Senior Assistant Attorney General, Civil Litigation Division, Correctional Litigation Unit

Attorney General of Maryland•Baltimore, MD

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of the Attorney General of Maryland is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as a Senior Assistant Attorney General in the Correctional Litigation Unit of the Civil Litigation Division. The division defends the State and its employees in significant civil cases in state and federal courts and provides legal guidance and support to other OAG divisions. The Correctional Litigation Unit defends the State against federal lawsuits brought by current and former incarcerated individuals, including claims under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the First, Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act. Cases may also include state constitutional claims and common-law torts. The position represents the State in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, Maryland trial courts, and state and federal appellate courts. The attorney handles defense litigation, including independently managing cases and overseeing matters handled by junior attorneys, conducting and defending depositions, managing written discovery, drafting briefs and pleadings, and appearing for motions, hearings, and trials, including serving as first chair. The role involves substantial contact with the client agency and individual clients, and includes supervision and mentorship of junior attorneys and staff. This is a regular, full-time position with a hybrid schedule requiring two in-office days each week. The salary range is $113,157–$178,453 annually. Initial offers are based on qualifications, experience, equity, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $157,391. The OAG expects its attorneys to maintain a sustained commitment to pro bono service and allows up to 50 work hours for approved pro bono activities.

Requirements

At least six years of legal experience.
Broad civil litigation experience and a strong grasp of civil trial and pretrial processes.
Exceptional analytical, research, and written and verbal communication skills.
Membership in both the Maryland Bar and the Federal Bar, or the ability to waive in.
Ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while remaining organized and highly motivated.
A demonstrated record of meaningful pro bono engagement or a sincere interest in pro bono work as a professional obligation.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in correctional litigation or civil rights law.
Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Represent the State in correctional litigation in federal and Maryland trial courts and state and federal appellate courts.
Independently handle cases and oversee cases managed by more junior attorneys.
Take and defend depositions and conduct written discovery.
Draft briefs and pleadings.
Appear in court for motions, hearings, and trials, including serving as first chair on trial teams.
Maintain substantial contact with the client agency and individual clients.
Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff in the Correctional Litigation Unit.
Participate in sustained pro bono service through the OAG's Stephen H. Sachs Pro Bono Program or other qualified opportunities.

Benefits

Annual leave of 10–25 days per year based on service.
15 sick leave days per year with unlimited carryover.
Up to 6 personal leave days per year.
12 paid state holidays.
At least 12 weeks of paid family leave for personal medical needs, family caregiving, and qualifying military-related reasons.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Defined-benefit pension plan and 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement options.
Hybrid and flexible work schedules available for many roles.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Free mass transit in eligible areas.
Employee Assistance Program.
Access to SECU.
Up to 50 work hours for approved pro bono activities.