Assistant Attorney General Civil Division

Step into high-impact public service without sacrificing your life outside of work. Whether you are interested in transitioning from private practice or are an ambitious early-career attorney who wants immediate autonomy, the Attorney General's Office offers an attractive alternative to private practice. You will engage in complex state-level legal work paired with a supportive and collaborative culture. As an assistant attorney general in our Civil Division, you will serve as primary counsel to pivotal state agencies that help shape Wyoming's economic and regulatory landscape. These agencies include the Wyoming Stable Token Commission, State Treasurer, Department of Audit Divisions of Banking and Public Funds, Wyoming Business Council, and the State Construction Department. These are just a few of the agencies you will have the opportunity to represent, in addition to other specific projects and cases as they arise.

Responsibilities

Analyze complicated legal and factual issues and present complicated issues clearly in written and oral form; Review, respond, and advise the agency as to inquiries, complaints, and other communications; Conduct legal research to provide day-to-day advice; Present legal conclusions and advice in various formats, including legal documents, oral presentations, and formal and informal legal opinions; Advise agency clients with respect to relevant statutes and administrative procedures; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Juris doctorate; Ability to exercise independent judgment; Knowledge of trial and appellate practice; Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedure; Professional resume; References; Recent writing sample; Law school transcript; Pass a criminal background investigation

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; Retirement - Pension and 457B plans; Flexible schedules and work-life balance options; Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities