Attorney jobs in Modesto, CA

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Attorney Advisor
  • U.S. Department of Justice
  • Atwater, CA FULL_TIME
  • ATTORNEY ADVISOR

    FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS (BOP)
    UNITED STATES PENITENTIARY, ATWATER, CALIFORNIA
    ATTORNEY
    UNITED STATES PENITENTIARY, 1 FEDERAL WAY
    ATWATER, CA 95301
    UNITED STATES
    About the Office:

    The legal practice at the Consolidated Legal Center (CLC) covers a wide variety of issues focusing on correctional law and litigation, either through administrative or litigation channels and includes but is not limited to such matters as inmates' reasonable access to the courts (through access to legal materials, legal correspondence, and attorney-client visits), conditions of confinement, medical care, diet and religious accommodations, housing assignments, hygiene and sanitation, and discipline. The attorney will work closely with different United States Attorney's Offices handling litigation issues.

    As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

    Job Description:

    This position is part of the CLC Western Regional Office, Stockton, California, with a duty location of Atwater, California. The position primarily includes involvement in litigation and administrative functions in a legal office that oversees the legal operations associated with federal correctional institutions in the Northern District of California and the Eastern District of California, but case assignments are not limited to these judicial districts, and may include handling matters arising from other Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facilities as assigned. The BOP institutions primarily covered by this position are: the United States Penitentiary at Atwater, California, the Federal Correctional Institution, at Dublin, California; the Federal Correctional Institution, at Herlong, California; and the Federal Correctional Institution, at Mendota, California.

    The incumbent will be expected to provide advice, guidance and training to all levels of staff at these correctional facilities, including members of the Executive staff. The position requires frequent professional communication with defense attorneys, prosecutors, federal courts, agency officials, and outside stakeholders. The incumbent will need to develop a thorough knowledge of all aspects of BOP policy and practice as he/she may be required to appear in District Court on short notice to explain and advocate the agency's rationale for its correctional management decisions. In addition, the incumbent will be expected to conduct legal research, prepare litigation reports, and to draft legal documents as necessary in order to represent and defend the agency's position, and to assist the U.S. Attorney's Office with their representation of the Bureau of Prisons, with minimal supervision. The incumbent should also have the ability to take both standard and unique legal issues and to determine appropriate legal strategies. Although extensive correctional law training will be available, the incumbent should be a self-starter and be able to operate independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.

    This is a primary law enforcement position. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3307, the maximum entry age of 36 has been established for initial appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons correctional institution. The duties of this position may at times require frequent and direct contact with individuals in confinement who are suspected or convicted of serious criminal offenses. It has also been determined that the duties of this position require experience and knowledge of the on-the-job responsibilities of a primary law enforcement officer working in a detention facility. A prerequisite requirement of this position is the completion of "Institution Familiarization" and the satisfactory completion of a mandatory course in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques." Because of the nature and mission of this position, it requires "hands-on" understanding of the operating problems encompassed in working within an institution. The incumbent may be called on to perform as a law enforcement officer in a correctional environment during training, emergency situations, times of staff shortages and under any other type of correctional operating crisis. Specific correctional responsibilities may include custody and supervision of inmates, responding to emergencies and institution disturbances, participating in fog and escape patrols, and assuming correctional officer posts when necessary. The incumbent may be required to shakedown inmates and conduct visual searches in their work or living area for contraband. The incumbent must be prepared to use physical control in situations where necessary, such as in fights among inmates, assaults on staff and riots or escape attempts.

    Qualifications:

    Required qualifications: Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least three (3) years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

    Applicants will be required to pass a physical examination and submit to and pass a drug test prior to appointment to the position.

    Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in correctional law is preferred.

    Salary:
    The salary range, including locality pay adjustments, is GS-12 ($82,830 to $107,680), GS-13 ($98,496 to $128,043), or GS-14 ($116,393 to $151,308).
    Travel:
    Some travel may be required.
    Application Process:

    Applicants must submit a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience), resume and a writing sample by June 20, 2023, to:

    U.S. Department of Justice
    Federal Bureau of Prisons
    Western Regional Office
    7338 Shoreline Drive
    Stockton, California 95219
    Attention: Dennis Wong, Regional Counsel

    It is preferred that you submit your application materials via email to dwong@bop.gov.

    No telephone calls please. This position is open until filled, but no later than June 20, 2023.

    Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

    Application Deadline:
    Tuesday, June 20, 2023
    Relocation Expenses:
    Not authorized.
    Number of Positions:
    One

    Updated June 7, 2023


    Department Policies

    Equal Employment Opportunity: The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex - including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy status - or because of age (over 40), physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit based factor. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice.

    Reasonable Accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

    Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities: The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities, including individuals with targeted/severe disabilities to apply in response to posted vacancy announcements. Qualified applicants with targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for direct hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A (5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u)) hiring authority. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact one of the Department’s Disability Points of Contact (DPOC) to express an interest in being considered for a position.

    Suitability and Citizenship: It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Congress generally prohibits agencies from employing non-citizens within the United States, except for a few narrow exceptions as set forth in the annual Appropriations Act Pursuant to DOJ component policies, only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review, U.S. Trustee’s Offices, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, qualifying non-U.S. citizens meeting immigration and appropriations law criteria may apply for employment with other DOJ organizations. However, please be advised that the appointment of non-U.S. citizens is extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All DOJ employees are subject to a residency requirement. Candidates must have lived in the United States for at least three of the past five years. The three-year period is cumulative, not necessarily consecutive. Federal or military employees, or dependents of federal or military employees serving overseas, are excepted from this requirement. This is a Department security requirement which is waived only for extreme circumstances and handled on a case-by-case basis.

    Veterans: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service- connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that their retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

    USAO Residency Requirement: Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.


    This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

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Associate Attorney
  • Dependency Legal Services
  • Modesto, CA FULL_TIME
  • Dependency Legal Services is a non-profit law firm dedicated to serving children and parents in child abuse and neglect cases. We currently serve clients in six California counties. This is a high vol...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Litigation Attorney
  • Borton Petrini
  • Modesto, CA FULL_TIME
  • Borton Petrini, LLP, a dynamic statewide A-V rated law firm, has an immediate opening in their Modesto office for a civil litigation/insurance defense associate attorney. - 3 Civil Litigation experien...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Training / Felony Attorney (Attorney IV-V)
  • Stanislaus County
  • Modesto, CA FULL_TIME
  • About the Opportunity THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Stanislaus Public Defender is dedicated to treating clients with dignity and humanity, alternatives to incarceration, zealously fighting for clients' righ...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Training / Felony Attorney (Attorney IV-V)
  • Stanislaus County
  • CA 95354, CA FULL_TIME
  • THE IDEAL CANDIDATEThe Stanislaus Public Defender is dedicated to treating clients with dignity and humanity, alternatives to incarceration, zealously fighting for clients' rights and systemic change....
  • 13 Days Ago

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Training/Felony Attorney (Attorney IV-V)
  • Stanislaus County Department of Workforce Development
  • Modesto, CA FULL_TIME
  • Please note: This was posted on behalf of the Stanislaus County CEO’s office. If interested in this position, please apply directly through the online County application tool at www.stanjobs.orgAbout ...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Civil Litigation Attorney - REMOTE
  • Law Firm - California
  • Stockton, CA
  • Job Description Job Description *** $5,000 signing bonus *** We are currently hiring experienced litigators/litigation a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Attorney Lawyer - Litigation - REMOTE
  • Civil Litigation Law Firm
  • Modesto, CA
  • Job Description Job Description *** $5,000 signing bonus *** We are currently hiring experienced litigators/litigation a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent - 12 Month Roster
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Stockton, CA
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL(LB&I)DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Receptionist/ Legal Assistant
  • Law Firm Of Temica Smith Inc
  • Stockton, CA
  • Job Description Job Description IF YOU QUALIFY TO BE A LEGAL ASSISTANT OR HAVE AT LEAST 6 MONTHS OF EXPERIENCE IN A FAMI...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legal Secretary
  • Mayall Hurley P.C.
  • Lodi, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, likes a fast-paced environment wit...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Spread Your Wings, LLC.
  • Stockton, CA
  • Do not apply for this position unless you have: ** Provided support to California employers ** Extensive knowledge of Ca...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Delivery Driver Stockton Ca 01192022
  • Ray Morgan Company
  • Stockton, CA
  • **Delivery Driver Stockton Ca 01192022** * Full Time * Posted 4 days ago **Ray Morgan Company** **Job Title:** Delivery ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bar Back
  • Dave & Buster's, Inc.
  • Modesto, CA
  • Job Description: Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by serv...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Modesto /məˈdɛstoʊ/ (Spanish for "modest"), officially the City of Modesto, is the county seat and largest city of Stanislaus County, California, United States. With a population of approximately 201,165 at the 2010 census, it is the 18th largest city in the state of California and forms part of the Modesto–Merced combined statistical area. The Modesto Census County Division, which includes the cities of Ceres and Riverbank, had a population of 312,842 as of 2010[update]. Modesto is located in the Central Valley, 90 miles (140 km) north of Fresno, 40 miles (64 km) north of Merced, California, ...
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