In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Civil litigation experience in California state or federal courts is strongly preferred. Employment litigation experience is a plus, but not required.
EAM deputies should possess excellent verbal and writing skills. EAM deputies should have the ability to effectively interview witnesses, and examine both percipient and expert witnesses at depositions, hearings and trials. EAM deputies also should be able to effectively and efficiently conduct legal research as well as understand and use numerous documents from numerous sources. Deputies will be expected to learn and competently navigate litigation and document management software.
Additionally, EAM deputies should be able to effectively advise and communicate with clients. Deputies should be able to competently advocate for clients orally and in writing, including preparing briefs before administrative bodies, trial courts, and appellate courts.
The successful candidate should be able to interact effectively with a diverse group of attorneys, paralegals, support staff, and clients. EAM deputies are expected to behave with the highest level of professionalism even in high stress situations, and understand and abide by the laws of the State of California, Rules of Professional Responsibility and ethics required of all attorneys of this office.