The Department of Law offers a generous benefits package, including a flexible schedule, telework opportunities, training opportunities, and competitive salaries.
H1: Assistant Attorney General - Civil Rights Section: Job Summary and Requirements
H2: Job Duties and Responsibilities
Organization: Department of Law
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General - Civil Rights Section
Salary: Commensurate with experience and bar year
Location: Remote (Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Macon, Georgia)
Job Summary:
The Department of Law is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Rights section of the General Litigation Division. This position may potentially be considered a remote position and is open to candidates residing in Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Macon, Georgia.
Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited law school
- Member of the Georgia Bar
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of litigation experience
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Represent state officers and employees in federal lawsuits seeking injunctive relief and money damages
- Travel is required in this position
- Litigate cases by appearing in federal courts to try cases and argue motions and appeals
- Research and prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Work with expert witnesses
- Prepare discovery requests and responses
- Provide legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies
- Conduct research on pertinent legal issues and stay updated on recent legal developments
- Participate in multistate working groups
- Review sign-on opportunities for letters, comments, and briefs
- Attend continuing legal education seminars and make presentations
- Travel as required by the position (typically not much travel is required)
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary commensurate with experience and bar year
- Generous benefits package including flexible schedule, telework opportunities, training opportunities, and competitive salaries
Application Process:
To move forward in the recruiting process, applicants are required to attach a current resume, cover letter, Department of Law Employment Application, two writing samples, copies of official undergraduate and law school transcripts, and answer all prescreening questions. If the file is too large to attach, documents can be emailed to with the position title and application materials in the subject line.
Additional Information:
A criminal background check is completed on all candidates, and employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of the background investigation. Candidates that are being strongly considered for the position will also be required to submit a Georgia Department of Revenue Tax Clearance letter.
Due to the volume of applications received, the department is unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All applicants will be considered, but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
