Bankruptcy Attorney

Are you interested in fighting complex financial fraud and protecting California's critical Medicaid program, Medi-Cal? The Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA), the California Department of Justice's fastest growing Division, is seeking an experienced attorney with bankruptcy expertise to join its Civil Litigation Section. Deputy Attorneys General (DAGs) in this role play a critical part in recovering millions of taxpayer dollars. This position offers a unique opportunity to investigate and litigate high-impact cases involving fraudulent schemes committed by hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturers, pharmacies, nursing facilities, medical equipment providers, and healthcare providers at the expense of the Medi-Cal program. Most cases are brought under the California False Claims Act (FCA) and may also involve federal FCA violations. This work frequently involves working with attorneys representing whistleblowers who bring FCA cases, and attorneys from the US Department of Justice and state attorneys from other state Attorney General offices, making for a dynamic and wide-ranging practice opportunity. The DMFEA Bankruptcy Attorney will undertake their own caseload of FCA work alongside other DMFEA DAGs. In addition, the DMFEA Bankruptcy Attorney will work with the DMFEA DAGs in providing expertise and assistance in resolving emergent bankruptcy-related case developments, including creditor side bankruptcy issues in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 proceedings under the United States Bankruptcy Code, and related adversary proceedings. The DMFEA Bankruptcy Attorney will also advise the DMFEA DAGs on bankruptcy considerations in pre-bankruptcy settlements and other related issues. Duties (in addition to providing bankruptcy practice expertise) Independently develop strategic case plans. Manage and shepherd FCA investigations. Handle informal and formal document-intensive and data-driven discovery. Identify, interview, and evaluate witnesses. Perform legal research in the areas of health care fraud and FCA-related law. Guide Paralegals and Investigative Auditors. Analyze claims data and develop damage models. Communicate effectively orally and in writing; and Coordinate enforcement efforts with multidisciplinary teams involving personnel from others. Litigate state FCA violations and other violations of California's Medi-Cal program. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Position Details Job Code #: JC-527802 Position #(s): View phone number on click.appcast.io-XXX Working Title: Bankruptcy Attorney Classification: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV $11,993.00 - $16,096.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Shall Consider: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Week: Monday-Friday Department Information This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Civil Section and may be filled in Burbank or San Diego. The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary. The starting salary for each classification will be: Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046 Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313 New to State candidates will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classification. Additional Information Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility. For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at . Please visit our new webpage: Become a DOJ Deputy Attorney General | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General . Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR . Benefits of working for the State of California Work-life balance 11 paid holidays Flexible paid leave options Consistent wage increases Pension retirement Job stability Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr