Job Title: Assistant Attorney General - 2025 Honors Program
Job Responsibilities:
The Assistant Attorney General (AAG) positions in the Honors Program involve a diverse and dynamic range of responsibilities. While each position is unique, typical duties include:
- Researching legal issues to provide informed and accurate legal advice.
- Consulting with clients and offering option-based advice as needed.
- Developing litigation strategies tailored to the needs of each case.
- Identifying and preparing witnesses and exhibits for legal proceedings.
- Crafting necessary pleadings and briefs for cases.
- Litigating cases before administrative entities or various levels of state and federal court.
- Collaborating directly and effectively with professional staff to support litigation needs.
- Contributing positively to the supportive, inclusive, and collegial community within the Attorney General's Office (AGO).
Education and Experience Information:
To be eligible for the Honors Program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a third-year law student attending a school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) or a judicial clerk of an appellate or federal court who received a Juris Doctor (JD) from a law school accredited by the ABA.
- The following qualifications are highly desirable:
- Superior verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex information clearly and concisely.
- An interest in litigation and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to manage one's caseload.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including teamwork and professionalism when working with diverse backgrounds.
- A demonstrated commitment to public service and an interest in the work of the AGO.
- A diverse background in education, experience, and perspective.
- Self-motivation to learn new areas of law and develop new skills.
- Flexibility in divisional and geographic preferences that align with the Honors Program’s timing and placement process.
Salary Information:
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) salaries are set between $76,752 and $149,508 annually. The exact amount is determined in accordance with Appendix B of the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General Collective Bargaining Agreement (AWAAG CBA). Positions located in King County are eligible to receive an additional 5% King County Assignment Pay. The AGO offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, vacation leave, sick leave, military and civil leave, and paid holidays.
Additional Information:
The AGO is committed to providing a healthy work-life balance and fostering a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. The benefits of joining the AGO include:
- A competitive benefit package with affordable medical, dental, and retirement plans.
- Flex schedules and telecommuting options.
- A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the supportive environment of the AGO.
- A health and wellness program.
- A training and career development program recognized for its excellence nationwide.
The AGO honors diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a respectful and supportive working environment for all employees and volunteers. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.
For any inquiries or assistance regarding the application process, candidates may contact the recruitment office at the provided email address. The application process involves submitting a letter of interest, resume, law school transcript, and a letter of recommendation by the specified deadline. Successful candidates will be invited for interviews, and offers are expected to be extended by November 2025.
The AGO emphasizes the importance of environmental stewardship and maintains a long-standing commitment to this goal through its policies. The AGO also supports members of the armed forces with paid military leave and offers additional leave types such as bereavement leave, parental leave, and leave sharing.
For more detailed information regarding benefits, candidates are encouraged to visit the State HR Website.
