Public Sector Litigator — Child Welfare Advocate

Washington State Health Care Authority; Washington; On-site; USD 84,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental plans

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Mentoring program

Telecommuting options

Job summary

Washington State Office of the Attorney General (AGO) seeks an Assistant Attorney General for the Social and Health Services (SHS) Section in the Spokane Division. The role involves providing independent, ethical legal services to the State of Washington, handling cases from DCYF findings to administrative hearings and state/federal courts.

The position requires graduation from an ABA‑accredited law school, WA State bar admission, and willingness to travel across the state for hearings.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ABA-accredited law school and be eligible to practice law in Washington.
• Licensed to practice law in Washington State; admission to WA Bar required.
• Familiarity with public sector law and administrative proceedings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent the DCYF in State and federal courts and in the Office of Administrative Hearings.
• Maintain a high-volume, fast-paced litigation caseload.
• Draft motions, pleadings and appellate briefs; advise and communicate with clients.
• Travel statewide for in-person hearings as required.
• Collaborate with team members and support staff to meet client needs.

Skills

Public sector law

Litigation

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Licensed to practice in WA

WSBA Rule 6 Law Clerk Program

Job description

Washington State Office of the Attorney General (AGO) seeks an Assistant Attorney General for the Social and Health Services (SHS) Section in the Spokane Division. The role involves providing independent, ethical legal services to the State of Washington, handling cases from DCYF findings to administrative hearings and state/federal courts.

The position requires graduation from an ABA‑accredited law school, WA State bar admission, and willingness to travel across the state for hearings.