OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General IV | 27-0153

State of Texas; Texas; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Litigation Division of the Office of the Texas Attorney General seeks experienced Assistant Attorneys General (AAG IV–V) to handle a dynamic civil rights and constitutional law docket in Austin. You will lead cases, manage complex litigation, and may serve as first-chair attorney in trials, with opportunities for policy litigation and public service within a large state agency.

Candidates must have a J.D., Texas bar in good standing, and at least two jury trials; travel up to 20%;

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
• Three years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
• Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas
• Knowledge of civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, education law and health care law
• Ability to work in person at the OAG work location and travel up to 20%
• Tried at least two jury trials to a verdict in state and/or federal court

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a dynamic docket and guide clients toward successful resolutions or trial as first chair attorney
• Handle civil rights, constitutional, employment, and public policy litigation
• Collaborate on larger teams handling complex matters within the General Litigation Division

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Prioritization

Judgment and decision making

Teamwork

Customer service

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. AAG IV-Vs independently manage a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity to guide clients to successful resolutions or take cases to trial as a first chair attorney. AAG IV-Vs also serve vital roles 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: Three years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working in the following (or closely related) fields: Civil Litigation Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas Must be 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 20% Exceptional academic credentials Law Review and/or post-graduation judicial clerkship Law Review and/or post-graduation judicial clerkship Tried at least two jury trials to a verdict in state and/or federal district court. Two years' litigation experience in the following areas of law: civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, education law and health care law.