Litigation Attorney - Department of Corrections

State of Vermont; Waterbury (CT); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health plan

Pension plans

Flexible workplace arrangements

Résumé du poste

The Vermont Attorney General’s Office, located in Waterbury, VT, seeks a full-time Assistant Attorney General to represent the Department of Corrections. The role involves defending the DOC, its employees, and the State in civil actions, habeas petitions, and related proceedings across Vermont and federal courts.

The litigation attorney will handle discovery, motions, trials, and appeals, and may also advise the Department on various legal issues.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing of the Vermont bar or eligible for waiver.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation abilities and litigation experience in Vermont courts.
• Ability to interpret laws, policies, and court decisions in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work independently within a government team.
• IT skills and knowledge of civil procedure.

Responsabilités

• Represent the Department of Corrections in civil actions, habeas corpus petitions, and related matters.
• Conduct discovery, motions, trial practice, and appeals to higher courts.
• Provide legal advice to the Department on various issues.
• Collaborate with a team of litigators in a professional environment.

Connaissances

Oral communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Litigation experience

IT skills

Independent work

VT bar admission

Description du poste

Overview

The Vermont Attorney General’s Office, Agency of Human Services Legal Division, has an immediate opening for an energetic and talented full-time Assistant Attorney General who will be responsible for representing the Vermont Department of Corrections (DOC).

Description

Located in Waterbury, Vermont, the DOC Litigation Unit is responsible for defending the DOC, its employees, and the State of Vermont in civil actions, habeas corpus petitions, small claims actions, and administrative actions in Vermont state civil courts, federal courts, and occasionally state criminal courts. The litigation attorney will conduct all aspects of litigation including discovery, motion practice, trial practice, and appeals to the Vermont Supreme Court. DOC attorneys may also provide legal advice to the Department on other various legal issues. This position presents a unique opportunity to work as part of a team of professional litigators in a supportive environment, and build trial advocacy skills in the State and Federal Court systems.

Compensation

This Assistant Attorney General position is an exempt full-time position. Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan. The State of Vermont offers a benefit package rivaling any employer in Vermont, which includes a top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, and employer contribution to pension plans. Further, the Attorney General’s Office recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and support the use of flexible workplace arrangements in accordance with applicable policies.

Minimum Requirements

The successful candidate must be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar or be eligible to be waived in.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, and court decisions in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Candidates must be willing to commit to occasional travel and be able to work independently, but within the structure of a government legal team
• Self-reliance, IT skills and knowledge of state and federal civil procedure
• Relevant litigation experience, especially in Vermont courts

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.