Virginia Office of the Attorney General · 4 months ago
Assistant Attorney General, Correctional Litigation
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior LevelThe Virginia Office of the Attorney General is seeking an attorney for the Correctional Litigation Section to represent and advise various state departments. The role involves litigating cases concerning inmates' constitutional rights and providing legal advice on related issues.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Represent and advise the Virginia Department of Corrections, Department of Juvenile Justice, and Parole Board
Litigate cases in state and federal courts involving alleged violations of inmates’ constitutional rights
Advise client agencies on emerging issues in the law and responses to ancillary matters such as subpoena duces tecum and Freedom of Information Act requests
Perform other duties as necessary or appropriate
Qualification
Required
Admission to the Virginia State Bar
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in time management
The ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision
A willingness to assist and supervise others
The ability to think outside of the box and apply common-sense
The flexibility to work both independently and as a team member
Company
Virginia Office of the Attorney General
The Virginia Office of the Attorney General is the Commonwealth's law firm.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Broadus Pettiford, CEH, CISM, CISSP, PMP
Chief Information Officer
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