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Job Description
Introduction
Main Purpose of Job
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
1. Experience performing legal research and preparing legal documents, verifying legal citations and references. SELECTION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State's legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland's 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.
GRADE 14
LOCATION OF POSITION Office of the Attorney General
Federal Litigation Unit
Civil Litigation Division
200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Office of the Attorney General is seeking a Litigation Assistant (Administrative Officer II) to join its newly established Federal Litigation Unit within the Civil Litigation Division. In preparation for potential actions by the federal government that could threaten the health and well-being of Maryland residents, this unit will play a pivotal role in protecting Marylanders’ rights and defending against federal overreach. As part of this team, the Litigation Assistant will assist litigators lead and participate in critical federal and multistate litigation efforts, from opposing federal regulatory rollbacks to defending civil rights and ensuring election integrity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to protecting civil rights, defending environmental laws, and ensuring the rule of law in Maryland.
POSITION DUTIES Key Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Perform detailed legal research and maintain case files.
• Independently handle discovery processes, including drafting subpoenas and organizing discovery materials, including exhibit preparation.
• Coordinate with other states’ legal teams on multistate litigation efforts.
• Assist with trial preparation, document management, and the filing of court documents.
• Provide administrative support, as needed.
Education: An associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Experience: Seven years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, or in administrative or professional work.
Candidates must be detail-oriented, have excellent organizational and writing skills, be able to use independent judgment, and have the ability to work at a consistently high pace.
Notes: Candidates may substitute additional experience in administrative or professional work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and strong word processing skills.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess:
2. Experience managing case files, schedules, and logs.
3. Familiarity with the Maryland Rules of Procedure, Annotated Code of Maryland.
4. Knowledge of Maryland and Federal court rules and procedures.
Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
Health Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage, & Life Insurance
Retirement: Pension and Supplemental Retirement Plans
Leave:
1. Personal - 6 days per year (prorated based on start date)
2. Annual - 10 days per year (increases every 5 years)
3. Sick - 15 days per year
4. Parental Leave - up to 60 days per birth or adoption
Local Mass Transit Benefits
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. Please upload a resume with your on-line application.
If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to: Yolanda Colkley, Fair Practices Officer, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, MD 21202 or fax to 410-576-6447. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
If you have specific questions about recruitment, please call 410-576-6440 or email hr@oag.state.md.us.
The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested persons to apply regardless of race, color, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, pregnancy, family or parental status, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category prohibited by local, State or federal laws.
