Managing Attorney jobs in Boston, MA

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Assistant Attorney General

Government Bureau

Trial Division

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is seeking a highly motivated attorney to join her team as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of the Attorney General’s Trial Division.

Primary Duties: Representation and defense of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, its agencies, and employees in a wide variety of civil lawsuits, including tort, contract, erroneous convictions, eminent domain, employment, and civil rights cases. Maintain an active caseload, including assuming responsibility for drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, preparing and arguing dispositive motions, and trying cases in the superior and federal courts.

Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Salary: $78,586 to $117,879, commensurate with JD year and experience.

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You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is April 12, 2024.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041.

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Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Ellen Tierney, Managing Administrative Assistant

Trial Division

(617) 963-2358

Position Requirements: Strong background in all aspects of civil litigation, including complex litigation and eDiscovery, and experience managing a large and varied caseload are required. Strong oral and written communication skills are also required. At least five years’ relevant civil litigation experience preferred. Prior legal experience in at least one of the following substantive areas is preferred: tort, contracts, land use, eminent domain, civil rights, or employment matters. Seeking individuals who are highly motivated and who want to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, public-sector law office. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Valid driver’s license is required, as travel may be required to various courts, client and opposing party locations, and law offices. Individual must be a member of the Massachusetts bar and the federal bar for the USDC of Massachusetts. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions.

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

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