The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in Austin, Texas is seeking a full-time Assistant Attorney General III-IV for their General Litigation Division. This position offers a salary range of $7,547 to $10,000 per month, with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout Texas, providing exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. The General Litigation Division handles a variety of cases, including constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern. The selected candidate will work on a wide range of cases, from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to gain experience and make a positive impact in the lives of Texans.
Position: Assistant Attorney General III-IV Organization: Office of the Attorney General Location: Austin, Texas
Salary: $7,547 - $10,000 per month Benefits: Excellent benefits package (**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Job Type: Full-time State Job Code: 3512 3513 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 26 28 Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Exempt Job Posting: Jan 18, 2025, 2:35:50 AM Closing Date: Ongoing
Responsibilities:
- Represents state agencies and officials in defense of lawsuits involving civil rights, employment, and other legal matters in state and federal court. - Conducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex legal documents. - Provides legal advice and counsel to state agencies and prepares and files briefs in state and federal appellate courts. - Prepares and tries cases in state and federal courts. - Provides excellent client service and works well with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment.
Qualifications:
Assistant Attorney General III: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. - Two years of full-time experience in civil litigation. - Licensed attorney by the State Bar of Texas. - Knowledge of laws and legal principles relevant to the General Litigation Division. - Strong communication and organizational skills. - Ability to work well in a team and provide excellent customer service. - Willingness to work in-person at assigned OAG location and travel as needed.
Assistant Attorney General IV: - Three years of full-time experience in civil litigation as a licensed attorney. - Exceptional academic credentials. - Experience with law review and/or post-graduation judicial clerkship. - Tried at least two jury trials to a verdict in state and/or federal district court. - Two years’ experience in civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, education law, and/or health care law.
TO APPLY: To apply for this position, submit an electronic application through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered. Your application may be subject to a criminal background check.
