Assistant Attorney General I

1 week ago

Austin, Texas, United States CAPPS Full time
Job Description

The Criminal Appeals Division of the Office of the Attorney General seeks highly skilled attorneys to fill the position of Assistant Attorney General I. As a member of this dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex federal habeas cases, representing the State in litigation challenging state felony convictions and sentences. Your expertise in appellate law and strong writing skills will be essential in researching and writing appellate briefs, federal district court answers, motions, petitions, and other legal documents.

Essential Position Functions
  • Research and write appellate briefs, federal district court answers, motions, petitions, and other legal documents in relation to habeas cases.
  • Analyze complex factual and legal issues.
  • Represent the Office of the Attorney General before state and federal district and appellate courts.
  • Participate in evidentiary hearings and present oral arguments in state and federal courts.
  • Provide legal advice to client agencies, local district attorneys, and/or law enforcement entities.
  • Work in conjunction with fellow attorneys within the Criminal Appeals Division and other appellate attorneys in the agency.

Qualifications
  • Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate.
  • Licensed to practice by the Texas State Bar.
  • Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
  • Knowledge of Federal habeas practices and procedures.
  • Skill in effective oral and written communication.
  • Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making.
  • Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service.
  • Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave).
  • Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel.
  • Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA.
  • Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
  • Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 15%.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience: First or second chair experience handling complex federal habeas evidentiary hearings or state or federal trial experience.
  • Willingness to work on non-capital and capital cases.
  • Experience and/or demonstrated willingness to mentor/train less experienced attorneys.
  • Certifications: Member in good standing with United States Supreme Court.

To Apply
Electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERCAPPS

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