The Fourth Appellate District, Division Three located in Santa Ana is now accepting applications
for central staff attorney positions. The positions are being recruited at levels C to Senior and will
be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individuals.
Duties of the attorneys include assisting in the drafting of bench memoranda and opinions in
assigned cases and reviewing memoranda and proposed opinions. These responsibilities
require that the attorney carefully and accurately review appellate briefs, trial records, and other
documents; thoroughly research and analyze existing law; draft clear, concise, and well-
organized memoranda and proposed opinions; and make recommendations regarding the
resolution of legal issues before the court. Attorneys perform legal duties and read, review, and
analyze case records; conduct research of legal issues; draft memoranda and opinion proposals;
edit and revise memoranda and opinions; and perform other related work as required.
The ability to discuss issues thoroughly and work independently while welcoming supervision and
editing of one’s work is required. Excellent analytical, writing, and research skills are mandatory.
The attorneys in these positions will review both criminal and civil cases. These are in-person
positions with some flexible scheduling.
4D3 Appellate Court Attorneys (Level C - Senior) 04.2025.pdf
