General Litigation Attorney — Civil Rights & Public Policy

State of Texas; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Attorney General (Texas) is seeking an Assistant Attorney General II/III to join the General Litigation Division. The role emphasizes constitutional and civil rights litigation, with a broad docket spanning individual claims, complex institutional reforms, class actions, and public policy matters.

Ideal candidates will be licensed in Texas and demonstrate strong written and oral advocacy, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and willingness to travel up to 5% as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; education may be substituted by related fields on a year-for-year basis.
• Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
• Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute and defend a variety of civil rights and constitutional matters in General Litigation Division.
• Work on matters ranging from individual civil rights claims to class actions and public policy litigation.
• Assist on larger teams handling complex litigation and provide effective oral and written communications.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Judgment and decision making

Multitasking and deadlines

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Office of the Attorney General (Texas) is seeking an Assistant Attorney General II/III to join the General Litigation Division. The role emphasizes constitutional and civil rights litigation, with a broad docket spanning individual claims, complex institutional reforms, class actions, and public policy matters.

Ideal candidates will be licensed in Texas and demonstrate strong written and oral advocacy, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and willingness to travel up to 5% as needed.