Assistant Attorney General - Child Advocacy (Hybrid)

Oregon Department of Justice; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Justice seeks self-motivated attorneys for the Assistant Attorney General role in the Child Advocacy and Protection Division based in Eugene. The position emphasizes litigation, frequent court appearances, and collaboration with the DHS Child Welfare Program, with a hybrid remote work schedule.

Candidates must be admitted to the Oregon State Bar and have practical legal experience; a CJIS background check is required, with a focus on child safety outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar.
• Minimum of one-year practical legal experience within the past ten years.
• Must pass CJIS fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Demonstrated oral advocacy proficiency.
• Practical knowledge of Oregon Rules of Evidence or completion of law school Evidence course.
• Willingness and availability to travel; must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must independently transport court and hearing materials to court and client offices.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to DHS Child Welfare Program in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases.
• Balance frequent court appearances with advisory work in a fast-paced agency-client environment.
• Collaborate with agency staff and internal support teams to improve child safety outcomes.

Skills

Bar admission (Oregon)

Oral advocacy

CJIS background check

Legal experience (1+ year)

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Evidence knowledge

Education

Oregon State Bar admission

Job description

The Oregon Department of Justice seeks self-motivated attorneys for the Assistant Attorney General role in the Child Advocacy and Protection Division based in Eugene. The position emphasizes litigation, frequent court appearances, and collaboration with the DHS Child Welfare Program, with a hybrid remote work schedule.

Candidates must be admitted to the Oregon State Bar and have practical legal experience; a CJIS background check is required, with a focus on child safety outcomes.