AAG, Constitutional & Administrative Law

massago; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office seeks a highly motivated attorney to join the Constitutional & Administrative Law Division within the Government Bureau. The role defends state statutes and regulations, handles appeals, and represents state agencies in state and federal courts.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong legal writing, and familiarity with constitutional and administrative law. Commitment to public service and collaborative work is valued.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or have a pending application for admission.
• Must be a member of the bar of the United States District Court for Massachusetts or be eligible for admission in short order.
• At least three (3) to five (5) years of relevant legal experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with constitutional law, administrative law, civil and appellate procedure, and trial practice.

Responsibilities

• Represent state officials and agencies in appeals and litigation in state and federal courts regarding state statutes, regulations, policies, and agency adjudicatory decisions.
• Provide strategic legal guidance across constitutional and administrative law challenges for the Commonwealth.
• Demonstrate effective legal writing and independently handle litigation in trial and appellate courts.

Skills

Constitutional law

Administrative law

Civil & appellate procedure

Trial practice

Legal writing

Public service mindset

Collaboration

Job description

The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office seeks a highly motivated attorney to join the Constitutional & Administrative Law Division within the Government Bureau. The role defends state statutes and regulations, handles appeals, and represents state agencies in state and federal courts.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong legal writing, and familiarity with constitutional and administrative law. Commitment to public service and collaborative work is valued.