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