Assistant Attorney General II-III

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Organization of the Attorney General (OAG) is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General II-III for their Law Enforcement Defense Division (LEDD). This full-time position, with a salary of $7,500 to $9, per month, is located in Austin, Texas. The LEDD represents the state's law enforcement agencies and their officials and employees in civil proceedings in both federal and state courts. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school, one to two years of experience as a licensed attorney in civil litigation, and be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. They should also have knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.

H1: Assistant Attorney General II-III Law Enforcement Defense Division Office of the Attorney General Austin, Texas
H2: Represent State Law Enforcement Agencies & Employees Civil Litigation Full-Time $7,500-$9, Monthly

• Full-time position with a salary of $7,500 to $9, per month
• Located in Austin, Texas
• Represent state law enforcement agencies and their officials and employees in civil proceedings in both federal and state courts
• One to two years of experience as a licensed attorney in civil litigation
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines

Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including legal research, witness preparation, client communications, case briefings, written discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Provide excellent client service and work well with other attorneys and staff
• Provide legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and law enforcement entities
• Maintain knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attend work regularly and comply with policies and procedures
• Manage a docket of moderately complex level cases

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• One to two years of experience as a licensed attorney in civil litigation
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines

To apply, submit an electronic application through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at . The OAG is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Organization:

The Organization of the Attorney General (OAG) is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits () along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, hands-on legal experience, and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.

Responsibilities:

• Represent state law enforcement agencies, officials, and employees in defense of lawsuits involving but not limited to: civil rights, employment law, torts, constitutional law, religious liberties, and class actions in both state and federal court
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including legal research, witness preparation, client communications, case briefings, written discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Provide excellent client service and work well with other attorneys and staff
• Provide legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and law enforcement entities
• Maintain knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attend work regularly and comply with policies and procedures
• Manage a docket of moderately complex level cases

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• One to two years of experience as a licensed attorney in civil litigation
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines

To apply, submit an electronic application through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at . The OAG is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Organization:

The Organization of the Attorney General (OAG) is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits () along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, hands-on legal experience, and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.

OAG is seeking a licensed attorney to handle litigation in defense of our state's law enforcement agencies and their officials

Not specified

Excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off

Not specified

Legal research, litigation, client service, communication, organization, decision making

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Electronic application through CAPPS Recruit, State of Texas application required

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

Legal