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 CACI 24-02

Title: Civil Jury Instructions: Revisions to Judicial Council of California Civil Jury Instructions

Summary: The Advisory Committee on Civil Jury Instructions seeks public comment on proposed revisions and additions to the Judicial Council of California Civil Jury Instructions (CACI). Under California Rules of Court, rule 10.58, the advisory committee is responsible for regularly reviewing case law and statutes affecting jury instructions and making recommendations to the Judicial Council for updating, revising, and adding topics to the council’s civil jury instructions. On approval by the Judicial Council, all changes will be published in the 2025 edition of the official LexisNexis Matthew Bender CACI publication.

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

https://sec.usajobs.gov/job/799988300

JOB SUMMARY

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney in its Irvine office. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of complex litigation experience and experience as first chair in five or more jury trials. Experience in insurance litigation, municipal/public entity litigation, and construction matters is beneficial, but not required. This dynamic role is able to sit in either the Irvine or Los Angeles office and offers an opportunity to work in Kutak Rock’s expanding litigation practice and collegial and collaborative environment. 

Interested individuals may apply here:https://www.kutakrock.com/general-content/careers

QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities

·        Ability to handle all aspects of complex civil litigation matters, including client communications, motions, discovery response, court appearances, and negotiating settlements

·        Proficient in taking and defending depositions as well as drafting disposition motions 

·        Excellent oral and written communication skills

·        Ability to be strategic and analytical

·        Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills

·        Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and drive to help shape and expand a growing practice

·        Ability and confidence to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team environment

·        Ability to be mentored and taught remotely by attorneys in other offices

·        Commitment to achieving the goals of firm clients

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience

·        Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school in the United States is required

·        Currently admitted to practice in California with an active bar license in good standing required

·        8+ years of experience in complex civil litigation with first chair experience in 5+ jury trials

 

Position Information

Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $175,000-$225,000 base, commensurate with experience

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

 

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible Time Off Plan. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.

Additional Information

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).

About the Firm

Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.

 

We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.

MENTORING PROGRAM SURVEY

Thank you for your organization's valuable contributions to our California legal profession through your mentoring program.

The State Bar is committed to supporting and enhancing these efforts across our community. We recognize your program as a crucial resource and are compiling a directory of the diverse mentoring opportunities available in our state. This initiative aims not only to facilitate professional growth but also to foster a more interconnected legal community.

We greatly appreciate your participation in this survey, which seeks to capture the essence and impact of your program. Responses will be kept confidential and used only for the stated purposes of supporting and enhancing mentoring programs.

Please complete the State Bar Mentoring Program survey to help us compile a directory of the diverse mentoring opportunities available in our state.

​​​​​​​­­­­­­­­­­­­­­DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ROLE SUMMARY
The Opportunity:
The Deputy Director will hold a key leadership role within CWLC and collaborate with local, state, and federal partners to achieve advocacy goals and work to secure a more just and equitable society. In partnership with the Executive Director, the Deputy Director will drive the strategy to advance CWLC’s mission to break down barriers and grow the potential of women and girls through transformative litigation, policy advocacy, and education.

Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate for Deputy Director must have a J.D. with a minimum of 7 years of litigation experience and  a minimum of 5 years of management experience of attorneys and staff. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to to issues affecting women and families, civil liberties, public interest work, and the mission of CWLC; and a broad knowledge of constitutional, civil rights, and human rights law, including those relating to gender discrimination, Title IX, violence against women, pay equity and economic security, and women’s health.

​​​​​​​Salary range:
The target salary range for this role is $160 - $195K. The role is based in Los Angeles, CA.

More information: https://npag.com/cwlc-depdir

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office is excited to announce the recruitment for Deputy District Attorney IVs is now open!

Qualified  candidates are encouraged to apply soon: Apply Here - DDA IV - OC

Salary:

Hourly:               $64.55 – 89.31

Biweekly:          $5,164.00 - $7,144.80

Monthly:            $11,188.67 - $15,480.40

Annually:          $134,264.00 - $185,764.80

https://hrs.ocgov.com/benefits-prospective

Please see the attached Notice from the Clerk about maintaining accurate contact information in CM/ECF.

The notice is also available on the Court’s website at http://www.cacd.uscourts.gov/news/reminder-requirement-maintain-updated-contact-information-cmecf

Civil and Small Claims

SP24-08

Title: Civil Practice and Procedure: Implementation of Assembly Bill 1119 in Small Claims Cases

Summary: Assembly Bill 1119 (Stats. 2023, ch. 562), enacted October 8, 2023, requires the Judicial Council to adopt and revise forms as necessary to implement a new procedure for debtor’s

examinations used to enforce judgments concerning consumer debts. To implement AB 1119 in small claims cases, the Civil and Small Claims Advisory Committee proposes adopting two

mandatory Small Claims forms and revising four forms. The committee also proposes revisions to the general civil judgment form to reflect the new law. Another proposal revising Judicial

Council Enforcement of Judgment forms to implement AB 1119 has already circulated for public comment.

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

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JOB SUMMARY

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Litigation Attorney to join its Los Angeles office. Qualified candidates have at least six years of complex civil litigation experience. Experience in asbestos, toxic tort, product liability, and personal injury defense preferred, but not required.  This dynamic role affords the opportunity to work in Kutak Rock’s expanding regional and national Litigation practice.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to be strategic and analytical
• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to address sophisticated legal issues in complex litigation, ranging from state and federal court motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and appeals
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and drive to help shape and expand a growing practice
• Ability and confidence to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team environment
• Ability to be mentored and taught remotely by attorneys in other offices
• Commitment to achieving the goals of Firm clients

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school required. Preference will be given to those with strong academic credentials, a judicial clerkship, or law review experience
• Currently admitted to practice in California with an active bar license in good standing required
• Minimum six years of experience in complex civil litigation with courtroom and trial experience required. Preference given to those with asbestos, toxic tort, product liability, and personal injury litigation experience

 

Position Information

Salary Range: $170,000-$190,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

Status: Exempt

Work Location: Hybrid 3:2

 

 Benefits

 Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible Time Off Plan. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.

 

 Additional Information

 Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

 Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).

 

 About the Firm

 Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.

 We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.

Apply Here: https://www.kutakrock.com/general-content/careers

Kring & Chung, LLP, an AV rated law firm, seeks an associate attorney for our Irvine location with 2-5 years of experience in employment law, including litigation, mediation, arbitration, and employment-related transactions. The candidate must be licensed to practice law in California.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Qualifications and experience include wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, harassment and discrimination litigation, FEHA, EEOC, ADA, wage orders, and leaves of absence. The candidate must have skills in client interaction, research and analyzing information, drafting employment documents including employee handbooks and employment agreements, preparation of written correspondence, pleadings, discovery, law and motion, pre-trial motion/submittals and taking and defending depositions. Professional marketing and presentation skills experience and/or interest in business development, marketing, speaking engagements and writing articles are a significant plus. Salary range: $100,000 to $150,000. 

Benefits:

•              401(k)

•              Dental insurance

•              Flexible spending account

•              Health insurance

•              Life insurance

•              Paid time off

•              Vision insurance

We are a full-service law firm dedicated to providing quality legal services for businesses and individuals throughout California and Nevada. We are comprised of accomplished and experienced attorneys with diverse backgrounds in both litigation and transactional matters. We offer a friendly atmosphere and competitive compensation package including excellent benefits. Please email your resume in a Microsoft Word or PDF format, along with salary requirements to Michelle Bennett at mbennett@kringandchung.com.