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The Oakland City Attorney’s Office is a dynamic, innovative and award-winning municipal law practice working to protect and advance the rights and interests of Oakland residents.

All applicants must complete the City of Oakland Employment Application & Background Check forms, in addition to responding to specific requirements listed in each job announcement (typically a cover letter and a resume.) Follow the specific instructions listed in each job description.

If you have any questions about applying for a job with the Office of the City Attorney, contact info@oaklandcityattorney.org.

Celebrating and Recognizing the Power and Benefits of Diversity

The Oakland City Attorney’s Office continues to be one of the most diverse legal teams in our country. We are proud of and value our diversity in all arenas, including but not limited to age, gender, race, sexual orientation and disability status. Diversity improves and informs our advice and legal counsel and enhances the public services we provide to the residents of one of the most diverse cities in America by providing a broad range of points of view, perspectives, insight and strategies.

Current Job Opportunities

DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY III OR IV – GENERAL AND COMPLEX LITIGATION

DCA III OR IV  – General and Complex Litigation Announcement

STRATEGIC LOCAL GOVERNMENT RESPONSE ATTORNEY

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