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Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney

Deputy City Attorney III - Workers' Compensation

Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney About Us

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with high caliber legal services. This includes prosecuting criminal misdemeanors, leading efforts in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California. About Us

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with high caliber legal services. This includes prosecuting criminal misdemeanors, leading efforts in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.

Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.

Description

The Department of Water and Power Division acts as General Counsel to the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (DWP), its officers and employees, and its Board of Commissioners. Division attorneys are responsible for legal representation, counsel and advice, and litigation related to DWP operations. The Civil Litigation (Tort) Section represents DWP in civil liability claims and litigation. The practice is active, interesting, and includes a large variety of cases, including personal injury, inverse condemnation, class actions, and wildfire litigation.

Duties And Responsibilities

The selected attorney will be responsible for:

Representing the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (DWP) in workers’ compensation cases filed by DWP employees. Appearing before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board. Working with a high-volume case load, familiarity with virtual court appearance procedures, occasionally traveling throughout Southern California for in-court appearances, as well as performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice law in all courts in the State of California and the United States District Court for the Central District of California; Must have excellent legal skills and the ability to become familiar with medical terms, medical report analysis, and Appeals Board hearing and disability rating procedures Experience supervising attorneys and support staff; Familiarity with the WCAB EAMS electronic filing system.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with the IVOS case management system.

Writing Sample

Candidates must provide two writing samples they personally authored in the last two years.

Requirements For Application

Cover letter Resume Writing Sample - Required to submit 2 writing samples

Supplemental Information

Location

221 North Figueroa Street, Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the County of Los Angeles.

Probation

Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a two- year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successfully completing this probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Classification

Internal applicants: Placement in this position will be as a lateral transfer with the selected candidate assuming the position in their current classification.

Application and Deadline

Interested candidates should go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacityattorney/ to apply online.

Qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Position will remain open until filled.

Conflict of Interest

This position is designated as Category 1 on the Conflict-of-Interest Code .

Contact

Questions? Please email atty.recruit@lacity.org .

AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL (213) 978-7160.Seniority level

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