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State Farm

Trial Attorney - Insurance Defense

Concord, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

... Assistant State's Attorney Additional Details * Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.

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How much do assistant state s attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant state s attorney in California is $85,313.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,100.00 and $93,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant State S Attorney vs District Attorney?

AspectAssistant State S AttorneyDistrict Attorney
CredentialsJurisdictions typically require a Juris Doctor (JD) and bar admissionSame as Assistant State S Attorney, often with additional experience
Work EnvironmentAssist in prosecuting criminal cases in courts, often under supervisionOversees prosecution office, manages cases, and sets policies
Employer & IndustryGovernment legal offices, criminal justice systemCounty or district government, criminal justice system
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Assistant State S Attorneys work under the supervision of District Attorneys, assisting in prosecuting criminal cases. District Attorneys oversee the entire prosecution office, making strategic decisions and managing staff. While both roles require legal credentials and involve criminal prosecution, Assistant State S Attorneys focus on casework, whereas District Attorneys hold leadership positions.

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Infographic showing various Assistant State S Attorney job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,313 per year, or $41 per hour.

Assistant United States Attorney (Appellate)

Department of Justice

Fresno, CA • On-site

$77K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

The Eastern District of California is seeking to fill an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) position in its Appellate Unit. The selected applicant will be based in our Sacramento or Fresno office and will work with other AUSAs in the criminal and civil divisions to prepare all briefs filed in the Ninth Circuit.
Qualifications:Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent), be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least 2 years of post-J.D. experience. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the bar (any jurisdiction). Applicant must have strong legal writing experience, as well as some foundational experience in either criminal or civil practice.
United States citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideal qualifications include previous appeals experience, either criminal or civil. The applicant must be capable of efficiently drafting and working with other to produce high-quality pleadings and briefs. The applicant should be team-oriented and desire to work with other appellate AUSAs in the Office, as well as AUSAs from the criminal and civil divisions. The applicant should enjoy both spontaneous consultations with colleagues, as well as the deep solitary work required of appellate brief-writing. Clerkship experience a plus.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.Education:Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent).Employment Type: OTHER

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