Assistant Attorney General - Civil Rights

Law, Department of; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General, Department of Law in Georgia is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights division. The role involves federal civil rights litigation, drafting pleadings, and advising agencies on legal matters.

Graduation from an accredited law school and Georgia Bar membership are required; 1–3 years of litigation experience is preferred. The department offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for career growth within a large state government

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school is required.
• Member of the Georgia Bar is required.
• 1–3 years of litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent state officers and employees in federal lawsuits seeking injunctive relief and money damages.
• Research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and discoverable materials.
• Provide legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies; draft memoranda.
• Travel as required by the position and participate in multistate working groups.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Written advocacy

Education

Law degree (JD)

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving

• robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Assistant Attorney General - Civil Rights

Agency

Department of Law

Job Requisition ID

JR0000002879

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

MINIMUM $72,000.00 - SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AND BAR YEAR

Job Description

The Office of the Attorney General Department of Law Assistant Attorney General - General Litigation - Civil Rights The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General. The position filled through this announcement will serve in Civil Rights section of the General Litigation Division. Job Summary Duties of an attorney in this section include, but are not limited to: representing state officers and employees in federal lawsuits seeking injunctive relief and money damages. Travel is required in this position.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Appears in federal courts to try cases and argue motions and appeals;
• Researches and prepares pleadings, motions and briefs;
• Works with expert witnesses;
• Prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Provides legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies; drafts memoranda of advice.
• Conducts research on pertinent legal issues; keeps abreast of recent legal developments.
• Participates in multistate working groups.
• Reviews sign-on opportunities for letters, comments and briefs.
• Attends continuing legal education seminars as required; makes presentations at same
• Travel, as required by the position (typically not much travel is required)
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school and Member of the Georgia Bar

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of litigation experience

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All applicants will be considered but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected candidates are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The position will remain open until filled. Human Resources reserves the discretion to close the job announcement before the closing date if a significant number of applications are received. Please confirm all required documentation has been attached BEFORE submitting, you will be unable to edit the application. Minimum Qualifications: Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.