Chief Deputy Attorney General, Complex Litigation Division

State of Nevada
Carson City, Nevada United States  View Map
Posted: Dec 24, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Legal Services
  • Job Description

    Announcement Number: 910954059

    STATE OF NEVADA, OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL1

    CHIEF DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL, COMPLEX LITIGATION DIVISION

    Salary Range: 167,014.00 Employee/Employer Paid or $143,053.00 Employer Paid (DOE)

    Duty Station: Carson City or Las Vegas, with occasional travel, including out-of-state.

    POSITION STATUS: Exempt (FLSA); unclassified position entitled to standard state benefits; serves at the will of the
    Attorney General. Employment contingent upon successful background check.

    POSITION SUMMARY: The Chief of Complex Litigation oversees some of the State's most high profile and sensitive
    litigation matters. The Chief is part of the Office of the Solicitor General and reports to the Solicitor General as well
    as directly to the Attorney General and executive team, as needed. The complex litigation division consists of the
    Chief and two or three Deputy Attorneys General, with the Chief acting as the direct supervisor of the attorneys in
    the division.

    The Chief of Complex Litigation also acts as a liaison with other chiefs and divisions in the office, as litigation
    generally begins in these divisions and is escalated to the Complex Litigation Division. The Chief should be prepared
    to handle litigation matters personally; with the assistance of the Complex Litigation attorneys; with other attorneys
    in the office; with the in-house attorneys of clients; and with outside counsel.

    This position is a high-level position in the office involving significant responsibilities and significant opportunities
    to develop robust litigation and trial skills. The Chief should be well-versed in all aspects of trial practice, including
    case valuation, motion practice, pre-trial discovery, evidentiary hearings, trials, and post-trial motions and hearings.
    The work of the division is intellectually challenging, fast-paced, and central to the Attorney General's priorities for
    the office.

    The Division seeks a highly motivated, intelligent, and reliable attorney for this important position.

    The AGO's motto is "Our Job is Justice." Pursuing justice permeates the Chief's work, and the successful candidate
    will be expected to carry out their job duties with special attention to: (1) constitutional rights; (2) criminal justice
    and reform; (3) consumer protection; (4) client service; and (5) community engagement.

    Minimum Education and Background: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and
    graduation from accredited law school and licensed by a state bar. Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed attorney.
    Litigation experience commensurate with the position applied for. Valid state driver's license required.

    Preferred Experience: Preference to those with current or recent experience in reviewing a case, drafting briefs and
    presenting oral arguments. A working knowledge of federal and state constitutional laws, rules of evidence and local
    court rules and procedure is a plus. Trial experience preferred.

    Skills Required: The person chosen for this position must possess good judgment and significant skills in legal
    research, writing, verbal communication, analyzing complex legal issues and maintaining positive relationships with
    stakeholders internal and external to the AGO. Required skills also include planning, prioritizing and executing
    timelines without the need for supervision.

    Knowledge of the powers and duties of the State Attorney General, legislative process, and ethics is required.
    Applicants must be comfortable with computer applications/platforms used for litigation, such as Microsoft Word,

    1 The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect
    our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability,
    sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Westlaw, Zoom, Bluejeans and case management systems. Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and be
    able to effectively handle a wide range of diverse personalities and styles.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Mobility to work in typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and travel. Ability to
    read printed materials and computer screens; to hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and over the
    telephone; to speak in clear and understandable manner. Reasonable accommodation available for some physical
    demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request.

    Benefits of Position Include:
    • Work largely independently once trained
    • 2 years to pass Nevada bar if barred in another
    state
    • Student loan forgiveness after 10 years of
    public service
    • Compressed work schedule option
    • Work-life balance
    • Public service/community involvement
    • Retirement accrual after vesting
    • Paid vacation and sick leave
    • Medical/dental/life insurance

    This announcement lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. A successful applicant
    is expected to develop job-specific skills and perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

    Send cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample by January 17, 2025 to Solicitor General Heidi
    Parry Stern, c/o Renee Carreau, AG Legal Secretary, at rcarreau@ag.nv.gov.

    Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Nevada
    • State of Nevada

    The presence of Nevada's earliest inhabitants, beginning about 12,400 years ago, is marked by many petroglyphs and archaeological sites. Baskets, decoys, and ingenious traps are evidence of the resourcefulness of these early people in a harsh and arid environment.

    European explorers traveled through Nevada in the early 19th century, but it was not until 1851 that the first settlements were established. An Act of Congress created the Territory of Nevada on March 2, 1861. James W. Nye of New York was appointed Nevada's first Territorial Governor by President Abraham Lincoln later that year. On October 31, 1864, President Lincoln proclaimed Nevada's admission to the Union as the 36th state. The State's first elected Governor, Henry Blasdel, took office on December 5, 1864.

    Today, Nevada is the nation's seventh largest state in land area. Several hundred mountain ranges cross its landscape, many with elevations over 10,000 feet. In contrast, the State's lowest point (along the Colorado River) is only 470 feet above sea level. From majestic mountains to desert valleys, nature has endowed Nevada with diverse and unique ecosystems.

    The Nevada Legislature has honored the State's natural resources and cultural heritage with a variety of State designations described below.

     

     

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