Assistant Attorney General - Civil Attorney

Agency Overview

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office plays a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past, present, and future. It consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal‑justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce various state laws. Staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute and handle all civil trial and appellate matters related to allegations of fraud against the Medicaid program and patient abuse and neglect in care facilities.
• Appear in public or private, formal or informal settings to discuss law and policy; fulfill the exclusive authorization of the Attorney General to practice law on behalf of state personnel.
• Enforce state laws and regulations concerning health, safety, welfare, crime, and civil statutes.
• Draft and review civil legal documents (e.g., complaints, motions, briefs, etc.).
• Draft and respond to civil discovery.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of attorneys, Medicaid Special Agents, and Medicaid Fraud Analysts throughout investigation and prosecution of cases.
• Assign technical personnel (e.g., investigators) to collect evidence and data for cases involving Medicaid fraud and patient abuse and neglect in preparation for court.
• May require travel and varied hours.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in litigation and civil law.
• Proficiency with electronic discovery platforms, including Relativity and Everlaw.

Skills

• Attorney/legal expertise
• Attention to detail
• Collaboration
• Strategic thinking
• Verbal communication
• Written communication

Schedule

This is a full‑time position (Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm) with a hybrid in‑person/remote schedule. The schedule may change based on training and operational needs.

Location

Headquarters: Columbus, Ohio (Franklin County).

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact Ashley Baaß at Ashley.Baas@OhioAGO.gov.