Office of Legislative Counsel State of California
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
The California Office of Legislative Counsel is a nonpartisan public agency within the government administration sector that provides confidential legal services to state policymakers, including Members of the Legislature and the Governor, as well as other clients. Its work centers on drafting legislative proposals and offering guidance on complex or novel legal issues across California law, contributing to the quality and clarity of state statutes that affect residents across the state. The agency supports legislative operations through the Legislative Data Center, which maintains databases on pending legislation and statutory provisions, enabling both the Legislature and the public to access information and navigate legal frameworks. Based in Sacramento, the organization operates within a collaborative professional environment focused on legal practice and public service, and it handles a broad range of information technology and support functions to sustain legislative processes. The firm is positioned as a key legal resource for state government, serving the needs of a large population and the legislative branch through specialized legislative counsel and data services.