Exempt | Location: Civic Center
$94,127.00 - $221,390.00
Human Resources
2139787160
atty.recruit@lacity.org
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
CIVIL LITIGATION BRANCH
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:
DCA I $94,127 – $137,599
DCA II $115,696 - $169,148
DCA III $151,442 - $221,390
About Us
The Los Angeles City Attorney's office 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 the highest caliber of legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors and playing a leading role 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.
The Workers’ Compensation Division is responsible for defending the City of Los Angeles in industrial injury claims litigated before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.
Duties and Responsibilities
Attorneys in the Workers’ Compensation Division represent the City of Los Angeles in workers’ compensation cases filed by City employees. The responsibilities of these positions require appearances before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) and on occasion, in the State Appellate Courts. The City also has several Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) programs in operation and some attorneys will be required to handle mediation and arbitration for claims filed by city employees who are covered by ADR Agreements. The WCAB is a state administrative agency with exclusive jurisdiction over disputed employee claims for benefits for injuries arising out of employment. Pre-trial discovery and appellate processes often accompany these cases.
Requirements
Applicants for this position must have a license to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California. Additional requirements include:
Desired Qualifications
Writing Sample
Candidates are required to submit a writing sample. A Petition for Reconsideration, Trial Brief or Petition for Writ of Review are preferred.
Benefits Offered
Telework
This position may qualify for up to 3 days of telework per week.
Current Location 700 East Temple Street, Room 220, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the County of Los Angeles.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID -19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf
Probation
Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a two (2) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the two (2) year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.
Application and Deadline
Attorneys interested in applying should submit a resume, writing sample, and cover letter specifying DCA – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION #3034 F in ONE (1) merged pdf file via email to atty.recruit@lacity.org.
Resumes will be accepted until positions are filled. Selected applicants will be invited to interview.
Conflict of Interest
This position is designated as Category 1 on the Conflict of Interest Code.
Contact
Questions? Please email atty.recruit@lacity.org.
Application and Deadline
Attorneys interested in applying should submit a resume, writing sample, and cover letter specifying DCA – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION #3034 F in ONE (1) merged pdf file via email to atty.recruit@lacity.org.
Resumes will be accepted until positions are filled. Selected applicants will be invited to interview.