Assistant Attorney General Civil Division 2026-01880

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Step into high-impact public service without sacrificing your life outside of work. Whether you are interested in transitioning from private practice or are an ambitious early-career attorney who wants immediate autonomy, the Attorney General's Office offers an attractive alternative to private practice. You will engage in complex state-level legal work paired with a supportive and collaborative culture. As an assistant attorney general in our Civil Division, you will serve as primary counsel to pivotal state agencies that help shape Wyoming's economic and regulatory landscape. These agencies include the Wyoming Stable Token Commission, State Treasurer, Department of Audit Divisions of Banking and Public Funds, Wyoming Business Council, and the State Construction Department. These are just a few of the agencies you will have the opportunity to represent, in addition to other specific projects and cases as they arise. Why join the Civil Division? Immediate Counsel and Litigation Experience: Advise agency leaders directly on complex statutory, administrative, and regulatory issues. Cutting-Edge Legal Practice: Engage with innovative state initiatives - such as digital assets and economic development - alongside deep general public law practice. True Work-Life Balance: Leave billable hour requirements and build a long-term legal career supported by comprehensive state benefits and predictable hours. If you are ready to advance your legal career with meaningful work, predictable hours, and direct impact across Wyoming, we want to hear from you. Review the position requirements below and submit your application today.

Requirements

Juris doctorate
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedure.

Nice To Haves

Professional resume
References
Recent writing sample
Law school transcript

Responsibilities

Analyze complicated legal and factual issues and present complicated issues clearly in written and oral form.
Review, respond, and advise the agency as to inquiries, complaints, and other communications.
Conduct legal research to provide day-to-day advice.
Present legal conclusions and advice in various formats, including legal documents, oral presentations, and formal and informal legal opinions.
Advise agency clients with respect to relevant statutes and administrative procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.