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Commonwealth of Massachusetts

ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL

Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Job Description - ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL (2500072G) Overview

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is seeking a highly motivated attorney to join her team as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of the Attorney General’s Trial Division within the Government Bureau. Responsibilities

The Assistant Attorney General will represent and defend the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, its agencies, and employees in a wide variety of civil lawsuits, including tort, contract, erroneous convictions, eminent domain, employment, and civil rights cases. The Assistant Attorney General will maintain an active caseload, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, preparing and arguing dispositive motions, and trying cases in the superior and federal courts. Position Type

Full-Time/ Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days, employees are required to report to one of our designated office locations, either in Boston or at a regional office. Salary

$87,500 - $130,595, commensurate with JD year. To apply

Visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at BambooHR and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received. You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying. The application deadline is October 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM (ET). Accessibility and Equal Opportunity

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will assist applicants in need of an accommodation. Contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932. The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity in our workforce is encouraged. Important application note

Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option. Any automated message generated by MassCareers does not apply to posted positions. You must apply directly at: www.mass.gov/ago/employment. Inquiries

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to Trial Division (617) 963-2358. Qualifications

Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar. At least five (5) years of civil litigation experience, including experience in at least one of the following substantive areas: tort, contracts, land use, eminent domain, civil rights, or employment litigation. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience managing a large and varied caseload, preferred. Must have access to reliable transportation or have a valid driver's license, as travel may be required to various courts, client, opposing party locations, and law offices. (Pool cars available for work use.) The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment and a connection to the people and communities we serve. The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Office strives to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

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