State of Washington · 3 weeks ago
Assistant Attorney General - Labor & Personnel Division, Tumwater
Walla Walla, WA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $154K/yr
3+ years expThe State of Washington's Attorney General's Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for its Labor and Personnel Division. This role involves providing legal advice and representation on labor and employment issues, including litigation and client interaction with state agencies and universities.
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Responsibilities
Meeting with assigned clients who are often high level managers or directors of state agencies, and providing options based advice on all aspects of labor and employment law
Preparing witnesses for hearings
Crafting motions and legal pleadings
Conducting and directing necessary legal research
Responding to interrogatories and discovery
Mediating cases; and
Litigating cases
Qualification
Required
At least three years' experience in litigation and client advice including
Experience drafting briefs
Interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony
Conducting hearings or oral arguments before administrative tribunals, the superior or federal courts
Professionally interacting with and advising clients on substantial legal issues
Excellent writing and advocacy skills
Possessing strong interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to multi-task
Applicants must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program
Be licensed to practice law in Washington State
Preferred
Labor and employment experience is preferred
Experience with labor contracts and advising human resources and upper level management are also desirable
Candidates who have less than three years' litigation and client advice experience, but who have substantial experience in human resources or labor relations will also be considered
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
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Company
State of Washington
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