Ratepayer Advocacy Attorney (Public Interest)

Virginia Office of the Attorney General; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Telework options

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Virginia Office of the Attorney General seeks an attorney to join its Ratepayer Advocacy Section in Richmond. The role involves representing consumers’ interests in state regulatory proceedings and federal administrative matters, with opportunities to provide advice on regulatory issues and legislation.

The successful candidate will litigate, draft pleadings, and participate in public hearings, requiring Virginia Bar admission and 1–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of regulatory or administrative litigation experience involving utilities, telecoms, or insurance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with state officials.
• Admission to the Virginia State Bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Office before the Virginia State Corporation Commission and the Supreme Court of Virginia; participate in federal proceedings at the FERC.
• Draft pleadings and discovery, appear at hearings, and present oral and written legal arguments.
• Provide guidance on regulatory issues and legislative matters before the Virginia General Assembly.

Skills

Regulatory litigation experience

Written and verbal communication

Analytical ability

Team player / independence

Education

Virginia State Bar admission

Job description

Virginia Office of the Attorney General seeks an attorney to join its Ratepayer Advocacy Section in Richmond. The role involves representing consumers’ interests in state regulatory proceedings and federal administrative matters, with opportunities to provide advice on regulatory issues and legislation.

The successful candidate will litigate, draft pleadings, and participate in public hearings, requiring Virginia Bar admission and 1–5 years of relevant experience.