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Oregon Department of Justice · 4 hours ago

Assistant Attorney General (Consumer Protection Section)

Salem, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$8,842/mo - $17,168/mo

2+ years exp

The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking several Assistant Attorneys General to join the Consumer Protection Section of the Civil Enforcement Division. The role involves investigating and prosecuting violations of consumer protection laws, working collaboratively with various stakeholders, and engaging in complex litigation.

GovernmentLaw EnforcementNon Profit

Responsibilities

Collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, investigators and legal support staff within DOJ as well as other state and federal enforcement partners

Investigating potential violations of consumer protection laws

Issuing civil investigative demands and interviewing witnesses

Evaluating cases and making recommendations to internal decisionmakers

Initiating enforcement actions against businesses or individuals engaging in fraudulent or deceptive practices

Drafting and arguing motions

Trying cases; and

Negotiating settlements

Qualification

Civil litigation experienceOregon State Bar membershipCase managementOral advocacy skillsAnalytical skillsElectronic discoveryWriting skillsPublic service commitmentDiversityInclusion commitmentNegotiation skillsCreative thinkingTeam collaboration

Required

Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity in progress at the time of application

At least two years of recent civil litigation experience

Demonstrated ability to independently manage a caseload and move cases forward through all phases of litigation or resolution

Superior writing and oral advocacy skills, excellent analytical skills, and ability to think creatively about complex legal problems

Experience taking or defending depositions in state or federal court actions

Strong work ethic and a demonstrated commitment to public service

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and an inclusive working environment where diverse individual experiences and perspectives are valued and supported

Willingness and ability to travel, which may include overnight stays

Preferred

Experience handling state or federal public enforcement actions, consumer class actions, fraud, deceptive trade practices, or other consumer law claims

Experience with electronic discovery

Experience with multi-party settlement negotiations

Benefits

Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.