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At Tyson & Mendes, we are redefining the legal landscape as a premier national firm dedicated to insurance defense and trial advocacy. Our innovative strategies—exemplified by our commitment to stopping Nuclear Verdicts®—and a track record of outstanding legal results set us apart. We’re not just another law firm; we’re a dynamic team on a mission to raise industry standards through continuous improvement and creative problem solving.

Tyson & Mendes is offering a retention-based sign-on bonus for California- and New York-barred attorneys hired between April and July 2025. This exclusive bonus program is available to attorneys supporting any California office or our New York office and is designed to reward long-term commitment and engagement.

Offers must be accepted by June 30, 2025, with a start date no later than July. Don’t miss this unique opportunity in the insurance defense market! https://grnh.se/4a6de4218us

Calling all recent law student graduates who want to begin their career in a service-first, community-minded environment!

Asian Americans Advancing justice-SoCal (AJSOCAL) announces a new opportunity—the Mark Yoshida Public Interest Fellowship.

Named for our legacy advocate who served at AJSOCAL for nearly 30 years, the Mark Yoshida Fellowship is a two-year experience in immigration law. The selected Fellow will work at AJSOCAL under the guidance of Immigration Project leadership on cases and key projects that positively impact AAPI immigrants and the wider community.

The Fellowship is open to individuals who have graduated from an American Bar Association accredited law school before September 2026 with a J.D. The Fellowship will begin in September 2026, and the Fellow must take the July 2026 California bar exam. Those with prior demonstrated experience and/or interest in immigration law, along with ties to the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications are accepted now through August 15, 2025.

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The Fourth Appellate District, Division Three located in Santa Ana is now accepting applications for central staff attorney positions. The positions are being recruited at levels C to Senior and will be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individuals.

Duties of the attorneys include assisting in the drafting of bench memoranda and opinions in assigned cases and reviewing memoranda and proposed opinions. These responsibilities require that the attorney carefully and accurately review appellate briefs, trial records, and other documents; thoroughly research and analyze existing law; draft clear, concise, and well organized memoranda and proposed opinions; and make recommendations regarding the resolution of legal issues before the court. Attorneys perform legal duties and read, review, and analyze case records; conduct research of legal issues; draft memoranda and opinion proposals; edit and revise memoranda and opinions; and perform other related work as required.

Learn more (Job #6406): https://www.courts.ca.gov/careers.htm?rdeLocaleAttr=en 

JOB SUMMARY

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an Associate in its Irvine office to join its busy Litigation practice. This role is ideal for a candidate with experience in insurance defense, municipal/public entity, and commercial litigation but additional substantial litigation experience in other areas will be considered.

Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms", provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career as they matriculate toward partnership opportunities in a collegial and collaborative environment.

$145,000-$165,000 annual base salary, Commensurate with education and experience

https://www.kutakrock.com/general-content/careers-attorney

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.

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 

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an Associate in its Los Angeles office to join its busy Litigation practice. This dynamic role is ideal for an attorney with interest in developing their knowledge and skills in environmental toxic tort and commercial litigation while working closely with experienced partners.
Salary Range: $145,000 - $170,000 annual base salary

Interested individuals may find the full description and details on how to apply on our website: https://www.kutakrock.com/general-content/careers-attorney

The Managing Counsel, Health Affairs, Privacy and Data Protection will supervise Oakland-based attorneys, paraprofessionals, and staff supporting healthcare, research, and technology operations throughout the UC system.

Payscale: $290,000 - $400,000, commensurate with experience

The first review date for this job is May 6, 2025. The position will be open until filled.

For more information and to apply, [click here].

LEGAL ADVISOR TO THE SUPREME COURT COMMITTEE ON JUDICIAL ETHICS OPINIONS (LEVEL I – IV)  (JO#6401)
Organization Name: California Supreme Court Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions
Location: California (Statewide)
Salary: $11,918.00 to $15,907.00 per month 
Closing Date: Please apply by May 18th

Website: https://www.courts.ca.gov/careers.htm

For more information and to apply, [click here].

The Office of the City Attorney seeks a well-qualified individual for a Deputy City Attorney III position in the General and Complex Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney. The majority of lawsuits filed against the City involve tort cases and this position will handle a significant number of
such cases as well as other cases, including but not limited to breach of contract, inverse condemnation, and civil rights.

Open: April 8, 2025
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
Salary Range: Deputy City Attorney III: $164,730.72 - $202,265.88 annually

For more information and to apply, [view the pdf].

The California Offices of Shook, Hardy & Bacon in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco are seeking staff attorney candidates with 3 – 10 years of litigation experience to join the Class Action & Appellate Litigation practice group.  Desired candidates will have experience drafting discovery requests and responses as well as document productions in product defense matters and an interest in handling arbitration matters in alleged automotive defect cases and other individual consumer fraud and privacy related matters.

In accordance with applicable law, the annualized salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000, depending on the candidate’s overall relevant experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Discretionary bonuses may also be awarded annually.  Shook, Hardy & Bacon provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for attorneys which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability income protection, transportation allowance, retirement plan, and paid leave programs.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at Careers | Shook, Hardy & Bacon.