Deputy City Attorney

2 hours ago

San Francisco, California, United States City and County of San Francisco Full time
About the Labor Team

The Labor Team is a dynamic group of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants who work together to defend the City in state and federal civil litigation, administrative proceedings, and provide proactive advice and risk management strategies to client departments on all aspects of the City's labor and employment relationships.

Deputy City Attorney Position and Responsibilities

The Deputy City Attorney will represent the City in employment litigation and administrative matters, handling all aspects of their cases, including case assessment, litigation strategy, client communication and coordination, conducting and responding to discovery, all motion practice, settlement evaluation and negotiation, trial and appeal.

Qualifications
  • Licensed to practice law in California
  • Three or more years of civil litigation experience
  • Five or more years of employment litigation experience
  • Ability to handle all phases of litigation, including intake and investigation, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiation, trial, and appeal
  • Ability to manage, investigate, and litigate multiple matters in both state and federal courts and administrative proceedings
  • Experience handling court appearances and oral argument
  • Familiarity with state and federal rules of civil procedure and local rules of court
  • Experience with e-discovery
  • Demonstrated interest, comfort, and good working knowledge of sophisticated document review tools
  • Ability to work effectively with paralegals, legal assistants, investigators, and other colleagues
  • Ability to assume responsibility quickly, work both independently and collaboratively, and identify and assess substantive and procedural legal issues
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently, meet multiple competing deadlines, manage workload changes, and dive into new assignments quickly
  • Excellent written and oral communication and advocacy skills
  • Ability to exercise excellent judgment, adapt to changes, and be curious
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
  • Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
  • Interest and ability to work successfully as part of a team

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