Assistant Attorney General, General Civil Unit

Commonwealth of Virginia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General in Virginia seeks an experienced civil litigation attorney to serve as Assistant Attorney General in the General Civil Unit. The role offers public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package.

You will defend the Commonwealth, its agencies and officials in state and federal courts, conducting legal research, pleadings, discovery, and court appearances, with opportunities for mentorship within the unit.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a challenging caseload and time management.
• Ability to supervise others and work independently within a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Defend the Commonwealth and its agencies in state and federal courts.
• Litigate civil matters ranging from personal injury to constitutional rights.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, briefs, and memoranda.
• Handle discovery including e-discovery and motions practice.
• Provide legal advice, attend court, and perform trial and appellate work; mentor colleagues.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Supervisory ability

Job description

Title: Assistant Attorney General, General Civil Unit

State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General

Hiring Range: $91,000 - $145,000, Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location: Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website: https://www.oag.state.va.us/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Trial Section's General Civil Unit. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, retirement and more, including the opportunity to regularly work on new and unique matters of statewide importance.

Defending the Commonwealth of Virginia, its agencies and departments, and its officials and employees in state and federal courts, litigating cases ranging from personal injury torts to alleged violations of constitutional rights. The representation includes legal research, preparing pleadings, drafting briefs and legal memoranda, conducting all aspects of discovery including e-discovery, motions practice, providing legal advice to clients, court appearances, and trial and appellate work - in addition to providing or receiving mentorship while working closely with other attorneys in the Unit. Excellent opportunity to practice in a variety of areas without repetitive daily tasks and obtain in-court experience. Work-life balance is emphasized and encouraged. Our attorneys come from a variety of litigation backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar required.
• The position requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in time management, the ability to manage a challenging caseload, and a willingness to assist and supervise others.
• Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.
• Ability to work independently, but also closely with a team of dedicated attorneys and staff in a collegial environment.

Additional Considerations

• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of civil litigation experience in federal or state court is preferred; similar litigation experience will be considered. Through this posting, we are seeking applicants at both junior and senior levels, with junior levels having a minimum of at least three years of practice. Salary is determined based on years of experience as a practicing attorney - starting around $91,000 for those having three years’ experience and ranging from approximately $125,000 to $145,000 for those with 15-20+ years of experience.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.