Texas Attorney General
Assistant Attorney General V | Law Enforcement Defense (Employment Law)
Texas Attorney General, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
The Law Enforcement Defense Division’s (LEDD) diverse docket consists of highly complex and high-profile cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional law, including civil rights, employment litigation, tort litigation, religious liberties, and class actions. LEDD defends the state’s law enforcement agencies and their officials in civil proceedings in both federal and state court. LEDD has a robust litigation practice that includes motion and discovery practice, frequent courtroom appearances, jury trials and, in many cases, matters at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and state courts of appeals. LEDD is seeking a licensed attorney with litigation experience in tort or employment law who demonstrates excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. If you have a passion for fast-paced litigation and a proven track record in these practice areas, we encourage you to apply. 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 with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas. Essential Position Functions
Represents state law enforcement agencies, officials, and employees in defense of lawsuits involving civil rights, employment law, torts, constitutional law, religious liberties, and class actions in both state and federal court Handles all aspects of litigation, including legal research and memoranda, witness preparation, client communications, case briefings, written discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, hearings, mediations, and trials (throughout Texas in both state and federal court as lead counsel and/or co-counsel) Provides excellent client service and collaborates with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and law enforcement entities Performs related work as assigned and maintains relevant knowledge to perform essential job functions Attends work regularly in compliance with the work schedule Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information Complies with agency policies and procedures, including ethics and integrity Manages a docket of complex level cases Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree Experience: Four years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working in civil litigation Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas; in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date Experience in civil litigation in both federal and state courts Knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices Excellent organizational/administrative skills with strong attention to detail and an organized work style Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines Excellent oral and written communication skills (writing sample may be required for selected interviewees) Ability to conduct legal research and exercise sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment and provide excellent customer service Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed in compliance with the FLSA Ability to perform in-person work at the assigned OAG work location and collaborate with coworkers throughout the work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. and arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel Ability to travel up to 25% (including overnight travel) Preferred Qualifications
Four or more years as a licensed attorney practicing civil litigation Courtroom experience in state and/or federal court (hearings, jury trials) Experience in trying at least two jury trials to a verdict in state or federal court Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice
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The Law Enforcement Defense Division’s (LEDD) diverse docket consists of highly complex and high-profile cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional law, including civil rights, employment litigation, tort litigation, religious liberties, and class actions. LEDD defends the state’s law enforcement agencies and their officials in civil proceedings in both federal and state court. LEDD has a robust litigation practice that includes motion and discovery practice, frequent courtroom appearances, jury trials and, in many cases, matters at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and state courts of appeals. LEDD is seeking a licensed attorney with litigation experience in tort or employment law who demonstrates excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. If you have a passion for fast-paced litigation and a proven track record in these practice areas, we encourage you to apply. 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 with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas. Essential Position Functions
Represents state law enforcement agencies, officials, and employees in defense of lawsuits involving civil rights, employment law, torts, constitutional law, religious liberties, and class actions in both state and federal court Handles all aspects of litigation, including legal research and memoranda, witness preparation, client communications, case briefings, written discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, hearings, mediations, and trials (throughout Texas in both state and federal court as lead counsel and/or co-counsel) Provides excellent client service and collaborates with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and law enforcement entities Performs related work as assigned and maintains relevant knowledge to perform essential job functions Attends work regularly in compliance with the work schedule Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information Complies with agency policies and procedures, including ethics and integrity Manages a docket of complex level cases Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree Experience: Four years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working in civil litigation Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas; in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date Experience in civil litigation in both federal and state courts Knowledge of relevant law and legal principles and practices Excellent organizational/administrative skills with strong attention to detail and an organized work style Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines Excellent oral and written communication skills (writing sample may be required for selected interviewees) Ability to conduct legal research and exercise sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment and provide excellent customer service Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed in compliance with the FLSA Ability to perform in-person work at the assigned OAG work location and collaborate with coworkers throughout the work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. and arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel Ability to travel up to 25% (including overnight travel) Preferred Qualifications
Four or more years as a licensed attorney practicing civil litigation Courtroom experience in state and/or federal court (hearings, jury trials) Experience in trying at least two jury trials to a verdict in state or federal court Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice
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