NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Assistant Attorney General - Regional Services Division, Kennewick
Benton County – Kennewick, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$89K/yr - $154K/yrNEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to join their Kennewick Office within the Regional Services Division. This role focuses on representing the Department of Children Youth and Families in child welfare cases, providing opportunities for litigation practice and client interaction.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Evaluate evidence to determine legal sufficiency to support court intervention
Apply the Indian Child Welfare Act and the Washington Indian Child Welfare Act to the juvenile cases
Review relevant petitions and other documents
Consult with social workers and other agency employees
Submit and respond to discovery
Prepare witnesses and evidence for hearing or trial
Review reports submitted to the court
Perform research and analysis
Submit relevant briefing to the court
Communicate frequently with other attorneys and guardians ad litem to resolve issues related to underlying cases
Consider settlement options
Take all other actions related to these matters
Qualification
Required
Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program
Licensed to practice law in Washington State (or actively pursuing admission)
Ability to quickly adapt to a fast-paced litigation environment
Ability to shift from one type of work to another during a given week or day
Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with a variety of client agency representatives and colleagues
Demonstrated ability to independently manage time and prioritize tasks
Ability to maintain a well-organized practice under significant case load demands
Commitment to public service as demonstrated by background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice
Benefits
Affordable medical plan options, including vision benefits
Dental benefits covered 100%
Retirement plan (employee/employer contribution)
Deferred Compensation Plan
11 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday
8 hours sick leave accrual per month
9.33 hours to start, then up to 16.67 hours of annual leave accrual per month (based on years of state service)
Flex schedules and telecommuting options
The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
Qualifying Employer for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment
Health and wellness program
Training and career development program that provides CLE credits and is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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