Civil Rights Litigation Attorney - State Government

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the Department of Law. The role covers general litigation in the Civil Rights section, handling federal lawsuits and providing legal guidance to state agencies.

The position requires graduation from an accredited law school and Georgia Bar admission, with 1–3 years of litigation experience preferred. Travel is required as part of duties and the department emphasizes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Member of the Georgia Bar.
• 1-3 years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Litigates cases in federal courts, arguing motions and appeals.
• Researches and prepares pleadings, motions and briefs.
• Works with expert witnesses and prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Provides legal advice and representation to clients/agencies; drafts memoranda.
• Conducts research on pertinent legal issues and tracks developments.
• Participates in multistate working groups and reviews briefs.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Pleadings

Federal court practice

Travel required

Education

J.D. / Law degree

Job description

State of Georgia is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the Department of Law. The role covers general litigation in the Civil Rights section, handling federal lawsuits and providing legal guidance to state agencies.

The position requires graduation from an accredited law school and Georgia Bar admission, with 1–3 years of litigation experience preferred. Travel is required as part of duties and the department emphasizes equal opportunity employment.