Assistant Attorney General
About The Position
The Nebraska Department of Justice / Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is currently seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Attorney General (“AAG”) in the Office's Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources (“AENR”) Bureau. In the AENR Bureau, the AAG will appear on behalf of, and in defense of, State agencies and boards in state and federal courts regarding agricultural, environmental, water, and other natural resources-related matters with potential for appellate practice. While environmental and natural resources law experience is preferred, the position allows for experience in a variety of practice areas including contracts, APA claims, rule and regulation review, tort claims, property law and providing legal counsel to agencies. Excellent legal research and writing skills required. Please email a cover letter, writing sample and resume to: Nebraska Attorney General’s Office Email [email protected]
Requirements
- Graduation from an ABA accredited law school and a license to practice law in Nebraska, or clear ability to be licensed in Nebraska by motion
- Excellent legal writing skills and demonstrated work ethic
Nice To Haves
- Legal experience in a private law firm or government agency, which may include service as a judicial clerk
- Two or more years of general civil litigation or environmental law experience
- Prior experience in motions practice, depositions, trial, and appearance before state or federal courts
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in the relevant position
Responsibilities
- Appear on behalf of, and in defense of, State agencies and boards in state and federal courts regarding agricultural, environmental, water, and other natural resources-related matters
- Potential for appellate practice
- Experience in a variety of practice areas including contracts, APA claims, rule and regulation review, tort claims, property law and providing legal counsel to agencies
Benefits
- Full-time state benefits available
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
