Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Providence, RI

Government

Providence, RI

Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Providence, RI

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

Senior Litigation Counsel - Civil Division - Government Litigation Bureau:

Salary: $128, - $146, Annually
Job Title: Senior Litigation Counsel
Experience: 10+ years of litigation experience, including jury trials
Organization: Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General
Department: Civil Division
Classification: Unclassified
Location: Providence, RI
Job Type: Non-Union Attorney General
Job Number: 16428
Opening Date: 09/03/2024
Closing Date: 6/30/2025 7:59 AM Eastern
Pay Grade: 8742
Work Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 4:30
Work Week: Non-Standard
Bargaining Union: Non-Union (99)

Opportunities and Duties:
- Supervise staff attorneys and handle complex cases in state and federal court
- Litigate at all phases, including case development, pre-trial, negotiation, and trial work
- Collaborate with Deputy Chiefs to support staff attorneys and identify areas for growth
- Attend national trainings and conferences, serve on boards and commissions, and provide expertise for legislative initiatives
- Work independently and as part of a team, with strong written and oral advocacy skills

Qualifications:
- Law degree from an accredited school and active membership in good standing of any bar
- Preferably a member of the Rhode Island Bar or eligible for admission and willing to take the bar exam
- 10+ years of litigation experience, including jury trials
- Strong written/oral advocacy and negotiating skills
- Ability to work in a high-stress, demanding environment and with other attorneys and staff
- Experience in both state and federal court preferred
- Innovative thinking and ability to meet the needs of Rhode Island residents

Application Process:
- Submit cover letter, resume, list of references, and writing sample to designated email or mailing address
- No need to apply through online system if submitting by mail or email

Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and identities, including veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with disabilities
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or covered veteran status

Other Information:
- Finalists subject to full background investigation and reference checks
- Offers of employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and good standing with all bars of membership
- Temporary or full admission may be considered in certain circumstances