such as a private law practice, corporation, government agency, law school, court, or legal publishing company.

The Supreme Court of California offers a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days per week in the office, depending on work assignments.

Deadline to apply is April 20, 2026. 

Location: San Francisco, CA.

Salary with benefits:

• Level A Supreme Court Attorney Salary: $7,081 per month
• Level B Supreme Court Attorney Salary: $8,569 - $10,889 per month
• Level C Supreme Court Attorney Salary: $9,422 - $11,974 per month
• Level D Supreme Court Attorney Salary: $10,848 - $14,474 per month
• Senior Supreme Court Attorney Salary: $12,276 - $16,384 per month

Go HERE to apply and view the complete job description. 

 The position provides counsel to the Council and City staff on a wide range of municipal matters, including land use and development, personnel and employment issues, contract review and negotiation, real property 
transactions, environmental regulations, and election law. The City Attorney’s duties include:

• Advising officers and authorities of the City on all legal matters related to municipal business
• Prosecuting violations of the Redding Municipal Code and other applicable ordinances
• Representing the City in all legal proceedings in which it is a party or has an interest
• Employing, supervising, disciplining, and, if necessary, removing attorneys and other subordinate personnel
• Collaborating with the Shasta County District Attorney, who has con current jurisdiction to prosecute code violations and file civil suits as needed

The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge of municipal law and proven experience working in or with a local government agency. Core areas of expertise include:

• Land use and economic development
• Conflict of interest law and Brown Act compliance
• Contract drafting and review
• Public works and code enforcement
• Employment law

Qualifications: 

• A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and membership in the State Bar of California are required.
• Ten (10) years relevant experience in the practice of law and four (4) to five (5) years of municipal law experience are required.

Deadline to apply is May 3, 2026. 

Annual salary with benefits: $280,000 - $310,00.

Go HERE to view the complete job description with instructions on how to apply for this position.

Greines, Martin, Stein & Richland is one of California's premier appellate practices. We're looking to add a California-barred attorney to our team. Appellate experience, as a law clerk or in practice, is strongly preferred. Successful candidates also generally graduated near the top of their law school class and participated in law review or moot court.

We take great pride in our supportive workplace culture, and continue to accommodate those who prefer flexible work-from-home and/or hybrid office schedules.

Please visit our website to learn more about the firm, the people who make up the firm, and the firm's ongoing commitment to diversity. https://www.gmsr.com.

To apply for a position in our Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Francisco office, please send a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to careers@gmsr.com. Applying through a recruiter is strongly discouraged.

This role provides the ability to build knowledge and skills with a variety of transactional matters, including tax, energy, debt, and equity financing and real estate matters, while working closely with experienced partners. Ideal candidates are interested in joining a growing transactional practice covering deals across the country involving partnerships and corporations, tax and tax credits, real estate, and secured lending and equity finance. 

Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms", provides attorneys the opportunity to grow their practice while making valuable contributions in a collegial and collaborative environment. 

This position may sit in either the Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Denver, CO; Fayetteville, AR; Irvine, CA; Kansas City, MO; Little Rock, AR; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Richmond, VA; Rogers, AR; Scottsdale, AZ; Spokane, WA; Springfield, MO; Washington, D.C.; or Wichita, KS offices. 

Annual salary range and benefits: $180,000-$300,000.

Use this link to apply.

Under general supervision, the Judicial Assistant to a Supreme Court Justice provides complex, confidential support including project management, policy analysis, paralegal and legal secretarial work, outreach, and administrative duties.

Responsibilities include coordinating weekly conferences and case materials, preparing benchbooks and memoranda, editing and proofreading court documents, verifying legal citations, managing the justice’s calendar and communications, serving as a liaison to internal and external stakeholders, coordinating events and travel, supporting clerkship recruitment, ensuring compliance with judicial ethics requirements, and maintaining records and chambers resources.

Qualifications: Six (6) years of legal secretarial experience, including at least five (5) years of technical legal research; or a bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of legal secretarial experience, including technical legal research.

Deadline to apply is April 8, 2026. This position will remain open until filled.

Location: San Francisco, CA.

Salary with benefits: 7,365 - $8,954 per month.

Go HERE to apply and view the complete job description. 

The Judicial Council of California seeks a Supervising Attorney for CFCC’s Court Assistance, Resources, and Education unit to lead juvenile law projects.

This role oversees staff, contractors, and high-profile initiatives; manages project deliverables; and directs legal analysis, policy implementation, and development of rules and forms related to juvenile law. Working with leadership, the Supervising Attorney ensures timely project execution, supports courts through legal guidance and education, and collaborates with stakeholders at the state and federal level.

Responsibilities include overseeing responses to legislative and Judicial Council actions affecting juvenile court rules and forms; directing development and review of related legal and policy issues; supervising attorneys’ analysis and reports; managing 7–15 rule and form proposals annually; supporting the Family and Juvenile Law Advisory Committee; and providing legal oversight of juvenile law grant projects.

Qualifications: Juris Doctor and four (4) years of post-bar experience as a practicing attorney, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role and active membership in the State Bar of California required prior to hire.

Deadline to apply is April 20, 2026, 5:00 pm.

Location: San Francisco or Sacramento, CA.

Salary with benefits: $14,421 - $17,306 per month.

Go HERE to apply and view the complete job description. 

This position will perform varied and complex paralegal, legal secretarial, and office administrative duties for Justice Zukin and her staff.

This role provides complex paralegal, legal secretarial, and administrative support for Justice Zukin and staff. Responsibilities include managing writ petitions and case calendars; drafting, editing, and proofreading opinions and court orders; verifying legal citations and preparing final opinions; coordinating with the Reporter of Decisions; maintaining chambers resources; organizing workflow and priorities; collaborating with court staff; and handling correspondence and additional administrative tasks as needed.

Knowledge of: Administrative and legal office practices; complex legal concepts and procedures; advanced legal research methods; California court practices; relevant computer applications; proper legal writing, citation, and style; organizational policies; and basic supervision.

Ability to: Maintain confidentiality; apply legal principles; conduct research; exercise independent judgment; manage multiple priorities and deadlines; train staff; use standard software; communicate effectively; build working relationships; and plan, direct, and review work.

The deadline to apply is  April 13, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Salary Range: $6,826 to $8,304 per month (Starting salary will be between $6,826 and $7,509).

Go HERE to apply and view the complete job description. 

The Office of the City Attorney seeks an attorney to join our General Government & Finance Team. The attorney will work closely with various City leaders, departments, and bodies, including the City Administrator and City Council, on a wide range of municipal government and finance matters. 

Duties may include, but will not be limited to, providing legal advice and review related to: municipal finance, revenue, taxation, fees, contracting and procurement, elections and ballot measures, ethics and conflict of interest, public records, open meetings laws, and parliamentary procedure. An interest in these areas of law is a must, and experience is a plus. 

Submit a cover letter and resume by email to: jobs@oaklandcityattorney.org

Travieso Law Firm is a prestigious Law firm located in Costa Mesa, Orange County, California. Practicing Family Law, Civil Litigation, Real Estate Law, Criminal Defense and related disciplines.

We are currently seeking to add a full time associate attorney, 0-5 years of experience in civil litigation and/or family law preferred but willing to consider a highly motivated new admittee who's willing to commit to learning the practice and sticking around long-term. The associate attorney will primarily be reporting and working directly with the managing partner who primarily works in Civil Litigation, Family and Criminal Law.

The ideal candidate should ideally have experience drafting discovery, pleadings, dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment and trial preparation. Admission to and familiarity with US District Court litigation is helpful. Excellent writing and research skills are required. Training and supervision are provided with room for growth for competitive candidates. This is a great mentoring opportunity.

Duties will include conducting legal research, preparing and responding to motions and pleadings, attending hearings or court appearances, reviewing and summarizing various records, meeting with clients, propounding/responding to written discovery, and taking and defending depositions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Active member of the State Bar of California (Will consider an applicant who is pending bar results)
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Essential Forms and Timeslips.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively and handle multiple priorities in a timely and professional manner.

Please contact the managing partner at atravieso@travieso.law with a resume writing sample and desired salary.  

The California Department of Justice is seeking to fill numerous attorney positions throughout the State of California. Below is a list of the most current Deputy Attorney General (DAG) series vacancies. You can review the job announcements for each vacancy by clicking on the hyperlink under the “LINK” column.

If you are interested in applying, please complete your application on or before the deadline.

View/Download PDF

Recruiters are also available to speak with potential candidates and answer questions.

DOJ Legal Recruitment Unit
 
Office of Human Resources
Office of the Attorney General
California Department of Justice
LegalRecruiters@doj.ca.gov