Team Georgia Careers · 3 weeks ago
Assistant Attorney General- Continuous Recruiting
Georgia - Fulton - Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelThe Georgia Department of Law is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to serve as a legal advisor for state agencies, departments, and the Governor. The role involves litigating cases, providing legal advice, conducting research, and representing clients in various legal matters.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Litigates cases:
Participates in hearings and appears in administrative hearings, state and federal courts to try cases and argue motions and appeals
Researches and prepares pleadings, motions and briefs
Participates in settlement negotiations
Prepares pleadings and discovery responses
Provides legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies; drafts memoranda of advice
Conducts research on pertinent legal issues; keeps abreast of recent legal developments
Drafts formal opinions in response to legal questions
Responds to inquiries from citizens, legislators, and judges
Attends client, board, departmental, and division meetings as required
Attends continuing legal education seminars as required; makes presentations at same
May prosecute fraud and corruption involving the State of Georgia’s departments and agencies, including those committing crimes against the state
May prosecute identity fraud, residential mortgage fraud, and securities fraud
May investigate and prosecute fraud and abuse by providers in the Georgia Medicaid program
Travel, as required by the position
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited law school
Member of the Georgia Bar in good standing
Attach a current Resume
Cover Letter
Attach 'Department of Law Employment Application'
Attach two (2) writing samples
Attach copies of official law school transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted for application process)
Answer all prescreening questions
Preferred
Experience in area of interest
Demonstrated ability to work in a team
Company
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