Assistant Attorney General - Business & Finance

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Job Title:  

Assistant Attorney General - Business & Finance

Agency:

Department of Law

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000003088

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

MINIMUM $72,000.00 - SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

Office of the Attorney General

Department of Law

Assistant Attorney General - Commercial Transactions & Litigation - Business and Finance

The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers, and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General. The Department of Law is organized into the Executive Office, five legal divisions, four specialty units, and an operations division. The position filled through this  announcement will serve in the Business and Finance Section of the Commercial Transactions and Litigation Division.

Job Summary

Attorneys in this section serve as counsel for matters involving the business, financial, and property interests of the state government. Attorney will be responsible for general business litigation, including breach-of-contract actions and appeals, state procurements, the Hospital Acquisition Act, bond proceedings and lower judicatory appeals. Attorneys in this section are responsible for general representation of the Department of Administrative Services, the Georgia Lottery Corporation, the Department of Community Affairs, the State Auditor, and various State authorities. Some occasional travel may be required in this position.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

•    Appears in state and federal courts to try cases, argue motions and appeals.
•    Research and prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs.
•    Work with expert witnesses.
•    Participate in settlement negotiations.
•    Prepare discovery requests and responses.
•    Provide legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies, drafts memo-

randa of advice.
•    Research pertinent legal issues; keeps abreast of recent legal developments.
• Participate in multistate working groups.
•    Review sign-on opportunities for letters, comments, and briefs.
•    Draft formal opinions in response to legal questions.
•    Respond to inquiries from citizens, legislators, and judges.
•    Attend continuing legal education seminars as required; makes presenta-

tions at same time
•   Travel, as required by the position (typically not much travel is required)
•   Perform other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school and a member of the Georgia Bar

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess one or more of the items below:

• Litigation experience or interest
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to assume primary responsibility for matters and to work independently.

*To move forward in the recruiting process ALL External applicants are required to:
- Attach a current Resume
- Cover Letter
- Attach "Department of Law Employment Application" - click link to obtain: http://law.georgia.gov/careers/application-forms
- Attach two (2) writing samples

- Attach copies of official undergraduate transcripts (unofficial copies are

accepted for application process)

- Attach copies of official law school transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted

for application process)
- Answer all prescreening questions

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All applicants will be considered but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. 

Selected candidates are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications.

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The position will remain open until filled. Human Resources reserves the discretion to close the job announcement before the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Please confirm all required documentation has been attached BEFORE submitting, you will be unable to edit the application.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.