Assistant AG: Constitutional & Administrative Law Appeals

Todd & Weld, LLP; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General seeks an experienced Assistant Attorney General to join the Constitutional & Administrative Law Division in Springfield.

You will represent state officials in appeals and litigation in state and federal courts, handling matters involving statutes, regulations, and agency decisions. The role demands a Massachusetts bar, 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong writing, and a commitment to public service.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or have a pending admission.
• Must be a member of the bar of the U.S. 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.
• Effective legal writing skills and the ability to independently handle litigation in the trial and appellate courts.
• Demonstrated interest in public service and working in a collaborative, public-law environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent state officials and agencies in appeals and litigation in state and federal courts.
• Advise on state statutes, regulations, policies, and agency adjudicatory decisions.

Skills

Massachusetts bar

US District Court MA bar

Legal writing

Litigation experience

Public service mindset

Job description

The Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General seeks an experienced Assistant Attorney General to join the Constitutional & Administrative Law Division in Springfield.

You will represent state officials in appeals and litigation in state and federal courts, handling matters involving statutes, regulations, and agency decisions. The role demands a Massachusetts bar, 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong writing, and a commitment to public service.