Appellate Attorney: Child Protection Appeals

State-of-Maine; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Maine’s Office of the Attorney General seeks a full-time Assistant Attorney General in the Child Protection Division for appellate work in Maine courts. The attorney will draft complex briefs and motions, manage voluminous records, and participate in oral arguments, frequently in the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.

The role emphasizes exceptional writing, strong advocacy, and familiarity with Maine appellate procedures, with opportunities to contribute to trainings and panels.

Qualifications

• Fully admitted to the Maine Bar in good standing.
• Excellent writing and editing abilities with strong appellate experience.
• Experience drafting motions and briefs for appellate courts.
• Strong time-management and ability to handle voluminous records and transcripts.
• Familiarity with Maine Rules of Appellate Procedure and appendices.

Responsibilities

• Write 60–80 briefs per year for Maine Supreme Judicial Court and related courts.
• Prepare precise motions and briefs with clear arguments.
• Argue oral arguments, including live-streamed sessions.
• Manage workflow and deadlines; contribute to training and workgroups.

Skills

Exceptional writing skills

Oral advocacy

Editing

Time management

Motions and briefs drafting

Education

Maine Bar admission in good standing

Job description

State of Maine’s Office of the Attorney General seeks a full-time Assistant Attorney General in the Child Protection Division for appellate work in Maine courts. The attorney will draft complex briefs and motions, manage voluminous records, and participate in oral arguments, frequently in the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.

The role emphasizes exceptional writing, strong advocacy, and familiarity with Maine appellate procedures, with opportunities to contribute to trainings and panels.