Public Sector Civil Litigator — AAG

DHRM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General in Virginia seeks an experienced civil litigation attorney to join the General Civil Unit as Assistant Attorney General. You'll defend state agencies and officials in state and federal courts, handling discovery, motions, briefs, and trial work.

This role offers public service, work-life balance, and a compensation package with paid time off, health/dental/life insurance, retirement, and more. Salary ranges from $91,000 to $145,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Requires admission to the Virginia State Bar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to manage a challenging caseload and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Defend the Commonwealth and its agencies in state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, briefs, and memoranda.
• Manage discovery, including e-discovery; participate in motions practice.
• Provide legal advice to clients; appear in court; handle trial and appellate work.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with the Unit."

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Caseload management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Virginia State Bar admission

Job description

The Office of the Attorney General in Virginia seeks an experienced civil litigation attorney to join the General Civil Unit as Assistant Attorney General. You'll defend state agencies and officials in state and federal courts, handling discovery, motions, briefs, and trial work.

This role offers public service, work-life balance, and a compensation package with paid time off, health/dental/life insurance, retirement, and more. Salary ranges from $91,000 to $145,000 depending on experience.