Paralegal, Antitrust Law Section, Public Rights Division (Senior Legal Analyst)

Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Deputy Attorney General Supervisor and/or the Senior Assistant Attorney General, the Senior Legal Analyst independently performs a wide variety of the most responsible, varied and complex paralegal duties relating to litigation and investigations. These tasks include, but are not limited to: analyzing files, facts and documents, summarizing and organizing data and information, using computerized litigation support software, compiling data and gathering information, preparing legal documents, assisting with trial preparation, legal research, handling complaint intake from the public, acting as Case Coordinator for ProLaw, assisting in maintaining section files, logs and statistics and assisting with section administrative matters. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment. • This position is located in the Division of Public Rights, Antitrust Section, and may be filled in Los Angeles or San Francisco. Please clearly indicate your preferred city or cities in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application. • A fingerprint check will be required for those hired from outside of the Department of Justice. • Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams. • To take the online Senior Legal Analyst (SLA) examination and establish list eligibility for appointment, please click the following link: SLA Examination - CalHR. • To take the online Legal Analyst (LAN) examination and establish list eligibility for appointment, please click the following link: LAN Examination - CalHR. Desirable Qualifications 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: • Applicants should have demonstrated strong analytical and paralegal skills. • Familiarity with legal concepts and procedures is highly desirable. • Experience with electronic discovery software, Relativity, CaseMap, Trial Director, Power Point, Word and Excel is highly desirable, as are relevant linguistic skills and experience in investigations and complex litigation. • The applicant should possess the ability to work independently or in a team setting, take initiative, assume high level responsibility, and exercise good judgment. • Good verbal and written communication skills are critical.