State of Washington · 1 week ago
Deputy Solicitor General - Solicitor General's Office, Olympia or Seattle
Bay View, WA
Part-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $169K/yrThe State of Washington's Attorney General's Office is seeking a Deputy Solicitor General to join their Solicitor General's Office. This role involves handling litigation and appeals, providing legal advice, and drafting legal documents of significant importance to the state.
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Responsibilities
Independently handle select litigation and appeals (including briefing and oral argument) in state and federal courts
Assist attorneys throughout the AGO with their appeals, including developing strategy, editing briefs, and coaching for oral argument
Provide legal advice on a broad array of legal issues of statewide importance
Draft state and federal amicus briefs
Prepare and review Attorney General Opinions and ballot measure materials
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
Excellent analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills
An affinity for working in an atmosphere where collaboration and teamwork are valued priorities
A demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, experience levels, and communication styles
An interest in mentoring others, including providing constructive feedback
Committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice
Benefits
A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits and retirement plans
Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
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
Flex schedules and telecommuting options
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 is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
Insurance Benefits
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Retirement And Deferred Compensation
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Military Leave
Bereavement Leave
Company
State of Washington
Washington state public employees help to create a working Washington built on education and innovation, where all Washingtonians thrive.
Founded in 1889
10001+ employees
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Matt Manweller
State Representative
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