Criminal Prosecuting Attorney and Civil Litigator

Criminal Prosecuting Attorney and Civil Litigator Hybrid in Irvine, CA | Full-Time About the Role Civica Law Group is looking for a Criminal Prosecuting Attorney & Civil Litigator with an active California Bar license to join our team. This role will work on criminal prosecution and civil litigation matters for public-agency clients.

The position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and gain exposure to a variety of issues involving public safety, code enforcement, and local government. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and researcher who is organized, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable managing multiple priorities.

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented legal professional eager to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do

Handle criminal prosecution and civil litigation legal matters for public-agency clients Conduct legal research and analyze legal and factual issues Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents Prepare for and participate in hearings and court proceedings Work with attorneys and paralegals on case preparation and strategy Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders Manage deadlines and multiple matters Stay current on relevant laws and legal developments What We're Looking For Active California State Bar license in good standing Experience in criminal prosecution, civil litigation, or a related practice area Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills Excellent organization and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong communication skills and sound judgment Interest in local government, public safety, or code enforcement Why Join Civica?

Meaningful and Interesting Legal Work Work on legal issues that directly impact communities, including public safety, code enforcement and quality-of-life matters Experienced Team Work alongside attorneys with decades of experience representing public agencies and learn from their experience. Hybrid Schedule Work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, with additional flexibility through our PTO policy for eligible exempt employees.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Firm-paid life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with discretionary employer contributions Unlimited paid time off Professional development and training opportunities California State Bar MCLE reimbursement Gym access Our Culture We believe great legal work is built on more than technical expertise.

We value integrity, respect, collaboration, diverse perspectives, accountability, and service. We want people who take pride in their work, support their colleagues, bring solutions to the table, and care about the clients and communities we serve. If you're looking for a litigation role where you can develop your legal career, work with experienced attorneys, have flexibility in your workweek, and contribute to issues that genuinely affect local communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation

$120,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Salary $120,000 - $150,000 per year