DC Department of Human Resources
Overview
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for the District of Columbia is the chief legal office of the District. The Civil Litigation Division seeks a Trial Attorney for General Litigation Section III. The division defends the District’s agencies, officers, and employees in civil lawsuits in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, seeking monetary damages, equitable relief, and other relief. Responsibilities
Manage an individual caseload of approximately 25 active civil cases and serve as first chair on various litigation and trial teams. Prepare and file pleadings, respond to written discovery, take and defend depositions, file and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney’s fees. Maintain substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. Apply broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes to matters in one or more practice areas, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation. Demonstrate a self-starter approach with excellent research and writing skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment; a minimum of 5 years of specialized experience is required. Licenses and Certification
Active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or the ability to waive in and be admitted within 360 days of appointment. An appointee must remain a member in good standing of the DC Bar and admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia during employment. If not currently a member, you must submit proof that your DC bar application has been submitted. Other Significant Factors
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-14 Salary: Maximum negotiable up to $137,418 depending on qualifications and funds. Number of Vacancies: 1 Tour of Duty: Monday–Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. In-person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility. Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential. Collective Bargaining Unit: AFGE Local 1403. Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information, or political affiliation. Notice Of Non-discrimination
In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Code 2-1401.01, et seq., the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL. Job Details
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Legal Industries : Human Resources Services
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The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for the District of Columbia is the chief legal office of the District. The Civil Litigation Division seeks a Trial Attorney for General Litigation Section III. The division defends the District’s agencies, officers, and employees in civil lawsuits in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, seeking monetary damages, equitable relief, and other relief. Responsibilities
Manage an individual caseload of approximately 25 active civil cases and serve as first chair on various litigation and trial teams. Prepare and file pleadings, respond to written discovery, take and defend depositions, file and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, conduct trials and contested hearings, and litigate disputes regarding attorney’s fees. Maintain substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients. Apply broad knowledge of civil trial and pretrial processes to matters in one or more practice areas, including employment discrimination claims, personal injury and other common law tort cases, and federal constitutional civil rights litigation. Demonstrate a self-starter approach with excellent research and writing skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school at the time of appointment; a minimum of 5 years of specialized experience is required. Licenses and Certification
Active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or the ability to waive in and be admitted within 360 days of appointment. An appointee must remain a member in good standing of the DC Bar and admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia during employment. If not currently a member, you must submit proof that your DC bar application has been submitted. Other Significant Factors
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: LA-0905-14 Salary: Maximum negotiable up to $137,418 depending on qualifications and funds. Number of Vacancies: 1 Tour of Duty: Monday–Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. In-person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility. Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential. Collective Bargaining Unit: AFGE Local 1403. Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information, or political affiliation. Notice Of Non-discrimination
In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Code 2-1401.01, et seq., the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action. OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL. Job Details
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Legal Industries : Human Resources Services
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