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Welcome, alumni and students, to our exclusive job posting page tailored just for you! Discover the exciting career opportunities available to our graduates. Your journey doesn't end with graduation – discover job openings that align with your legal education and expertise.
 
We're thrilled to connect graduates and students with these excellent job opportunities! Please keep in mind that it's up to you to verify availability with the employer. 
 
Do you have an employment opportunity for our alumni or students? Please send all announcements to info@montereylaw.edu for consideration. All announcements are reviewed before posting. 

Posted: 12/18/2025

Career Opportunity at Fitzpatrick & Swanston

Associate Attorney – Employment Litigation
Fitzpatrick & Swanston is seeking an Associate Attorney with an interest in employment litigation to join our practice. Strong research, writing, and client relationship skills are

essential. The ideal candidate will possess practical experience in employment cases from pre-litigation through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings. The ideal candidate will be available to work full-time, in-person, in Salinas.


Our practice focuses on discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and other California Labor Code and FEHA claims, as well as wage and hour litigation, including class actions and PAGA. This role offers the opportunity to independently manage cases while working closely with experienced litigators on complex matters.


Qualifications:
1. Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
2. 1 - 3 years of civil litigation experience
3. Experience in employment law is highly desirable

Compensation & Benefits
1. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
2. Medical and dental
3. 401(k) Plan (with matching contribution)
4. Professional liability insurance
5. Professional association dues, and CLE

To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@fandslegal.com.

Posted 12/27/2025

Mendocino County is recruiting for Deputy Public Defender I-IV (through January 19, 2026) and Deputy District Attorney I-III (ongoing applications for current recruitment due December 28, 2025).

Deputy Public Defender I, $85,051.20 - $103,396.80 annually: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca/jobs/5177246/deputy-public-defender-i

Deputy Public Defender II, $96,324.80 - $117,104.00 annually: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca/jobs/5177274/deputy-public-defender-ii

Deputy Public Defender III $112,424.00 - $136,676.80 annually: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca/jobs/5177306/deputy-public-defender-iii

Deputy Public Defender IV, $132,600.00 - $161,158.40 annually: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca/jobs/5177504/deputy-public-defender-iv

Deputy District Attorney I-III: $85,051.20 - $136,676.80 annually  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca?keywords=deputy%20district%20attorney 

Posted: 12/27/2025
 
Salary

See Position Description

Location 

Multiple Locations- See Job Description, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-1524-01 (O)

Department

Child Support Services

Opening Date

12/08/2025

Posted 1/6/2026

Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney

Salary Range: $107,500 - $185,000

Hanna Brophy is seeking experienced attorneys for our Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Orange, Sacramento, San Diego, Oakland, Redding, Riverside, Santa Rosa, and Van Nuys offices.

Hanna Brophy offers our attorneys the opportunity to join a dynamic legacy firm with a modern culture.  With over 80 years of dedicated workers’ compensation defense in California, Hanna Brophy balances a wealth of experience and a strong, diverse client base with cutting-edge technology that allows our attorneys to practice efficiently. We prioritize excellence in client service and pride ourselves on creating a culture that allows our team members to live their fullest lives.

 Benefits and Perks:

  • Health Insurance and 401k Plan with Matching
  • Extensive In-House Training and CLE
  • Competitive Salary and Bonus
  • Hybrid Work Environment
  • Commuter Benefits

 Job Responsibilities:

In addition to taking depositions and making appearances at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, as an Associate Attorney, you will:

  • Assume responsibility for cases at all levels of complexity
  • Communicate with clients
  • Develop strategies leading to efficient resolution of cases
  • Negotiate and settle cases-in-chief as well as liens
  • Draft pleadings and reports
  • Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation litigation

 Qualifications:

  • 2 Years of Workers' Compensation Experience Preferred
  • Valid CA Bar License

Hanna Brophy values its employees highly, promoting opportunities for growth and advancement within our firm. Please email resumes to Danielle Troxel: dtroxel@hannabrophy.com.

Posted 1/6/2026

Summer Internship for Law Students

The Employment Law Section of the Office of the Attorney General primarily handles civil litigation in the area of employment law.

Deputy Attorneys General in the Employment Law Section counsel and represent state government agencies in employment and constitutional cases filed in both federal and state courts. Typical matters involve discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. Deputies also work on nonemployment matters, which include representing agencies in administrative and writ proceedings.

The Employment Law Section in Oakland has volunteer positions open for law school students seeking experience in employment law and litigation in the public sector, primarily during the summer term of June to August. Student externs will have the opportunity to experience a broad range of civil litigation practice. Externs may assist deputies in researching and drafting briefs, preparing discovery, and assisting in trial preparation. They may attend witness interviews, depositions, settlement conferences, court hearings, and trials. They may also attend and assist at administrative hearings. Externs will have every opportunity to prepare a substantial writing sample.

How to Apply: Law students interested in applying to Oakland's Employment Law Section internship program should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Joshua Irwin and Karen Lowhurst, Deputy Attorneys General Office of the Attorney General P.O. Box 70550, 1515 Clay Street, 21st Floor, Oakland, California 94612

For more information: Joshua.Irwin@doj.ca.gov, (510) 879-0278 KarenKiyo.Lowhurst@doj.ca.gov, (510) 879-0286

Posted 1/6/2026

Self-Help Attorney - Hollister

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanbenitocourt?

Posted 1/14/2026

Tulare County is currently recruiting for Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV/Senior.  The position will be open until filled. Candidates can submit their resume and application by selecting the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tulare/jobs/5052964/attorney-i-senior-child-support