OAG - Tort Litigation | Research Specialist IV | 2

About the role

The Tort Litigation Division of the Office of the Attorney General, an agency of the State of Texas, seeks a law school graduate for a highly competitive position. This position is intended for attorneys or individuals who will be taking or have recently taken the Texas state bar exam. Work involves researching, analyzing, investigating and reviewing legal documents and information in deceptive trade practice and other civil matters.

Responsibilities

• Collects, compiles, and analyzes documents and information
• Aids in planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research projects
• Captures, organizes, and prepares evidence, exhibits, and documents for use in legal proceedings
• Researches and analyzes legal sources such as statutes, case law, administrative records, opinions, articles, treaties, property titles, and rules and regulations
• Prepares, reviews, and edits pleadings, motions, briefs, abstracts, petitions, summary judgments, legal correspondence, and other legal documents
• Interacts with potential witnesses and representatives of other state agencies as directed
• May review cases for jurisdictional deficiencies and procedural compliance
• May assist division staff in conducting pre-suit investigations
• May assist other attorneys in providing legal advice, counsel, and assistance
• Performs related work as assigned

Requirements

• Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity

Qualifications

• Education: Currently in an accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date between May 2026 and July 2026. Must have a license to practice law in Texas by November 30, 2026. Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Ability to prepare legal documents
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations
• 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
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%

Skills

• Using electronic document review platforms including Relativity and programs such as Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Word

Benefits

The OAG offers excellent benefits, including:

• Dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas
• Exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law
• Engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas
• Healthy work-life balance
• Hands-on legal experience

Pay

Salary range: TBD

Schedule

Hours: TBD