Assistant Attorney General III

2-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) offers a diverse and inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We value the cultural, ethnic, and racial diversity of our workforce, as well as the unique talents and abilities of each employee. The OAG believes that an inclusive and respectful workplace culture fosters a sense of belonging and promotes employee engagement, innovation, and productivity. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply for employment with the OAG. The OAG does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. The OAG welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please call or email the Human Resources Department at .

Summary:

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced attorney to join their General Litigation Division (GLD) as an Assistant Attorney General III. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a healthy work-life balance, hands-on legal experience, and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the capital of Texas. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees and provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. The GLD prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a focus on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and public policy matters. The Assistant Attorney General III will work on a dynamic and varied docket, gaining experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. They will also have the opportunity to work on larger teams handling complex and important cases for the State.

Job Title: Assistant Attorney General III - General Litigation
Organization: Office of the Attorney General
Location: Austin, Texas
Salary: $7, - $9, (Monthly)
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Number of Openings: 1
Closing Date: Ongoing

Responsibilities:

- Represents state agencies and officials in defense of lawsuits involving civil rights, employment, and constitutionality of state statutes in both state and federal court
- Conducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex motions and legal documents
- Prepares and tries cases in state and federal courts
- Provides legal advice and counsel to state agencies
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Qualifications:

- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Two years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working in civil litigation
- Licensed as an attorney by the State Bar of Texas
- Knowledge of laws and legal principles relevant to the General Litigation Division
- Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work well with others in a professional office environment
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location and travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

- Three years of experience as a licensed attorney
- State and federal court trial experience

To Apply:

To apply for this position, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply. The OAG does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. The OAG welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and provides accommodations during the application process upon request.

Excellent benefits including healthcare, retirement, and paid time off

Legal research, complex motion preparation, case preparation, trial experience, legal writing, oral communication, teamwork, time management, decision making, customer service

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Submit electronic application through CAPPS Recruit

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, licensed attorney by the State Bar of Texas, member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas

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