Ohio Attorney General's Office
Assistant Attorney General- Court of Claims
Ohio Attorney General's Office, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
About Us
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.What You'll Do
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for an opening in the Court of Claims Section. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of litigation experience with an interest in further developing those litigation skills. The successful candidate will take on a dynamic caseload defending civil lawsuits in the Ohio Court of Claims. We will ask the person who fills this role to litigate a variety of civil cases, including but not limited to, personal injury, wrongful death, employment law, medical malpractice and general negligence. Duties will include all facets of general litigation, including written discovery, depositions, pleading and motion practice, trial and appellate practice. This position is based in Columbus and offers a hybrid in person/remote schedule.What’s In It For You
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth/Adoption leaveEmployee Development Funds
The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.Minimum Requirements
3 or more years of litigation experienceLicensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.Job Skills
Attorney/LegalAttention to DetailStrategic ThinkingCollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPrimary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-ColumbusOrganization
Attorney GeneralClassified Indicator
UnclassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt
ExemptSchedule
Full-timeWork Hours
8:00am-5:00pmCompensation
Commensurate with experienceUnposting Date
Nov 29, 2023, 10:59:00 PMPrimary Job Skill
Attorney/LegalTechnical Skills
Attorney/LegalProfessional Skills
Attention to DetailCollaborationStrategic ThinkingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAgency Contact Name
Kelly SmithAgency Contact Information
kelly.smith@ohioago.gov
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The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.What You'll Do
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for an opening in the Court of Claims Section. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of litigation experience with an interest in further developing those litigation skills. The successful candidate will take on a dynamic caseload defending civil lawsuits in the Ohio Court of Claims. We will ask the person who fills this role to litigate a variety of civil cases, including but not limited to, personal injury, wrongful death, employment law, medical malpractice and general negligence. Duties will include all facets of general litigation, including written discovery, depositions, pleading and motion practice, trial and appellate practice. This position is based in Columbus and offers a hybrid in person/remote schedule.What’s In It For You
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth/Adoption leaveEmployee Development Funds
The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.Minimum Requirements
3 or more years of litigation experienceLicensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.Job Skills
Attorney/LegalAttention to DetailStrategic ThinkingCollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPrimary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-ColumbusOrganization
Attorney GeneralClassified Indicator
UnclassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt
ExemptSchedule
Full-timeWork Hours
8:00am-5:00pmCompensation
Commensurate with experienceUnposting Date
Nov 29, 2023, 10:59:00 PMPrimary Job Skill
Attorney/LegalTechnical Skills
Attorney/LegalProfessional Skills
Attention to DetailCollaborationStrategic ThinkingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAgency Contact Name
Kelly SmithAgency Contact Information
kelly.smith@ohioago.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr