JOB
Desirable: Litigation experienceDuties may include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as legal counsel and attends meetings of boards and commissions.
May act as legal advisor to County offices and departments.
Prepares formal legislative measures, ordinances, resolutions, deeds, contracts, leases, and other legal instruments.
Prosecutes and defends civil actions on behalf of the County and special districts in federal and state court, appellate courts, and various administrative bodies.
Confers with and advises officers of County departments and representatives of special districts on questions pertaining to their respective powers, duties, functions, and obligations.
May provide lead direction and act as a legal resource to other professional staff.
Assists the County Counsel, Assistant County Counsel, and Chief Deputy County Counsels as needed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Experience: Level INoneLevel IIOne (1) year of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law.
Level IIITwo (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in the practice of civil law.
Level IVOne (1) year of experience as a Deputy County Counsel III with Merced County.
OR Four (4) years of experience in the practice of civil law.
License: Active membership in the State Bar of California at time of appointment.
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