Assistant Attorney General II, Sexually Violent Predators - Civil Commitment
About The Position
The Assistant Attorney General II represents the Commonwealth in civil proceedings involving individuals convicted of sexually violent offenses who are being considered for, or are currently subject to, civil commitment under Virginia law. This specialized practice focuses on forensic psychology, risk assessment, treatment progress, and public safety. Attorneys work with forensic psychologists and other professionals to present and challenge expert testimony. They manage their own cases and may litigate hearings and bench and jury trials in Virginia circuit courts, with possible opportunities to brief and argue cases before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia. The position includes some travel throughout Virginia, with significant flexibility in managing court schedules and travel obligations. The attorney joins a small, close-knit team of experienced attorneys and receives training in sexually violent predator proceedings, forensic psychology, and risk assessment. The position may be based in the Richmond or Fairfax office of the Virginia Office of the Attorney General.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Virginia State Bar.
- At least three years of litigation experience.
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
- Sound judgment and intellectual curiosity.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with the criminal justice system.
- Experience with expert witnesses or technical evidence.
Responsibilities
- Represent the Commonwealth in civil proceedings related to sexually violent predator civil commitment.
- Manage an independent litigation caseload.
- Prepare pleadings and conduct discovery.
- Analyze psychological evaluations and other evidence.
- Perform legal research.
- Prepare and examine witnesses.
- Negotiate with opposing counsel.
- Litigate hearings and bench and jury trials in Virginia circuit courts.
- Potentially brief and argue cases before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia.
- Present and challenge expert testimony in collaboration with forensic psychologists and other professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
