OAG - Law Enforcement Defense | Assistant Attorney General II | 25-0590

Internal Revenue Service; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Internal Revenue Service is seeking a licensed attorney for its Law Enforcement Defense Division (LEDD). This role involves representing law enforcement agencies in civil litigation and requires strong legal skills and courtroom experience. Join a supportive litigation environment and contribute to important legal work while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Hands-on legal experience

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas.
• One year of full-time experience in Civil Litigation.

Responsibilities

• Defend law enforcement agencies in civil proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
• Represent clients in court, including jury trials.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Advocacy

Organization

Communication

Judgment

Customer service

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

The Law Enforcement Defense Division’s (LEDD) diverse docket consists of highly complex and high-profile cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional law, including civil rights, employment litigation, tort litigation, religious liberties, and class actions. LEDD defends the state’s law enforcement agencies and their officials in civil proceedings in both federal and state court. LEDD has a robust litigation practice that includes motion and discovery practice, frequent courtroom appearances, jury trials and, in many cases, matters at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and state courts of appeals. LEDD is seeking a licensed attorney who demonstrates excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. If you are seeking the opportunity to become a true trial lawyer in a fast-paced and supportive litigation environment, we encourage to you apply.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• 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
• Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date
• Knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices
• Excellent organization/administrative skills, including a strong, consistent attention to detail and organized work style
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication (Note: Writing sample may be required for selected interviewees.)
• Skill in conducting legal research
• 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 more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace 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 lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 25%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Courtroom experience in state and/or federal court (e.g., arguing motions, trial)
• 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 Law Enforcement Defense Division