Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Austin, TX

Government

Austin, TX

Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Austin, TX

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

The OAG is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. The OAG welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. The OAG is a veteran-friendly employer. The OAG provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the OAG complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the agency has facilities.

SEO Friendly Job Title: General Litigation Assistant Attorney General III

H1 Heading: Join the Office of the Attorney General as a General Litigation Assistant Attorney General III

H2 Heading: Work on High-Impact Cases and Make a Difference in the Lives of Texans

Bold Headline: Dynamic Opportunity: General Litigation Assistant Attorney General III at the Office of the Attorney General

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a skilled and experienced attorney to join their team as a General Litigation Assistant Attorney General III. This is a full-time, regular position with a salary range of $8, - $10, per month.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

Under the Legal division, the General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. This position will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to continue to gain experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State.

As a General Litigation Assistant Attorney General III, you will have the opportunity to represent state agencies and its officials in defense of lawsuits involving various legal matters, including civil rights (. and Texas Constitution, Title VII, Sec. 1983, etc.), retaliation, employment, constitutionality of state statutes, and Americans with Disabilities Act. You will also represent the State’s interests in other proceedings not handled by the other civil litigation divisions, including lawsuits brought on behalf of the State and its agencies and officers to vindicate Texas’s sovereign and legal rights.

In addition to representing the State in court, you will also be responsible for conducting investigations, performing legal research, and preparing complex motions, including pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents. You will also have the opportunity to prepare and try cases in state and federal courts, provide legal advice and counsel to state agencies, and perform analyses of complex factual and legal issues.

To be considered for this position, you must have a Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school, be licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas, and be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. Additionally, you must have at least two years of full-time experience working in civil litigation as a licensed attorney. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to the General Litigation Division, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

The OAG is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. The OAG welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and is a veteran-friendly employer. The OAG provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

If you are interested in joining the Office of the Attorney General and making a positive impact in the lives of Texans, apply now! Electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit, and a State of Texas application must be completed to be considered. Don't miss this dynamic opportunity to grow your legal career with the OAG.