OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General II | 27-0105

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

Job summary

The State of Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) General Litigation Division seeks an attorney to work on civil rights, employment, and public policy litigation. The role involves handling matters from individual civil rights claims to class actions on a dynamic docket within a large state agency.

Candidates must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school, be licensed in Texas (or eligible by start date), and demonstrate strong litigation, communication, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Requires J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Texas Bar (or eligible to practice in Texas)
• Experience in civil litigation and excellence in oral and written communication are essential
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and provide excellent customer service in a professional office environment

Responsibilities

• Assist on civil litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Work on constitutional and civil rights litigation and public policy matters
• Collaborate with teams and participate in in-person work at the OAG location in Austin

Skills

Oral and written communication

Legal research

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

The General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. You will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to develop the full spectrum of litigation skills. AAGs also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.

Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. Experience: One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields as a licensed attorney: Civil Litigation Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date. Knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to the General Litigation Division Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment Ability to provide excellent customer service Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5% Experience: Two years of experience working in the following (closely related) as a licensed attorney: Civil Litigation Experience: State and federal court trial experience Knowledge: Laws and procedures of the General Litigation division