Senior Assistant Attorney General, Employment

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia Office of the Attorney General seeks a Senior Assistant Attorney General in the Employment Unit to handle civil litigation defending the Commonwealth and advising agencies on employment matters. The role emphasizes work-life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

The position requires admission to the Virginia State Bar and strong written and verbal skills, with 8–10 years of civil litigation experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar required.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, time management, ability to manage a challenging caseload, willingness to supervise others.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a collegial environment.

Responsibilities

• Defend the Commonwealth in state and federal courts against employment-related claims.
• Provide legal advice to state agencies on employment matters.
• Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings and briefs, strategize defenses, and manage discovery including e-discovery.
• Appear in court and handle trial and appellate work; mentorship within the unit.

Job description

Title: Senior Assistant Attorney General, Employment

State Role Title:Senior Assistant Attorney General

Hiring Range: $110,000-132,000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location:Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website:https://www.oag.state.va.us/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Summary
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to serve as an Assistant/Senior Assistant Attorney General in the Trial Section’s Employment Unit. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, retirement and more, including the opportunity to regularly work on new and unique matters.
Job Duties
Defending the Commonwealth of Virginia, its agencies, departments, officials and employees in state and federal courts against employment-related claims, and advising state agencies on employment-related matters. The job duties include legal research, preparing pleadings, strategizing defenses to claims, drafting briefs and legal memoranda, conducting all aspects of discovery including e-discovery, motions practice, providing legal advice to clients, court appearances, and trial and appellate work. Providing or receiving mentorship while working closely with other attorneys in the Unit and Section. Excellent opportunity to practice in a variety of areas without repetitive daily tasks and to obtain in-court experience. Work-life balance is emphasized and encouraged. Our attorneys come from a variety of litigation backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar required.
• The position requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in time management, the ability to manage a challenging caseload, a willingness to assist and supervise others.
• Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.
• Ability to work independently, but also closely with a team of dedicated attorneys and staff in a collegial environment.

Additional Considerations

A minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years of civil litigation experience in federal or state court is preferred; similar litigation experience will be considered.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.