Assistant Attorney General II, Sexually Violent Predators - Civil Commitment

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond, VA

3d • $85,050 - $106,838 • Hybrid

About The Position

The successful candidate will represent the Commonwealth in litigation involving individuals being considered for involuntary civil commitment as sexually violent predators. Responsibilities include preparing pleadings, conducting discovery, gathering and analyzing relevant information, performing legal research, collaborating with agency partners, and litigating hearings in circuit courts throughout the Commonwealth. The position also offers opportunities to occasionally brief and argue cases before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia. This position may be based in either the Richmond or Fairfax office of the Virginia Office of the Attorney General.

Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Virginia State Bar.
• At least five (5) years of litigation experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in time management.
• Flexibility to work both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to adjust priorities without close supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with expert witnesses.
• Prior experience with the psychology field.
• Prior experience litigating jury trials.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Commonwealth in litigation involving individuals being considered for involuntary civil commitment as sexually violent predators.
• Prepare pleadings.
• Conduct discovery.
• Gather and analyze relevant information.
• Perform legal research.
• Collaborate with agency partners.
• Litigate hearings in circuit courts throughout the Commonwealth.
• Occasionally brief and argue cases before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree