Assistant Attorney General - Tacoma Division's Labor & Industries Section

State of Washington•Pierce County – Tacoma, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Attorney General's Office's Tacoma Division has an immediate opening for an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the Labor and Industries (L&I) Section. Tacoma’s L&I Section handles a variety of litigation on behalf of the Department of Labor and Industries, the Employment Security Department and the Department of Licensing. In representing these clients, attorneys practice in almost every legal forum, including the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals, the Electrical Board, the Plumber Board, the Office of Administrative Hearings, Superior Court in Pierce and Kitsap Counties, as well as federal, and appellate courts. In representing the Department of Labor and Industries, the attorney will be responsible for matters that present complex legal and medical issues relative to the provision of benefits to injured workers under Title 51 RCW, crime victims under Chapter 7.68 RCW, safety and health of workers (WISHA) under Chapter RCW 49.14, and wage & labor standards under Title 49 and Chapter RCW 39.12. The AAG will represent the Department of Licensing in implied consent license revocation and suspension matters. Finally, the attorney will represent the Employment Security Department in unemployment benefit matters on appeal. The Section is comprised of 12 AAGs, 4 mediation paralegals, 2 litigation paralegals, 7 support paralegals, and 1 legal assistant. This position provides the opportunity to work in an environment where teamwork and diversity are highly valued. Division members consistently strive to deliver high quality legal services; conduct themselves with integrity, professionalism, civility, and transparency; and, promote a collegial and diverse workplace that values, respects, and supports each other. The position is located in Tacoma, Washington; a welcoming and affordable city that offers a rich history and vibrant cultural opportunities.

Requirements

Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program
Licensed to practice law in Washington state (Applicants who meet the other stated qualifications and are actively pursuing admission by motion will also be considered.)
Experience litigating cases in Superior Court and administrative forums
Experience presenting and defending motions
Experience interviewing and presenting witnesses
Experience providing client advice
Familiarity with the Washington Civil Rules and Washington Rules of Evidence, and the Administrative Procedures Act
A demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and collaboration and promote a positive work environment that recognizes and respects all employees
Committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice

Responsibilities

Analyzing case files
Evaluating cases for settlement possibilities
Conducting discovery
Consulting witnesses
Preparing and responding to motions
Issuing briefs and memoranda within a relatively short time-frame
Representing the Department of Labor and Industries in matters concerning benefits to injured workers, crime victims, worker safety and health, and wage & labor standards
Representing the Department of Licensing in implied consent license revocation and suspension matters
Representing the Employment Security Department in unemployment benefit matters on appeal