University of California Office of the President · 1 day ago
CHRISTOPHER M. PATTI LEGAL FELLOW
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$105K/yr - $110K/yr
0+ years expThe University of California Office of the President is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public service. They are offering a two-year full-time fellowship for recent Berkeley Law graduates interested in public service, providing exposure to a wide range of legal issues faced by public and non-profit entities.
EducationHigher EducationProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of UC Legal attorney(s), learns collaborative and consultative practices to begin establishing relationships with key internal (local and system-wide) and external constituencies (e.g., the public, government agencies, outside counsel, etc)
Becomes skilled at providing counsel to UC clients on standard to moderately complex matters
Utilizes best practice research methods and effectively communicates advice- both in writing and verbally
Learns to assess and manage priorities effectively
Effectively consults with supervisor regarding development and presentation of alternative approaches for addressing an issue, to include risk analysis
Ensures accurate record keeping in compliance with UC Legal data quality protocols
Complies with delegations of authority for committing University funds
Practices UC Legal's established Values for Principles of Community: collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness in all interactions, both within and outside the team
Learns to provide clear expectations and mentors legal support staff to meet expected levels of productivity and accuracy
Qualification
Required
Interest in pursuing a career with public or non-profit entities, possibly in the field of higher education. Interest in California public policy. Excellent academic credentials. Keen analytical skills
Ability to gain skills in collaboration and creative thinking to effectively partner with other attorneys and a diverse spectrum of clients. Ability to work collegially and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment
Basic understanding of legal issues in a University counsel setting
Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills, including strong ability to actively listen to understand and differentiate critical aspects of issue, prior to offering counsel. Aptitude for communicating persuasively verbally and in writing. Demonstrated written communication skills and ability to create and deliver effective materials and/or presentations appropriate to a particular audience
With mentoring in this Fellowship, the capacity to develop into the kind of exceptional counselor and lawyer that Chris Patti exemplified
Ability to acquire skills to draft accurate and complete legal documents, such as pleadings, legal responses, affidavits, position statements and briefs
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and tact when handling sensitive or potentially sensitive issues
Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards
Must have received a J.D. from Berkeley Law within the past 3 years, including 2026 (2024 to 2026)
Current member in good standing of the California Bar Association or anticipated to sit for the exam in July 2026 or later, with the prior approval of OGC
Company
University of California Office of the President
The Office of the President is the system wide headquarters of the University of California, managing its fiscal and business operations, and supporting the academic and research missions across its campuses, labs and medical centers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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