Assistant Attorney General - Litigation

About the role

The Attorney General and the Litigation Unit represent the State, its agencies, officials, and employees in civil matters filed in state and federal courts. The Litigation Unit has the responsibility of defending the state against suits and claims. It also defends state officials and employees when they are sued in civil rights cases for actions taken in the course and scope of their employment.

Responsibilities

• Represent state agencies, officers and employees in civil actions and proceedings in state, federal and appellate courts, which include research, brief writing, discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appellate arguments.
• Travel around the state and occasionally out of state.
• Maintain quality relationships with clients.
• Maintain good relationships with adversaries and the judiciary.
• Receive necessary and appropriate training as needed to maintain license and knowledge relevant to work.
• Work with other AAGs and support staff on cases in a collegial manner.
• Meet all internal and external deadlines.
• Prepare and submit weekly reports and other communications to keep superiors aware of all activity.

Requirements

• Must be, or be eligible to become, licensed attorneys in good standing with the Oklahoma State Bar.
• Effective research, writing, and advocacy skills are required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 5 years’ related experience.

Qualifications

All applicants must agree in writing to complete, and satisfactorily pass, a background investigation.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time