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Join the talented team of the Financial Enforcement Section and the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (OAG). The Financial Enforcement Section is part of the Civil Law Division and is responsible for collecting, by suit or otherwise, all debts, taxes, and accounts owed to the Commonwealth. As a Deputy Attorney General, this position will involve all phases of civil litigation from the initiation of legal proceedings through posttrial motions. Responsibilities include representing the Office of Attorney General, the Commonwealth, and its agencies in bankruptcy courts across the county. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys and professionals within the OAG and Commonwealth agencies. Applicants should possess strong writing and oral communication skills, negotiation skills, and the organizational skills necessary to manage multiple cases simultaneously. As a Deputy Attorney General I or II gains experience, more complex work is assigned and is performed with more independence. Examples Of Duties
Prepares, tries, and argues cases in Pennsylvania state courts and federal bankruptcy courts Prepares motions, objections, pleadings, briefs, and other court papers Works with civil investigative and administrative support teams Conducts legal research related to pending litigation Counsels clients regarding case-related activities and interfaces with them regularly Works with the client to devise and implement litigation strategy Answers routine case-related correspondence Performs additional and related work as required Minimum Experience and Training
Deputy Attorney General I: Graduation from an accredited school of law and admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Deputy Attorney General II: Graduation from an accredited school of law, admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, and a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work This position qualifies you for the Commonwealth's benefits package which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. Medical coverage is available on your first day of employment! Prescription is also available on your first day, for an additional cost for the first 90 days of employment. Dental and vision are available after 90 days of employment as well. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in our benefits. OAG employees receive 12 paid holidays each calendar year, along with earning paid vacation time and sick leave each pay period. For new employees, the State Employees' Retirement System offers various options for enrollment into our retirement plans. You will receive specific information on these options shortly after you begin employment.
Join the talented team of the Financial Enforcement Section and the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (OAG). The Financial Enforcement Section is part of the Civil Law Division and is responsible for collecting, by suit or otherwise, all debts, taxes, and accounts owed to the Commonwealth. As a Deputy Attorney General, this position will involve all phases of civil litigation from the initiation of legal proceedings through posttrial motions. Responsibilities include representing the Office of Attorney General, the Commonwealth, and its agencies in bankruptcy courts across the county. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys and professionals within the OAG and Commonwealth agencies. Applicants should possess strong writing and oral communication skills, negotiation skills, and the organizational skills necessary to manage multiple cases simultaneously. As a Deputy Attorney General I or II gains experience, more complex work is assigned and is performed with more independence. Examples Of Duties
Prepares, tries, and argues cases in Pennsylvania state courts and federal bankruptcy courts Prepares motions, objections, pleadings, briefs, and other court papers Works with civil investigative and administrative support teams Conducts legal research related to pending litigation Counsels clients regarding case-related activities and interfaces with them regularly Works with the client to devise and implement litigation strategy Answers routine case-related correspondence Performs additional and related work as required Minimum Experience and Training
Deputy Attorney General I: Graduation from an accredited school of law and admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Deputy Attorney General II: Graduation from an accredited school of law, admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, and a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work This position qualifies you for the Commonwealth's benefits package which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. Medical coverage is available on your first day of employment! Prescription is also available on your first day, for an additional cost for the first 90 days of employment. Dental and vision are available after 90 days of employment as well. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in our benefits. OAG employees receive 12 paid holidays each calendar year, along with earning paid vacation time and sick leave each pay period. For new employees, the State Employees' Retirement System offers various options for enrollment into our retirement plans. You will receive specific information on these options shortly after you begin employment.