System (CalPERS) under a 2% @ 55 formula for TO APPLY “Classic” Members (membership before January 1, If you are interested in this 2013) and 2% @ 62 formula for new members. outstanding opportunity, please Deferred Compensation — 457 Deferred Compensation apply online at: Program available (no matching contribution). www.bobmurrayassoc.com Insurance — Medical coverage through CalPERS Health Filing Deadline: Program. Executive employees pay 20 percent of premium Open Until Filled costs. Resumes will be reviewed CHIEF TRIAL as they are received. Leave Allowance — Starting with 19 days of vacation and per- sonal leave, 14 holidays, and 12 days of sick leave. Following the filing deadline, COUNSEL resumes will be screened ac- Additional Benefits — Dental and Vision, Long Term Disability cording to the qualifications out- Insurance coverage, Life Insurance, State Bar-funded retiree lined above. The most qualified health after 15 years of CalPERS service (80 percent paid by candidates will be invited to State Bar), parking and transit reimbursement program. A preliminary interviews with Bob modest relocation reimbursement allowance is available. Murray & Associates. Applicants will be advised of the status of the recruitment following finalist selection. Finalist interviews will be held with The State Bar of California. A select group of can- didates will be asked to provide references once it is anticipated that they may be recommended as finalists. References will be contacted only following candi- date approval. If you have any questions, please call Valerie Phillips at: (916) 784-9080 TRANSFORMATIONAL core mission of the State Bar Qualified candidates for this • Ability to listen and encourage OPPORTUNITY FOR were transferred to a new, pri- position will bring significant, dialogue; open door policy vate, nonprofit corporation. The progressively responsible • Ability to create and foster an A PROVEN LEADER sole focus of the State Bar in experience in the practice inclusive environment The State Bar of California is seeking a protecting the public is now on of law. By statute, the • Culturally sensitive its regulatory function. Addition- position requires a min- collaborative, visionary, and politically • Diplomatic, candid, and politi- ally, access to legal services imum of five years of astute legal professional to become the cally astute and improving diversity and legal experience, how- Bar’s Chief Trial Counsel (CTC). The CTC is the top • Skilled working in a complex inclusion in the legal profession ever, a minimum of ten prosecutor for the State Bar’s attorney discipline system. environment with multiple inter- are integral components to the years is strongly preferred The CTC is appointed by the Board of Trustees and is subject ests and stakeholders to confirmation by the State Senate for a term of four years State Bar’s public profession including substantial trial • Skilled negotiator and may be reappointed for additional four-year terms. mission to build and retain a experience and a broad base profession of attorneys capable of legal knowledge. In addition, Technical Competencies THE ORGANIZATION of providing high-quality legal a minimum of two years of prosecu- • Prosecutorial experience, ideally, The State Bar’s mission is to protect the public and includes services and representative of torial or similar experience in administrative at both the staff and manage- the primary functions of licensing, regulation and discipline of the rich diversity of California’s agency proceedings or with a licensing agency, as well as admin- ment levels attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent population. istrative oversight and senior management experience. Candi- • Experience managing large practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and dates must be active licensees in good standing with the State workforces, preferably in a inclusion in, the legal system. The State Bar serves the people of GOVERNANCE Bar of California and have a demonstrated verifiable reputation for unionized setting California through careful oversight of the legal profession. The The State Bar is governed by an integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any • Solid budget and staff manage- State Bar licenses more than 260,000 attorneys, and annually appointed Board of Trustees. The other capacity. ment expertise investigates approximately 16,000 complaints of attorney mis- Board consists of 13 members – In addition to the previously stated requirements, the State Bar is • Skilled using data to make in- conduct and distributes over $75 million in grants to legal aid five attorney members appointed desirous of attracting strong leaders who also possess the follow- formed decisions; embraces organizations. by the Supreme Court; one attor- ing characteristics and competencies: technology to improve opera- ney member and one public (non- The California Legislature created the State Bar as a public corpo- Leadership Competencies tions and efficiencies attorney) member appointed by ration in the 1927 State Bar Act. The State Bar Act authorizes the • Open and accessible attitude and approach in working with the • Good administrative and oper- the Speaker of the Assembly; State Bar, subject to approval by the California Supreme Court, Board of Trustees, OCTC staff and various external stakeholders ational skills one attorney member and one to establish the qualifications for admission to practice law, adopt in order to instill trust and confidence with these groups • Seeks-out and implements public member appointed by the Rules of Professional Conduct, and investigate and address Uncompromising ethics and integrity best practices relative to op- Senate Committee on Rules; and • attorney misconduct. The State Bar Act also authorizes the State erations and administrative four public members appointed • Strategic thinker and visionary; capable of envisioning and imple- Bar to aid in the administration of justice. In 1960, the electorate functions by the Governor and subject menting a better future state added the State Bar to the California Constitution. to Senate confirmation. Each • Innovative problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented THE In 2011, the California Legislature amended the State Bar Act to member is appointed for a four- commitment to continuous quality improvement COMPENSATION make public protection “the highest priority for the State Bar of year term. and implementing technological efficiencies California and the Board of Trustees in exercising their licensing, The annual salary range for the The Board is responsible for de- • An inspirational and transformational leader regulatory, and disciplinary functions.” Chief Trial Counsel in 2021 veloping the guiding policies who manages with integrity and vision (Business and Professions Code is $189,000 – $284,000; and principles underpinning the • Great motivator; sensitive and collegial section 6001.1) Consistent placement within this State Bar’s mission. Among its • Mission driven and results-oriented with a statutory change range is dependent responsibilities, the Board provides effective January 1, 2018, • Strategic and collaborative with effective upon qualifications. The guidance and feedback to the functions and activi- consensus problem solving skills State Bar also offers an Executive Director to ensure effec- ties outside of the • Excellent people management and staff attractive benefits pack- tive management and leadership development skills age including: of the State Bar. • Outstanding judgment and inclusive decision- Retirement — The State Bar The Board of Trustees is the ulti- making skills participates in the California mate executive authority of the • Great communicator; open, honest, and transparent Public Employees’ Retirement

2 5 is the chief enforcement officer for the guidance and direction to staff agency and has the fidu- attorneys before the State Bar State Bar’s attorney discipline system while clearly articulating a forward- ciary responsibility for the Court for professional miscon- and serves in this position consistent thinking vision for OCTC. The ideal health and success of duct. The vast majority of cases with Business & Professions Code candidate will establish an open the State Bar. originate from complaints from section 6079.5. The CTC is responsible and trusting partnership with members of the public, including for overseeing the budget and personnel the Board of Trustees, advise BUDGET former clients, party adversaries in the Los Angeles and San Francisco locations the Board on discipline policy, & STAFF in litigation, and opposing counsel of the Office of Chief Trial Counsel, subject to the and effectively develop collab- in litigation. A percentage of cases The State Bar’s 2021 Executive Director’s overall responsibility to administer the orative relationships with internal are initiated by the State Bar or budget projects total budget, personnel, facilities and related support activities in stakeholders such as the Office emanate from reports from courts, estimated revenue of accordance with the policy parameters established by the of General Counsel and external law enforcement, or banks. just over $200 million and Board of Trustees. stakeholders including the Legis- total expenses of over $190 At 279 staff, OCTC is about 45 lature, Supreme Court, Governor’s The CTC retains independence from the State Bar’s Executive million. The State Bar receives percent of the State Bar’s total Office, attorneys, and the public, Director with respect to the investigation and prosecutorial most of its revenue from mandatory workforce. OCTC is currently while at the same time, preserving functions of OCTC in individual cases. fees, which include attorney licensing fees. structured to include the Chief the CTC’s independent exercise of This position is typically based in Los Angeles; routine travel to Additional revenue comes from examination fees from the Trial Counsel, one Deputy Chief, prosecutorial discretion. the San Francisco office is required. Candidates whose base of First-Year Law Students’ Examination and the California Bar one Special Assistant to the The successful candidate will be operations would be the San Francisco office will also be considered. Examination, voluntary fees and donations, grants, and other Chief, five Assistant Chiefs, four an experienced legal professional sources such as Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts, other program administrative supervisors and 15 The incoming Chief Trial Counsel will have numerous priorities to who possesses a management registration and renewal fees, rental income and investment income. attorney supervisors. OCTC’s staff address upon appointment to the position. Some include: philosophy of trust and decisive- The State Bar is not part of the traditional State budget process, is comprised of 103 attorneys • Implementing directives to eliminate or reduce racial/ethnic ness, and who seeks to empower but the majority of its funding is dependent on annual licensing and 181 non-attorneys (including disparities in the outcomes of discipline system; and identifying and motivate staff while holding fee legislation. investigators, legal secretaries, and evaluating new initiatives to reduce disparities; him/herself and staff to high paralegals, and administrative The 2021 budget funds nearly 610 full-time equivalent positions. standards of performance and staff). Of these employees, ap- • Working closely with the Ad Hoc Commission on the Discipline The majority of employees are represented by Service Employees accountability. The CTC will be proximately 95% are unionized. System in evaluating OCTC policies and practices to provide for a International Union (SEIU), Local 1000. Staff is evenly divided between highly skilled in leading a large There are just over 60 located fair and effective discipline system; the State Bar’s offices in downtown San Francisco and organization in a collaborative, in San Francisco with the re- • Engaging in efforts to ensure continuous evaluation and improve- downtown Los Angeles. The State Bar owns both of inclusive manner while ultimately mainder in the Los Angeles ment of OCTC; the buildings it occupies. making critical decisions after office. OCTC’s annual • Initiating specific plans and activities aimed at promoting considering varying viewpoints. For further information about the State Bar of budget totals approx- trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders; and Key attributes for this position California, see its website at: www.calbar.ca.gov imately $60 million. • Developing strategies and tactics to improve employee include the art of balancing tact and diplomacy while being as- OFFICE OF CHIEF TRIAL morale, communications, equity, fairness, productivity, and THE accountability at all levels within OCTC. sertive and decisive in leading COUNSEL (OCTC) staff to accomplish the respon- POSITION The State Bar’s Office of Chief Trial Counsel sibilities and operational goals of The Chief Trial Counsel THE IDEAL prosecutes California attorneys for violations of OCTC. In addition, the CTC must reports to the Board the State Bar Act (Bus. & Prof. Code § 6000, et CANDIDATE possess a high level of political of Trustees through the seq.) and the Rules of Professional Conduct. OCTC The selected Chief Trial acumen in a dynamic environment, Regulation and Discipline also pursues remedies against non-attorneys for the Counsel will bring a as well as maintain composure (RAD) Committee on issues unauthorized practice of law. (Bus. & Prof. Code § 6125, et demonstrated history in what may be challenging cir- pertaining to the discipline sys- seq.) of exercising excep- cumstances. With integrity and tem. The CTC is a member of the tional legal judgment, objectivity, the role of the CTC is The intake teams of OCTC receive complaints and make State Bar’s leadership team and and solid leadership to balance public interest, pub- the initial determination if the complaint contains a is responsible setting the vision and managerial ex- lic protection and due process colorable claim of misconduct. Trial teams investigate of the office and leading staff in pertise to provide capably and effectively. the complaints and, where warranted prosecute carrying out that vision. The CTC

4 3 is the chief enforcement officer for the guidance and direction to staff agency and has the fidu- attorneys before the State Bar State Bar’s attorney discipline system while clearly articulating a forward- ciary responsibility for the Court for professional miscon- and serves in this position consistent thinking vision for OCTC. The ideal health and success of duct. The vast majority of cases with Business & Professions Code candidate will establish an open the State Bar. originate from complaints from section 6079.5. The CTC is responsible and trusting partnership with members of the public, including for overseeing the budget and personnel the Board of Trustees, advise BUDGET former clients, party adversaries in the Los Angeles and San Francisco locations the Board on discipline policy, & STAFF in litigation, and opposing counsel of the Office of Chief Trial Counsel, subject to the and effectively develop collab- in litigation. A percentage of cases The State Bar’s 2021 Executive Director’s overall responsibility to administer the orative relationships with internal are initiated by the State Bar or budget projects total budget, personnel, facilities and related support activities in stakeholders such as the Office emanate from reports from courts, estimated revenue of accordance with the policy parameters established by the of General Counsel and external law enforcement, or banks. just over $200 million and Board of Trustees. stakeholders including the Legis- total expenses of over $190 At 279 staff, OCTC is about 45 lature, Supreme Court, Governor’s The CTC retains independence from the State Bar’s Executive million. The State Bar receives percent of the State Bar’s total Office, attorneys, and the public, Director with respect to the investigation and prosecutorial most of its revenue from mandatory workforce. OCTC is currently while at the same time, preserving functions of OCTC in individual cases. fees, which include attorney licensing fees. structured to include the Chief the CTC’s independent exercise of This position is typically based in Los Angeles; routine travel to Additional revenue comes from examination fees from the Trial Counsel, one Deputy Chief, prosecutorial discretion. the San Francisco office is required. Candidates whose base of First-Year Law Students’ Examination and the California Bar one Special Assistant to the The successful candidate will be operations would be the San Francisco office will also be considered. Examination, voluntary fees and donations, grants, and other Chief, five Assistant Chiefs, four an experienced legal professional sources such as Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts, other program administrative supervisors and 15 The incoming Chief Trial Counsel will have numerous priorities to who possesses a management registration and renewal fees, rental income and investment income. attorney supervisors. OCTC’s staff address upon appointment to the position. Some include: philosophy of trust and decisive- The State Bar is not part of the traditional State budget process, is comprised of 103 attorneys • Implementing directives to eliminate or reduce racial/ethnic ness, and who seeks to empower but the majority of its funding is dependent on annual licensing and 181 non-attorneys (including disparities in the outcomes of discipline system; and identifying and motivate staff while holding fee legislation. investigators, legal secretaries, and evaluating new initiatives to reduce disparities; him/herself and staff to high paralegals, and administrative The 2021 budget funds nearly 610 full-time equivalent positions. standards of performance and staff). Of these employees, ap- • Working closely with the Ad Hoc Commission on the Discipline The majority of employees are represented by Service Employees accountability. The CTC will be proximately 95% are unionized. System in evaluating OCTC policies and practices to provide for a International Union (SEIU), Local 1000. Staff is evenly divided between highly skilled in leading a large There are just over 60 located fair and effective discipline system; the State Bar’s offices in downtown San Francisco and organization in a collaborative, in San Francisco with the re- • Engaging in efforts to ensure continuous evaluation and improve- downtown Los Angeles. The State Bar owns both of inclusive manner while ultimately mainder in the Los Angeles ment of OCTC; the buildings it occupies. making critical decisions after office. OCTC’s annual • Initiating specific plans and activities aimed at promoting considering varying viewpoints. For further information about the State Bar of budget totals approx- trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders; and Key attributes for this position California, see its website at: www.calbar.ca.gov imately $60 million. • Developing strategies and tactics to improve employee include the art of balancing tact and diplomacy while being as- OFFICE OF CHIEF TRIAL morale, communications, equity, fairness, productivity, and THE accountability at all levels within OCTC. sertive and decisive in leading COUNSEL (OCTC) staff to accomplish the respon- POSITION The State Bar’s Office of Chief Trial Counsel sibilities and operational goals of The Chief Trial Counsel THE IDEAL prosecutes California attorneys for violations of OCTC. In addition, the CTC must reports to the Board the State Bar Act (Bus. & Prof. Code § 6000, et CANDIDATE possess a high level of political of Trustees through the seq.) and the Rules of Professional Conduct. OCTC The selected Chief Trial acumen in a dynamic environment, Regulation and Discipline also pursues remedies against non-attorneys for the Counsel will bring a as well as maintain composure (RAD) Committee on issues unauthorized practice of law. (Bus. & Prof. Code § 6125, et demonstrated history in what may be challenging cir- pertaining to the discipline sys- seq.) of exercising excep- cumstances. With integrity and tem. The CTC is a member of the tional legal judgment, objectivity, the role of the CTC is The intake teams of OCTC receive complaints and make State Bar’s leadership team and and solid leadership to balance public interest, pub- the initial determination if the complaint contains a is responsible setting the vision and managerial ex- lic protection and due process colorable claim of misconduct. Trial teams investigate of the office and leading staff in pertise to provide capably and effectively. the complaints and, where warranted prosecute carrying out that vision. The CTC

4 3 TRANSFORMATIONAL core mission of the State Bar Qualified candidates for this • Ability to listen and encourage OPPORTUNITY FOR were transferred to a new, pri- position will bring significant, dialogue; open door policy vate, nonprofit corporation. The progressively responsible • Ability to create and foster an A PROVEN LEADER sole focus of the State Bar in experience in the practice inclusive environment The State Bar of California is seeking a protecting the public is now on of law. By statute, the • Culturally sensitive its regulatory function. Addition- position requires a min- collaborative, visionary, and politically • Diplomatic, candid, and politi- ally, access to legal services imum of five years of astute legal professional to become the cally astute and improving diversity and legal experience, how- Bar’s Chief Trial Counsel (CTC). The CTC is the top • Skilled working in a complex inclusion in the legal profession ever, a minimum of ten prosecutor for the State Bar’s attorney discipline system. environment with multiple inter- are integral components to the years is strongly preferred The CTC is appointed by the Board of Trustees and is subject ests and stakeholders to confirmation by the State Senate for a term of four years State Bar’s public profession including substantial trial • Skilled negotiator and may be reappointed for additional four-year terms. mission to build and retain a experience and a broad base profession of attorneys capable of legal knowledge. In addition, Technical Competencies THE ORGANIZATION of providing high-quality legal a minimum of two years of prosecu- • Prosecutorial experience, ideally, The State Bar’s mission is to protect the public and includes services and representative of torial or similar experience in administrative at both the staff and manage- the primary functions of licensing, regulation and discipline of the rich diversity of California’s agency proceedings or with a licensing agency, as well as admin- ment levels attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent population. istrative oversight and senior management experience. Candi- • Experience managing large practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and dates must be active licensees in good standing with the State workforces, preferably in a inclusion in, the legal system. The State Bar serves the people of GOVERNANCE Bar of California and have a demonstrated verifiable reputation for unionized setting California through careful oversight of the legal profession. The The State Bar is governed by an integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any • Solid budget and staff manage- State Bar licenses more than 260,000 attorneys, and annually appointed Board of Trustees. The other capacity. ment expertise investigates approximately 16,000 complaints of attorney mis- Board consists of 13 members – In addition to the previously stated requirements, the State Bar is • Skilled using data to make in- conduct and distributes over $75 million in grants to legal aid five attorney members appointed desirous of attracting strong leaders who also possess the follow- formed decisions; embraces organizations. by the Supreme Court; one attor- ing characteristics and competencies: technology to improve opera- ney member and one public (non- The California Legislature created the State Bar as a public corpo- Leadership Competencies tions and efficiencies attorney) member appointed by ration in the 1927 State Bar Act. The State Bar Act authorizes the • Open and accessible attitude and approach in working with the • Good administrative and oper- the Speaker of the Assembly; State Bar, subject to approval by the California Supreme Court, Board of Trustees, OCTC staff and various external stakeholders ational skills one attorney member and one to establish the qualifications for admission to practice law, adopt in order to instill trust and confidence with these groups • Seeks-out and implements public member appointed by the Rules of Professional Conduct, and investigate and address Uncompromising ethics and integrity best practices relative to op- Senate Committee on Rules; and • attorney misconduct. The State Bar Act also authorizes the State erations and administrative four public members appointed • Strategic thinker and visionary; capable of envisioning and imple- Bar to aid in the administration of justice. In 1960, the electorate functions by the Governor and subject menting a better future state added the State Bar to the California Constitution. to Senate confirmation. Each • Innovative problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented THE In 2011, the California Legislature amended the State Bar Act to member is appointed for a four- commitment to continuous quality improvement COMPENSATION make public protection “the highest priority for the State Bar of year term. and implementing technological efficiencies California and the Board of Trustees in exercising their licensing, The annual salary range for the The Board is responsible for de- • An inspirational and transformational leader regulatory, and disciplinary functions.” Chief Trial Counsel in 2021 veloping the guiding policies who manages with integrity and vision (Business and Professions Code is $189,000 – $284,000; and principles underpinning the • Great motivator; sensitive and collegial section 6001.1) Consistent placement within this State Bar’s mission. Among its • Mission driven and results-oriented with a statutory change range is dependent responsibilities, the Board provides effective January 1, 2018, • Strategic and collaborative with effective upon qualifications. The guidance and feedback to the functions and activi- consensus problem solving skills State Bar also offers an Executive Director to ensure effec- ties outside of the • Excellent people management and staff attractive benefits pack- tive management and leadership development skills age including: of the State Bar. • Outstanding judgment and inclusive decision- Retirement — The State Bar The Board of Trustees is the ulti- making skills participates in the California mate executive authority of the • Great communicator; open, honest, and transparent Public Employees’ Retirement

2 5 System (CalPERS) under a 2% @ 55 formula for TO APPLY “Classic” Members (membership before January 1, If you are interested in this 2013) and 2% @ 62 formula for new members. outstanding opportunity, please Deferred Compensation — 457 Deferred Compensation apply online at: Program available (no matching contribution). www.bobmurrayassoc.com Insurance — Medical coverage through CalPERS Health Filing Deadline: Program. Executive employees pay 20 percent of premium Open Until Filled costs. Resumes will be reviewed CHIEF TRIAL as they are received. Leave Allowance — Starting with 19 days of vacation and per- sonal leave, 14 holidays, and 12 days of sick leave. Following the filing deadline, COUNSEL resumes will be screened ac- Additional Benefits — Dental and Vision, Long Term Disability cording to the qualifications out- Insurance coverage, Life Insurance, State Bar-funded retiree lined above. The most qualified health after 15 years of CalPERS service (80 percent paid by candidates will be invited to State Bar), parking and transit reimbursement program. A preliminary interviews with Bob modest relocation reimbursement allowance is available. Murray & Associates. Applicants will be advised of the status of the recruitment following finalist selection. Finalist interviews will be held with The State Bar of California. A select group of can- didates will be asked to provide references once it is anticipated that they may be recommended as finalists. References will be contacted only following candi- date approval. If you have any questions, please call Valerie Phillips at: (916) 784-9080