California Department of Justice

Our Civil Rights Enforcement Section is full of passionate, talented public servants committed to defending Californian’s civil rights.    And, we’re hiring.    Applications are now open for Deputy Attorneys General IV based out of San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento, Fresno, Los Angeles, or San Diego.    Attorneys hired in this role will lead litigation to advance civil rights, social justice, and racial equity, and defend California values in federal court.    Get to know a few of your future coworkers in their #MeetYourDOJ videos, and then submit your application. Watch: https://lnkd.in/gAWV6rVD   Apply: https://lnkd.in/gvHwfZu3

The federal administration is holding critical support for victims and survivors of crime hostage in order to strong arm California and other states into complying with its inhumane and frenzied immigration agenda. California won’t be bullied into capitulating. Read the California DOJ Weekly Update to learn more. https://lnkd.in/d7yHck2a

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we recognize the selfless efforts of humanitarians. Putting others’ needs before themselves, humanitarians fight everyday to create a better world for all.   Their sacrifice reminds us all of the importance of providing assistance, without discrimination, to those in need.

Last week, we argued our case in court against the Trump Administration’s use of federalized National Guard soldiers and Marines on the streets of Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. Read the California DOJ Weekly Update to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gKNCgjkz

The California Department of Justice is seeking a qualified attorney to fill our Special Assistant Attorney General for Immigration role. The most competitive candidates will have excellent academic credentials, legal/litigation experience, public policy experience, and a background in immigration law. A minimum of 5 to 7 years’ experience performing legal or policy duties will be required. If you are interested, then please follow the link and read more about this incredibly important position. https://lnkd.in/dH4ZB49d

Last week, California DOJ released a report on our fight to protect California from the Trump Administration's unlawful attacks. We didn't choose this fight, but we won't stand by while billions in already-approved funding are stripped away. Read the California DOJ Weekly Update for more. https://lnkd.in/dU8ScZ-i

Last week, we went to court to challenge the federal administration's attempt to defund Planned Parenthood and defend access to healthcare. Access to healthcare is a fundamental right, not a political bargaining chip. Read the California DOJ Weekly Update to learn more. https://lnkd.in/geBBW8st

Last week, our office addressed an urgent crisis unfolding inside Los Angeles County’s juvenile halls. For the first time in California Department of Justice history, we are asking a court to place a public institution into receivership. We are committed to doing everything in our power to ensure the safety, dignity, and rights of young people in California. Read the California DOJ Weekly Update to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gfzM_Cah

Join my team on Wednesday July 30th for a virtual briefing on the Annual Hate Crimes Report and the work we’re doing to build a safer, more inclusive CA. Visit oag.ca.gov/CARE to register Everyone deserves to feel safe — no matter who they are, where they come from, or what they look like.

AmeriCorps lights a spark of service in people across the nation. The California Department of Justice is fighting to protect it.