Assistant Attorney General - Labor and Employment.

Office of the Attorney General

Department of Law

Assistant Attorney General

Government Services & Employment Division - Labor and Employment Section

The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General. The position filled through this announcement will serve in the Labor and Employment section of our Government Services & Employment Division.

Job Summary

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

· Handles cases at every stage of litigation in state and federal courts;

· Conducts legal research and keeps abreast of recent legal developments in the field;

· Prepares pleadings, motions, and briefs;

· Prepares discovery requests and responses, including e-discovery;

· Takes and defends depositions;

· Provides general legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies;

· Attends continuing legal education seminars as required;

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited law school and member of the Georgia Bar in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants who possess general litigation experience or labor and employment expertise.