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OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General IV | 26-0114
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OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General IV | 26-0114
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION. 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. You will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation.
Position Functions
Represents state agencies and its officials in defense of lawsuits involving civil rights (U.S. and Texas Constitution, Title VII, Sec. 1983, etc.), retaliation, employment, constitutionality of state statutes, Americans with Disabilities Act, and more.
Represents the State’s interests in many 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’ sovereign and legal rights.
Conducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex motions, including pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.
Prepares and tries cases in state and federal courts in defense of state agencies and state employees.
Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to state agencies; performs analyses of complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery; prepares and files briefs in state and federal appellate courts.
Provides excellent client service and functions well with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment.
Performs related work as assigned, attends work regularly in compliance with the agreed-upon work schedule, ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information, and complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
Three 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.
Knowledge of laws and legal principles relevant to the General Litigation Division.
Skilled in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Sound judgment and effective decision‑making.
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Willingness to work in person at assigned OAG work location; ability to perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space; ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with FLSA; ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.; ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional academic credentials, including Law Review and/or post‑graduation judicial clerkship.
Tried at least two jury trials to a verdict in state and/or federal district court.
Two years of litigation experience in civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, education law, and health care law.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry: Law Practice
Application Process: To apply, submit an electronic application through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed; paper applications are not accepted. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
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OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General IV | 26-0114
role at
Texas Attorney General .
GENERAL DESCRIPTION. 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. You will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation.
Position Functions
Represents state agencies and its officials in defense of lawsuits involving civil rights (U.S. and Texas Constitution, Title VII, Sec. 1983, etc.), retaliation, employment, constitutionality of state statutes, Americans with Disabilities Act, and more.
Represents the State’s interests in many 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’ sovereign and legal rights.
Conducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex motions, including pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.
Prepares and tries cases in state and federal courts in defense of state agencies and state employees.
Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to state agencies; performs analyses of complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery; prepares and files briefs in state and federal appellate courts.
Provides excellent client service and functions well with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment.
Performs related work as assigned, attends work regularly in compliance with the agreed-upon work schedule, ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information, and complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
Three 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.
Knowledge of laws and legal principles relevant to the General Litigation Division.
Skilled in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Sound judgment and effective decision‑making.
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Willingness to work in person at assigned OAG work location; ability to perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space; ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with FLSA; ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.; ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional academic credentials, including Law Review and/or post‑graduation judicial clerkship.
Tried at least two jury trials to a verdict in state and/or federal district court.
Two years of litigation experience in civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, education law, and health care law.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry: Law Practice
Application Process: To apply, submit an electronic application through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed; paper applications are not accepted. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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