Torts attorney

2-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

## Torts Attorney

Torts attorneys handle all aspects of civil litigation defense in damages lawsuits naming the state, state agencies and state employees as defendants. Attorneys in the section practice in both state and federal court, managing cases from service of process through resolution, including investigation, discovery, motion practice, trial and appellate work. The attorneys in the section handle a wide variety of claims, including personal injury, property damage, medical malpractice, wrongful death and civil rights. They also provide advice and training to agencies and employees to reduce the state’s liability exposure.

### Qualifications

Applicants must have precise analytical skills, excellent writing ability, strong oral advocacy skills, time management skills, and good judgment. They should enjoy all aspects of the litigation process including trial and appellate work and enjoy working in a collaborative workplace.

### Benefits & Compensation

The state benefits package includes health benefits (including dental and vision), life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits, generous leave accrual, 11 paid holidays, a variety of retirement plans, potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Loan Forgiveness Program, a workweek, and eligibility for part-time teleworking, alternate workweek, or a flex schedule after an initial training period.

The estimated compensation for the Torts Attorney is based on a combination of judicial clerking and licensed legal experience. The compensated listed in the table represents the base pay. Several locations around Alaska have geographical pay differences. Upon a job offer, you would receive a firm salary quote based on location of position and qualifying experience. Attorneys are eligible to promote from Attorney 1 through 4 with service and acceptable job performance.

Attorney Level Experience Level Pay Range and Step Base Pay*
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Attorney 1 Unlicensed attorney 18 D or E $80,,
Attorney 2 Less than two years of licensed experience 20 C or D $88,,
Attorney 3 More than 2 but less than 4 years of licensed experience 22 B or C $98,,
Attorney 4 More than 4 years 24 B through F $112, – $128,

*Summary of Geographical Pay Rate Differences.

Location Base pay + geographical difference
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Anchorage, Kenai, Palmer, Ketchikan Base pay / no geo dif
Fairbanks Base pay + 3%
Juneau, Sitka Base pay + 5%
Kodiak Base pay + 11%
Nome, Dillingham Base pay + 37%
Bethel, Utqiagvik Base pay + 50%
Kotzebue Base pay + 60%

### Application Instructions

Candidates must submit a resume that includes a complete history of education and professional work experience, at least three professional employment references, a professional writing sample, and a cover letter which includes the job number. Applications must be emailed to (with the subject line “application for current attorney recruitment”) or mailed or hand-delivered to the Office of the Attorney General at 1031 W 4th Avenue, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99501.

As part of the application process a social media check may occur. All interested and qualified applicants will be considered, but not every applicant will be interviewed. The Department of Law is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the American with Disabilities Act. Applicants who need accommodation to apply may .

## Overview

The Department of Law is looking for an experienced Torts Attorney to join their team. The successful applicant should have precise analytical skills, excellent writing ability, strong oral advocacy skills, time management skills, and good judgment. They should enjoy all aspects of the litigation process including trial and appellate work and enjoy working in a collaborative workplace.

The Torts Attorney will handle all aspects of civil litigation defense in damages lawsuits naming the state, state agencies and state employees as defendants. This includes managing cases from service of process through resolution, including investigation, discovery, motion practice, trial and appellate work, as well as providing advice and training to agencies and employees to reduce the state’s liability exposure. Travel both in Alaska and out of state may be required.

The successful candidate will be eligible for a competitive salary and benefits package, including health benefits (including dental and vision), life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits, generous leave accrual, 11 paid holidays, a variety of retirement plans, potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Loan Forgiveness Program, a workweek, and eligibility for part-time teleworking, alternate workweek, or a flex schedule after an initial training period. The base pay plus geographical difference varies by location. Attorneys are also eligible to promote from Attorney 1 through 4 with service and acceptable job performance.

Health benefits (including dental and vision), life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits, Generous leave accrual, 11 paid holidays, A variety of retirement plans, Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Loan Forgiveness Program., 37.5-hour workweek, Eligibility for part-time teleworking, alternate workweek, or a flex schedule after an initial training period.

Analytical skills, Excellent writing ability, Strong oral advocacy skills, Time management skills, Good judgement

Email applications to (with the subject line “application for current attorney recruitment”) or mail or hand-deliver to Office of the Attorney General 1031 W 4th Avenue, Suite 200 Anchorage, AK 99501

Qualification and Experience Three years of litigation practice as an attorney responsible for their own caseload is preferred.

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