Job Description

Title: Assistant Attorney General, Trial Section (OAG00339)

State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location:  Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website:  

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The successful candidate will defend the Commonwealth of Virginia, its agencies and departments, and its officials and employees in state and federal courts, litigating cases which can range from personal injury torts to alleged violations of constitutional rights. The representation will include drafting pleadings and briefs, conducting all aspects of discovery, including investigation, e-discovery and motions practice, and providing legal advice to clients through the course of litigation, court appearances, and trial and appellate work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar required.


• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of civil litigation experience in federal or state court is preferred; similar litigation experience will be considered.


• The position requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in time management, the ability to manage a diverse and challenging caseload, a willingness to assist and supervise others, and the flexibility to work both independently and as a team member.


• Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website () to submit your application. Applications sent to the Help Personnel email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process. We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead, please login to the PageUp/RMS system for updates on your application's status.

This position presents an exciting and rewarding opportunity for the right candidate to be a part of a dynamic team and to perform a valuable public service.

Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-2071

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link:  Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

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