Assistant Attorney General - Child Protection Division - Remote

Overview

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly skilled civil litigator to fill a full-time Assistant Attorney General vacancy. The primary responsibility of this Assistant Attorney General will be litigating DHHS child protection cases in the South Paris and Rumford District Courts. These courts operate almost exclusively remotely at this time, but in-person appearances may be required periodically.

In Short

• Full-time position as Assistant Attorney General in the Child Protection Division.
• Litigate DHHS child protection cases in South Paris and Rumford District Courts.
• Remote court proceedings with occasional in-person appearances.
• Handle a high-volume caseload requiring multiple court appearances each week.
• Conduct regular trainings for DHHS child welfare staff.
• Develop litigation strategies quickly in urgent circumstances.
• Opportunity for sophisticated brief writing for qualified candidates.
• Must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.
• Excellent writing and communication skills required.
• Willingness to travel regularly is necessary.

Requirements

• Must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.
• Experienced litigator with excellent writing skills.
• Ability to develop proficiency with remote court proceedings.
• Demonstrated thoroughness, accuracy, and resourcefulness.
• Highly developed skills in litigation, client communication, and negotiation.
• Effective time optimization and file management skills.
• Adhere to the highest standards of legal ethics and civility.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance with paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage with significant employer contribution.
• Dental Insurance with 100% employer coverage for employee-only premiums.
• Retirement Plan with employer contributions to MainePERS.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement to promote health and wellness.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Parental leave for all employees welcoming a child.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation for additional retirement savings.
• Employee assistance program for navigating work and life challenges.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.