Assistant Attorney General - Commercial Enforcement Division

State of Utah•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the Utah Attorney General has an opening for a complex litigation attorney in its Commercial Enforcement Division. The role enforces consumer protection laws and provides counsel to the Utah Division of Consumer Protection and other Department of Commerce agencies. The attorney investigates companies and brings civil actions in state and federal courts, independently and in collaboration with other state attorneys general and federal partners. The Division works to make Utah’s marketplace safe and fair by combating unlawful commercial activity and protecting consumers, securities and real estate markets, and professional standards. The attorney handles cases from intake and investigation through administrative proceedings, discovery, trial, appeal, and post-judgment matters. The role also includes advising clients and colleagues on complex legal and regulatory issues, negotiating resolutions, mentoring staff, and representing the Office at conferences and panels. The position is in-office/on-site in Salt Lake City, Utah, and may require travel to events and courts in and outside Utah.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate.
Must be in good standing with the Utah State Bar.
Must be able to travel as needed.
Submit a cover letter, resume, at least three references with email addresses and phone numbers, and a writing sample of no more than ten pages drafted without AI assistance.
Successfully pass a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

Over three years of relevant post-law-school experience; preference will be given to candidates with this experience.
Strong listening, writing, and communication skills.
Skill in pre-trial discovery and trials.
Ability and enthusiasm to lead and contribute as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist in setting and reaching the goals of the Attorney General.
Act as litigation counsel in cases brought by the Attorney General on behalf of the State, the public, or Office clients, including Department of Commerce divisions and the Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy.
Act as internal counsel for the Department of Commerce and its subparts, including the Division of Consumer Protection.
Conduct civil litigation from initial intake and investigation through administrative proceedings, pleadings, expert and fact discovery, trial, appeal, and post-judgment proceedings.
Handle high-profile and complex cases.
Mentor and train clerks, paralegals, and staff.
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Negotiate resolutions of complex, multi-party litigation.
Draft legal briefs, contracts, and memoranda.
Consult and advise clients and colleagues on complex issues of law and regulation.
Present on topics at conferences and panels.
Learn new skills and practice areas as needed.
Travel to events and courts in and outside Utah as needed.