$82,212.00 - $153,996.00 Annually

Assistant Attorney General – Spokane Division’s Torts Section

Attorney General's Office
Spokane, WA
Uri ng Trabaho: Exempt

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Ang mga taong nangangailangan ng makatarungang pagtulong sa proseso ng aplikasyon o nangangailangan ng impormasyon sa iba't ibang format ay maaaring makipag-ugnayan sa recruitment team sa HREmployment@atg.wa.govAng mga taong may kapansanan sa pandinig na nangangailangan ng pagtulong ay inirerekomenda na makipag-ugnayan sa Washington Relay Service sa 1-800-676-3777 o www.washingtonrelay.com.   
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Sumali sa Torts Division - Nagtatanggol ng mga Taong Naglilingkod sa Tao ng Washington Araw-araw

Nais mo bang magkaroon ng pagkakataon na subukan ang mga kaso sa sibil sa harap ng hukbuhay?

 

Nais mo bang magkaroon ng iba't ibang karanasan sa pagsubok at pag-apela sa estado at federal court? Gusto mo bang magsanay sa pinakabagong larangan ng batas sa torts sa Washington?


Kung oo ang sagot mo sa alinman sa mga tanong na ito, at interesado ka ring sumama sa isang team ng mga dedikadong abogado, paralegal, at imbestigador, paki-apply ngayon sa Torts Division!


Ang Torts Section sa Washington State Attorney General Office's Christine O. Gregoire Spokane Division ay may agarang pagkakataon para sa mga Assistant Attorney General.


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Ang mga posisyon na ina-announce ay nakabase sa Spokane, Washington. Ang Spokane ay isang masigla at magandang lungsod na may apat na panahon at nag-aalok ng world-class na outdoor adventures tulad ng paglalakbay sa ilog, biking sa Centennial Trail, snow skiing sa malapit na Mt. Spokane, Lookout Pass, Silver Mountain, 49 Degrees North, o Schweitzer Mountain; at hiking, boating o fishing sa maraming malapit na lawa at nature preserves. Ang lungsod ay mayroon ding magagandang indoor activities: theater, kabilang ang Broadway shows; live music; mga exhibit; at pagkakataong subukan ang mga grapes at hops ng Washington sa maraming lokal na wineries at craft breweries.

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Ang Torts Division, ang pinakamalaking division sa Washington Attorney General’s Office, ay naghahanap ng mga trial attorneys na handang magpraktis sa estado at federal courts sa buong Washington. Ang Torts Division ay kumakatawan sa mga ahensya at empleyado ng estado na nagtatrabaho para sa paglilingkod sa mga mamamayan ng Washington kapag sila'y inihain ng kasong pananagutan. Ang mga abogado sa Torts Division, kasama ang suporta mula sa mga propesyonal na staff tulad ng paralegal at imbestigador, ay namamahala ng mga kaso mula simula hanggang pagtatapos, na may iba't ibang kliyente at teorya ng pananagutan. Kung interesado ka sa paglago bilang isang oral at written advocate, pagtuturo sa mahihirap na isyu at kaso, at pagiging bahagi ng isang dedikadong at suportibong team, ang Torts Division ay para sa iyo.


The Torts Division has offices in Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia (Tumwater), and Spokane. The Torts Division also provides opportunities for telework in a hybrid work environment.


Ang Torts Division ay may mga opisina sa Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia (Tumwater), at Spokane. Nag-aalok din ang Torts Division ng mga oportunidad para sa telework sa isang hybrid na work environment.

Higit Pa tungkol sa Office of the Attorney General Lahat ng empleyado at volunteer ng Washington State Attorney General's Office ay may mahahalagang papel sa proteksyon ng estado, ng mga tao nito, at ng mga yaman, kaya nagbibigay sila ng hindi mapantayang antas ng kasiyahan sa trabaho. Ang AGO ay binubuo ng iba't ibang, magkakaibigan, at napakagaling na legal professionals na may matatag na dedikasyon sa publikong serbisyo at pinagsamang layunin na palakasin ang interes ng publiko. Para sa karagdagang impormasyon tungkol sa AGO, inirerekomenda namin na suriin ang Office's Annual Report na makikita sa [LINK].


Detalye ng mga Benepisyo at Kompensasyon

Pinahahalagahan ng Office ang mga benepisyo ng isang malusog na work-life balance pati na rin ang isang magalang, kasama, at may pagkakaiba-iba na lugar ng trabaho. Ang mga matagumpay na kandidato ay sasali sa isang Office kung saan bawat isa ay nakatuon sa pagbibigay ng mahusay na legal na serbisyo at kung saan ang personal na pag-unlad sa karera ay pinapalakas at sinusuportahan. Ang mga espesyal na benepisyo ng paglahok sa AGO ay kinabibilangan ng:

  • Kompetitibong sweldo na nasa loob ng ibinigay na saklaw ($82,212 - $153,996). Ang mga sweldo ay itinatakda batay sa Appendix B ng AWAAG CBA Longevity pay na may 5% premium sa ibabaw ng base wages pagkatapos ng 5 taon sa Attorney General’s Office. Isang kompetitibong package ng mga benepisyo na kinabibilangan ng:
  • Affordable medical plan options, kasama ang vision benefits,   
  • Dental benefits na nakakatawag ng 100%
    • Retirement plan (employee/employer contribution)   
    • Deferred Compensation Plan
    • 11 paid holidays at 1 personal holiday   
    • 8 oras ng sick leave accrual bawat buwan
  • 9.33 oras sa simula, pagkatapos ay hanggang 16.67 oras ng annual leave accrual bawat buwan (batay sa taon ng serbisyo sa estado)   
  • Flexible schedules at telecommuting options
  • 9.33 hours to start, then up to 16.67 hours of annual leave accrual per month (based on years of state service)   
  • Flex schedules and telecommuting options
  • The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Magbabayad ang AGO ng pangkalahatang bar dues sa isang indibidwal na magtatapos ng kanilang assignment bago o noong Enero 31. Artikulo 10.8 ng
  • AWAAG CBA
  • Kwalipikadong Employer para sa Public Loan Forgiveness Program   
  • Isang pormal na mentoring program ng AAG na nagpapatibay sa mapagkalinga at suportadong kapaligiran ng AGO
  • Health and wellness program

Training and career development program na nagbibigay ng CLE credits at kilala sa pagiging mahusay at epektibo sa lahat ng AGO sa bansa

Base Range Step Numbers

Taon ng Graduasyon

AAG Range

Managing AAG 1 Range

Managing AAG 2 Range

Deputy Solicitor General Range

Step 2

2025

82,212

86,328

90,444

90,444

Hakbang 3

2024

₱85,500

₱89,784

₱94,056

₱94,056

Hakbang 4

2023

₱88,932

₱93,372

₱97,836

₱97,836

Hakbang 5

2022

₱92,472

₱97,116

₱101,736

₱101,736

Hakbang 6

2021

96,192

96,192

100,992

105,816

Hakbang 7

2020

100,032

105,036

110,028

110,028

Hakbang 8

2019

104,016

109,236

114,444

114,444

Hakbang 9

2018

108,204

113,604

119,016

119,016

119,016

Step10

2017

112,524

118,152

123,768

Step11

2016

117,024

122,868

128,712

128,712

Step12

2015

121,704

127,788

133,860

133,860

Hakbang 13

2014

₱126,564

₱132,912

₱139,236

₱139,236

Hakbang 14

2013

₱131,640

₱138,240

₱144,780

₱144,780

Hakbang 15

2012

₱136,896

₱143,748

₱150,600

₱150,600

Hakbang 16

2011

142,368

149,496

156,612

156,612

Step17

2010

148,068

155,472

162,876

162,876

Step18

2009

153,996

161,700

169,392

169,392


Mga Gawain

Ang Hukbo ng mga Kaso ay nagtatanggol sa lahat ng kaso at reklamo laban sa lahat ng ahensya ng gobyerno, opisyal, at empleyado dahil sa kanilang mga aksyon o pagkakaligtaan habang nagsasagawa o naghahanda ng mabuting paninindigan na magpatupad ng kanilang mga tungkulin. Ang mga abogadong may kinalaman sa mga kasong ito ay nagbibigay din ng legal at pangangasiwa sa panganib na payo sa Tanggapan ng Pamamahala ng Pananalapi at iba pang ahensya ng gobyerno tungkol sa mga isyung ito. Ang karaniwang dami ng kaso para sa isang abogadong may kinalaman sa mga kasong ito ay naglalaman ng iba't ibang uri ng kaso mula sa iba't ibang ahensya at magkakaibang teorya ng pananagutan, tulad ng halimbawa, ang pagkakaligtaan na protektahan ang isang bata mula sa pang-aabuso o pang-aabuso ng Department of Children, Youth, and Families, ang pagkakaligtaan sa pagsupervisa ng mga indibidwal na inilabas mula sa pagkakulong ng Department of Corrections, at ang mapanganib na disenyo o pagpapanatili ng kalsada ng Department of Transportation, pati na rin ang maling pag-aresto o labis na paggamit ng pwersa ng Washington State Patrol. Ang mga abogadong ito ay humahawak din ng iba pang uri ng kaso, tulad ng pananagutan sa lugar, neglensya medikal, diskriminasyon sa trabaho at paghihiganti, aksidente sa sasakyan, at mga sugat na maritimo sa mga ferry ng Washington State. Dahil mayroong daan-daang ahensya, board, at komisyon, at patuloy na umuunlad ang mga teorya ng pananagutan sa kaso, palaging may bagong hamon para sa mga abogadong nasa Hukbo ng mga Kaso!

 

Ang mga abogado sa Hukbo ng mga Kaso ay responsable sa pagpapanatili at pagsasagawa ng malawak na kaalaman sa batas prosedural at substansyal, sa pakikipagtulungan nang produktibo sa kanilang mga kliyente, sa pagbuo at pagpatupad ng legal na estratehiya, sa pakikilahok sa lahat ng aspeto ng affirmative at defensive discovery, sa epektibong komunikasyon tungkol sa mga pag-unlad ng kaso, sa pamumuno ng kanilang team ng propesyonal na tauhan sa trial, sa pagdaraos ng jury at bench trials, at sa paghawak ng mga apela. Ang trabaho sa Hukbo ng mga Kaso ay mahirap, nakakaengganyo, at kapuri-puri, at ang mga abogadong naghahanap ng hamon sa legal na isyu na may kinalaman sa pananagutan ng estado ay magiging komportable dito. Bagama't mahirap at mabilis ang kanilang trabaho, nagpapahalaga rin ang mga abogadong ito sa balanse na ibinibigay ng isang mapagkakasundo at propesyonal na kapaligiran.

 

Kung mayroon kang mahusay na kakayahang pagsusuri, pagtulong sa pag-advokasi, at paglutas ng problema, nagpapahalaga sa pakikipagtulungan sa iba pang propesyonal, may magandang sense of humor, at naniniwala na ang komunikasyon at respeto ay mahalaga para sa tagumpay sa anumang proyekto, kung gayon iyon ang mga katangian na hinahanap ng Hukbo ng mga Kaso sa kanilang mga abogado.

Kwalipikasyon

Bukod sa pagtugon sa mga kwalipikasyong kinakailangan upang magsilbi bilang Assistant Attorney General, ang mga kwalipikadong aplikante ay mag-aalok ng sumusunod: 

  • Napakagaling na interpersonal at komunikasyon na kasanayan;
  • Magandang kakayahan sa paglutas ng problema;   
  • Mahusay na legal na paghuhukom; at
  • Ang interes at kakayahang magtrabaho nang maayos sa isang collaborative team environment kasama ang litigation support at investigative staff, mga ahensyang kliyente, risk managers, Office of Risk Management, at iba pang abogado sa Torts Division at AGO.

 

Ang mga ideal na kandidato ay mag-aalok din ng karanasan sa sumusunod na larangan: 

  • Limang o higit pang taon ng progressive legal na karanasan, kasama ang malakas na pundasyon sa civil litigation;   
  • Pagkuha at pagdepensa ng depositions;
  • Paghawak ng aktibong civil motions practice;   
  • Pakikipagtulungan sa mga eksperto sa saksihan;
  • Paglahok sa alternative dispute resolution;   
  • Pagsubok ng kaso sa estado at/o federal na hukuman;   
  • Pagbibigay at pagtanggol ng kaso sa appeal;
  • Pakikipag-ugnayan sa mataas na ranggong kinatawan ng kliyente; at
  • Pakikipagtulungan sa mga taong may iba't ibang background, karanasan, at estilo ng komunikasyon.

 

Ang karanasan sa Torts litigation ay mapapabuti ang aplikasyon, bagama't hindi ito kinakailangan. Ang relevanteng subject matter na karanasan ay mas gusto pero hindi naman obligado.


Dapat nakatapos ng law school na akreditado ng ABA o nagtapos sa WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; at lisensyadong magpraktis ng batas sa Washington State. (Ang mga aplikante na nakakatugon sa iba pang kwalipikasyon at aktibong naghahanda para sa admission ay isa ring pag-aaralan.) Hinahanap ng AGO ang mga aplikante na may malalim na dedikasyon sa publikong serbisyo, na makikita sa kanilang background, talento, pananaw, at entusiasmo sa praktis ng batas. Ipinagdiriwang at pinahahalagahan ng AGO ang pagkakaiba-iba dahil ito ay nagbibigay ng mas inklusibong kapaligiran, nagpapatibay ng magandang ugnayan sa komunidad, at nagdadala ng bagong pananaw para matupad ang misyon nito na magbigay ng mahusay, independiyenteng, at etikal na legal na serbisyo sa State of Washington at protektahan ang karapatan ng mga mamamayan nito. actively pursuing admission will also be considered.) The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice. The AGO greatly encourages, celebrates and values diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfill its mission of providing excellent, independent and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and protecting the rights of its people.

Supplemental Information

These Assistant Attorney General positions are represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28, AFL-CIO. AAG salaries are set between $82,212 and $153,996. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans, retirement, life and basic long-term disability insurance. In addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and work-life balance are highly valued. The health, safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services. Complementing and fostering this goal is a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship, as evidenced in the AGO's environmental policies.  

 

Interested applicants must apply by hitting the "apply" button above.  In addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system and preferably as PDFs


  • A letter of interest;
  • Resume;
  • Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable) with date law degree was conferred; and
  • Writing sample (10 pages or less).


If you have questions about these positions or wish to learn more about them before applying, we encourage and welcome you to contact Spokane Torts Section Chief David Force at david.force@atg.wa.gov. Buksan hanggang mapunan ang posisyon na ito sa unang pagtatasa noong Hunyo 19, 2026.Ang Washington State Office of the Attorney General ay may karapatan na isara ang anunsyo na ito nang walang paunawa sa anumang oras. Magkakabisa ng mga panayam habang tumatagal ang proseso ng paghahanap, kaya't inirerekomenda namin na mag-apply kaagad.

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Ang Washington State Office of the Attorney General ay hindi gumagamit ng E-Verify system; samakatuwid, hindi tayo kwalipikado para sa STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). Para sa karagdagang impormasyon, mangyaring bisitahin ang www.uscis.gov.


Ang pagkilala at pagpapahalaga sa pagkakaiba-iba, pantay na oportunidad, at kasamaan ay nangangahulugang bilang ahensya at indibidwal, nakatuon tayo sa pagtiyak na lahat ng empleyado at boluntaryo ay nakaranas ng isang respetuhong, ligtas, at suportadong kapaligiran sa trabaho. Lamang sa pamamagitan ng pagsisikap na hikayatin ang inklusyon ng mga tao mula sa lahat ng likod-palibot, kultura, at katangian, makakamit ng mga empleyado at boluntaryo ng AGO ang kanilang buong potensyal at makakatulong nang pinaka-epektibo sa pagtataguyod ng layunin at misyon ng AGO.   


Ang AGO ay isang employer na nagbibigay ng pantay na oportunidad at hindi gumagawa ng diskriminasyon batay sa edad, kasarian, estado ng pagsasamaan, orientasyong sekswal, lahi, paniniwala, kulay, pinagmulang nasyonal, katayuan bilang isang beterano na may karapatang pagkilalanin, o katayuang militar, o anumang kapansanan sa pandama, mental, o pisikal, o ang paggamit ng isang trained dog guide o service animal ng isang taong may kapansanan. Ang mga indibidwal na nangangailangan ng makatarungang akomodasyon sa proseso ng aplikasyon o nangangailangan ng impormasyon sa alternatibong format ay maaaring makipag-ugnayan sa recruitment team sa HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Ang mga taong may kapansanan sa pandinig na nangangailangan ng akomodasyon ay inirerekomenda na makipag-ugnayan sa Washington Relay Service sa 1-800-676-3777 o www.washingtonrelay.com.

Para sa mga katanungan tungkol sa proseso ng aplikasyon, mangyaring makipag-ugnayan sa HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Kung mayroon kang teknikal na problema sa paglikha, pag-access, o pagsasara ng iyong aplikasyon, mangyaring tumawag sa NEOGOV toll-free sa 855-524-5627 o support@neogov.com.

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Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.govThose with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.   
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at


Join the Torts Division - Defending Those Who Serve the People of Washington Everyday

Do you want the opportunity to try civil cases to juries?

 

Do you want a diverse trial and appellate practice in state and federal court? Do you want to practice on the cutting edge of torts law in Washington?


If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, and you are interested in joining a collaborative team of dedicated attorneys, paralegals, and investigators, then you should apply to the Torts Division today!


The Torts Section in the WA State Attorney General Office's Christine O. Gregoire Spokane Division has immediate openings for Assistant Attorney General positions.


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The positions advertised are based in Spokane, Washington. Spokane is a vibrant and beautiful city that enjoys four distinct seasons and provides residents and visitors with world class outdoor adventures, including: fishing and whitewater rafting in the Spokane River; biking the Centennial Trail; snow skiing at nearby Mt. Spokane, Lookout Pass, Silver Mountain, 49 Degrees North, or Schweitzer Mountain; and hiking, boating or fishing in a host of nearby lakes and nature preserves. Spokane also offers great indoor activities: theater, including Broadway shows; live music; multiple exhibits; and the opportunity to taste Washington's renowned grapes and hops at a number of local wineries and craft breweries.

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The Torts Division, the largest division in the Washington Attorney General’s Office, seeks trial attorneys eager to practice in state and federal courts throughout Washington. The Torts Division represents the State agencies and State employees who do the hard work of serving the citizens of Washington when they are sued for damages. Attorneys in the Torts Division, with support from professional staff, including paralegals and investigators, handle cases from inception through resolution, involving diverse clients and theories of liability, with continuous support, training, and development. If you are interested in growing and developing as an oral and written advocate, working on challenging issues and cases, and belonging to a dedicated and supportive team, then the Torts Division is the place for you.


The Torts Division has offices in Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia (Tumwater), and Spokane. The Torts Division also provides opportunities for telework in a hybrid work environment.


More Information About the Attorney General’s Office

All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General's Office serve a crucial role in the protection of the state, its people and resources, thereby providing an incomparable degree of job satisfaction. The AGO is composed of diverse, collegial and supremely talented legal professionals who are resolute in their commitment to public service and share the common goal of advancing the public interest. For more information about the AGO, we encourage you to review the Office's Annual Report which can be found HERE.


Benefit and Compensation Details

The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy life-work balance as well as a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office in which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. The exceptional benefits of joining the AGO include:

  • Competitive salary set within the given salary range ($82,212 - $153,996). Salaries are set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
  • Longevity pay of 5% premium on top of base wages after 5 years with the Attorney General’s Office.   
  • A competitive benefit package that includes:
    • Affordable medical plan options, including vision benefits,   
    • Dental benefits covered 100%
    • Retirement plan (employee/employer contribution)   
    • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • 11 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday   
  • 8 hours sick leave accrual per month
  • 9.33 hours to start, then up to 16.67 hours of annual leave accrual per month (based on years of state service)   
  • Flex schedules and telecommuting options
  • The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
  • Qualifying Employer for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
  • A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment   
  • Health and wellness program
  • Training and career development program that provides CLE credits and is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide

Assistant Attorneys General Salary Schedule

Base Range Step Numbers

Graduation Year

AAG Range

Managing AAG 1 Range

Managing AAG 2 Range

Deputy Solicitor General Range

Step 2

2025

82,212

86,328

90,444

90,444

Step3

2024

85,500

89,784

94,056

94,056

Step4

2023

88,932

93,372

97,836

97,836

Step5

2022

92,472

97,116

101,736

101,736

Step6

2021

96,192

100,992

105,816

105,816

Step7

2020

100,032

105,036

110,028

110,028

Step8

2019

104,016

109,236

114,444

114,444

Step9

2018

108,204

113,604

119,016

119,016

Step10

2017

112,524

118,152

123,768

123,768

Step11

2016

117,024

122,868

128,712

128,712

Step12

2015

121,704

127,788

133,860

133,860

Step13

2014

126,564

132,912

139,236

139,236

Step14

2013

131,640

138,240

144,780

144,780

Step15

2012

136,896

143,748

150,600

150,600

Step16

2011

142,368

149,496

156,612

156,612

Step17

2010

148,068

155,472

162,876

162,876

Step 18

2009

153,996

161,700

169,392

169,392


Duties

The Torts Division defends tort claims and lawsuits against all state agencies, officers, and employees arising from acts or omissions while performing, or in good faith purporting to perform, official duties. Torts attorneys also provide legal and risk management advice to the Office of Financial Management and state agencies on tort matters. The caseload for a Torts attorney typically includes a variety of cases involving different agencies and diverse theories of liability, including, for example, alleged failures to protect a child from abuse or neglect by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, alleged failures to supervise individuals released from incarceration by the Department of Corrections, alleged negligent road design or maintenance by the Department of Transportation, and false arrest or excessive use of force by the Washington State Patrol. Torts attorneys handle many other types of cases, as well, including premises liability, medical negligence, employment discrimination and retaliation, motor vehicle accidents, and maritime injuries on Washington State ferries. With hundreds of departments, agencies, boards, and commissions, and ever-developing theories of tort liability, there is always something new for the attorneys in the Torts Division!

 

Attorneys in the Torts Division are responsible for maintaining and applying a comprehensive knowledge of procedural and substantive law, for working productively with client agencies, for developing and executing legal strategy, for engaging in all aspects of affirmative and defensive discovery, for timely and effective communication of case developments, for leading their trial team of professional staff, for conducting jury and bench trials, and for handling appeals. The work of the Torts Division is demanding, stimulating, and rewarding, and attorneys who enjoy working on leading-edge legal issues involving State liability thrive here. While their work is challenging, fast-paced, and diverse, Torts attorneys appreciate the balance afforded by a collegial team environment, dedicated professional support staff, and other litigation resources provided by the Torts Division and the AGO.

 

If you have strong analytical, advocacy, and problem-solving skills, enjoy working with other professionals, have a good sense of humor, and believe that communication and respect are critical to success in any endeavor, then you have the attributes that the Torts Divisions values in its attorneys.

Qualifications

In addition to meeting the qualifications to serve as an Assistant Attorney General, qualified applicants will offer the following: 

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Good problem-solving skills;   
  • Excellent legal judgment; and
  • The interest and ability to work well in a collaborative team environment with litigation support and investigative staff, client agencies and risk managers, the Office of Risk Management, and other attorneys in the Torts Division and the AGO.

 

Ideal candidates will also offer experience in the following areas: 

  • Five or more years of progressive legal experience, including a strong foundation in civil litigation;   
  • Taking and defending depositions;
  • Handling an active, civil motions practice;   
  • Working with expert witnesses;
  • Engaging in alternative dispute resolution;   
  • Trying cases in state and/or federal court;   
  • Briefing and arguing cases on appeal;
  • Interacting with high-level client representatives; and
  • Working with people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and communication styles.

 

Torts litigation experience, while advantageous, is not essential. Relevant subject matter experience is preferred but not required.


Applicants must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; and be licensed to practice law in Washington State. (Applicants who meet the other stated qualifications and are actively pursuing admission will also be considered.) The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice. The AGO greatly encourages, celebrates and values diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfill its mission of providing excellent, independent and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and protecting the rights of its people.

Supplemental Information

These Assistant Attorney General positions are represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28, AFL-CIO. AAG salaries are set between $82,212 and $153,996. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans, retirement, life and basic long-term disability insurance. In addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and work-life balance are highly valued. The health, safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services. Complementing and fostering this goal is a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship, as evidenced in the AGO's environmental policies.  

 

Interested applicants must apply by hitting the "apply" button above.  In addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system and preferably as PDFs


  • A letter of interest;
  • Resume;
  • Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable) with date law degree was conferred; and
  • Writing sample (10 pages or less).


If you have questions about these positions or wish to learn more about them before applying, we encourage and welcome you to contact Spokane Torts Section Chief David Force at david.force@atg.wa.gov. This position is open until filled with a first review date of June 19, 2026.The Washington State Office of the Attorney General reserves the right to close this announcement at any time without notice. Interviews will be scheduled throughout the duration of the recruitment, thus you are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.


Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment.  Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.   


The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.  If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at 855-524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

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