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Graduate Legal Assistant
Aberdeen, SD

SEO Friendly Job Title: Attorney General's Honors Program - Graduate Legal Assistant at California Department of Justice

H1: Join the Attorney General's Honors Program at the California Department of Justice

H2: Become a Graduate Legal Assistant and Serve the Public at the California Department of Justice

Organization: California Department of Justice
Department: Attorney General's Honors Program
Position: Graduate Legal Assistant

Salary: $5,075.00 - $6,359.00 per Month

Experience: Third year law students, final year graduate law students, judicial clerks, and applicants participating in government, academic, or public interest fellowships are encouraged to apply. Applicants must plan to take the July 2025 California Bar Exam.

Location: Los Angeles or San Diego

Working Conditions: Eligible for telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs

Final Filing Date: 10/14/2024

Position Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Overview:

The California Department of Justice is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join the Attorney General's Honors Program as Graduate Legal Assistants (GLAs). This program provides an opportunity for GLAs to work in one of the Department's Civil, Criminal, Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, or Public Rights Divisions under the supervision of a licensed attorney. GLAs will work on substantive legal matters of public interest and importance, conduct legal research, and assist in preparing legal documents. They may also have the opportunity to assist in special investigations and gain courtroom experience. In addition, GLAs will receive on-the-job training, career development programming, and mentorship.

Responsibilities:

- Work on substantive legal matters under the supervision of a licensed attorney
- Conduct legal research and assist in preparing legal documents
- Assist in special investigations and gain courtroom experience
- Receive on-the-job training, career development programming, and mentorship

Qualifications:

- Third year law students, final year graduate law students, judicial clerks, and applicants participating in government, academic, or public interest fellowships are encouraged to apply
- Must plan to take the July 2025 California Bar Exam
- Strong interest in public service
- Excellent academic record
- Journal, moot court, and/or mock trial experience
- Excellent writing skills

Application Process:

- Submit a completed application package, including the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678, resume, Honors Program Application, personal statement, writing sample, law school transcripts, and two letters of recommendation
- Applications must be received or postmarked by the final filing date
- Applications can be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account or by mail/drop-off
- Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process

Benefits:

- Competitive salary range of $5,075.00 - $6,359.00 per Month
- Eligible for telework
- Potential for permanent placement based on successful passage of the California State Bar and work performance
- Comprehensive benefits package

Join the Attorney General's Honors Program and make a difference in public service. Apply now and become a Graduate Legal Assistant at the California Department of Justice.






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