Assistant Attorney General (Civil Litigation Section)

About the role

The Trial Division of the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking to hire multiple experienced civil litigators to lead often complex civil cases as permanent, full-time Assistant Attorneys General in the Civil Litigation Section.

This is an opportunity to serve the people of Oregon, advance the public interest, and take ownership of challenging cases that frequently involve both high dollar values and significant policy implications for the state.

Responsibilities

• Lead often complex civil cases as permanent, full-time Assistant Attorneys General in the Civil Litigation Section.
• Represent the state, its agencies, officers, and employees in state and federal courts.
• Develop and try cases from start to finish and advocate in court.
• Balance frequent court appearances, an active motions practice, and excellent client communication.
• Take and defend depositions in state or federal civil actions.

Requirements

• At least ten (10) years of experience litigating in state or federal court.
• A strong interest in jury trials and a readiness to take appropriate cases to trial while exercising sound judgment about when settlement best serves the public interest.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment in state or federal court.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
• High levels of professionalism, judgment, and collegiality, including the ability to work with thoughtful and mission-driven clients dedicated to serving the people of Oregon.
• Willingness and availability to travel throughout the state for court appearances and trials.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar prior to appointment, or reciprocity in progress at the time of application.
• Experience negotiating and resolving civil claims.
• Civil jury trial experience.
• Experience taking and defending depositions in state or federal civil actions.

Skills

Attorneys with backgrounds in land-use, condemnation, contracts, employment, tort, civil rights, or administrative law will find abundant opportunities to deepen their experience.

Benefits

The Civil Litigation Section strives to ensure each attorney has a diverse, engaging, and intellectually challenging caseload tailored to their interests and strengths.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $9,063.00 - $17,597.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors.

Schedule

Attorneys spend at least one day a week in the office, with additional in-person time as needed for trials, hearings, or the demands of specific cases.