Assistant Attorney General, General Civil Unit

Virginia Office of the Attorney General; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Office of the Attorney General seeks an Assistant Attorney General for the General Civil Unit. The role involves defending the Commonwealth of Virginia in various litigations, including drafting pleadings and providing legal advice.

Qualified candidates must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar and demonstrate exceptional communication and time management skills, as well as a capacity to manage a significant caseload. The hiring range is $85,000-$110,000.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in time management and ability to manage a significant caseload.
• Willingness to assist and supervise others.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities.

Responsibilities

• Defend the Commonwealth of Virginia in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings and briefs; conduct discovery and motions practice.
• Provide legal advice to clients throughout litigation.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Ability to manage caseload

Supervisory skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Admission to the Virginia State Bar

Job description

Title: Assistant Attorney General, General Civil Unit

State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General

Hiring Range: $85,000-$110,000

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 successful candidate will defend the Commonwealth of Virginia, its agencies and departments, and its officials and employees in state and federal courts, litigating cases which can range from personal injury torts to alleged violations of constitutional rights. The representation will include drafting pleadings and briefs, conducting all aspects of discovery, including investigation, e‑discovery and motions practice, and providing legal advice to clients through the course of litigation, court appearances, and trial and appellate work.

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 significant and challenging caseload, a willingness to assist and supervise others, and the flexibility to work both independently and as a team member.
• Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.
• This position presents an exciting and rewarding opportunity for the right candidate to be a part of a dynamic team and to perform a valuable public service.

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.

Special Instructions

Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website https://www.jobs.virginia.gov to submit your application. Applications sent to the Recruitment email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process. We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead, please login to the PageUp/RMS system for updates on your application's status.

Contact Information

Name: OAG Recruitment

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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.