Correctional Law Graduate Legal Assistant

Duties include: Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence Exercising independence and initiative in cases involving cutting-edge issues of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights Carrying a caseload while working collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to achieve excellent results for the State of California Traveling as necessary for depositions, witness interviews, client meetings, and site inspections inside correctional institutions statewide This is a full-time position, in a collegial office environment, with opportunities for intermittent telework. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Minimum Requirements: You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT

Desirable Qualifications: In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Strong research and writing skills Experience in general civil litigation Experience drafting discovery motions, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs Strong oral-argument skills Experience assisting in civil discovery, depositions, trial preparation, bench or jury trials, and appellate work Interest in correctional law, prison procedures, and applicable constitutional law