Civil Litigation Bureau - Assistant Attorney General

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for its Civil Litigation Bureau. The Nebraska Department of Justice handles high-impact civil litigation involving state and federal law. Attorneys have responsibility for their own cases and litigate matters affecting Nebraska’s institutions, the public and public fisc, and the rule of law. This role represents the State of Nebraska in state and federal courts, with potential opportunities for appellate practice. The position handles complex civil litigation from investigation through resolution and provides strategic legal counsel to state agencies, officials, and employees. Practice areas may include employment and labor litigation, election law and government accountability, contract disputes, Section 1983 litigation, constitutional challenges, tort litigation, and Administrative Procedure Act claims. Some travel is required.

Requirements

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in Nebraska, or clear ability to be licensed in Nebraska by motion.
At least three years of litigation experience in a private law firm or government agency; judicial law clerk service may count.
Litigation experience must include motion practice, depositions, and state or federal court hearings.
Excellent legal writing skills and strong professional judgment.
Demonstrated work ethic, initiative, and commitment to public service.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of general civil litigation and courtroom experience.
Significant courtroom experience and subject matter depth in at least two of the listed practice areas.
Judicial clerkship experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as trial counsel for the State of Nebraska in civil litigation in state and federal district courts, with potential appellate involvement.
Handle complex litigation from initiation through resolution, including investigation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trial.
Draft persuasive pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda on significant legal and constitutional issues.
Provide strategic legal counsel to state agencies, officials, and employees on matters of statewide importance.
Collaborate with attorneys across the Department of Justice, including potential work with the Consumer Protection Bureau, Solicitor General’s Office, Criminal Bureau, and Legal Services Bureau.
Contribute to an office culture that values excellence, professionalism, and public service.