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Role Description

The Torts Division is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assistant Attorney General (AAG) to serve within the Torts Division’s Investigations Section. This position reports directly to the Investigations Section Chief and provides legal advice and representation in both litigation and pre-litigation matters. This role supports the AGO and the Division by delivering efficient and effective legal representation to state agencies and fostering a professional, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment.

• Work independently and exercise proper initiative in managing and advancing assigned cases and claims.
• Manage a large caseload and conduct timely review and evaluation of claims referred by the Office of Risk Management.
• Prepare investigative summaries and counsel client agencies on legal issues arising during the pre-litigation phase.
• Track statutes of limitation and manage claim closure.
• Identify potential defense tenders and coordinate pre-litigation document management, including legal holds and evidence preservation.
• Provide leadership by guiding investigative decision-making and mentoring staff.
• Contribute to training materials and practice resources.
• Support compliance and public accountability efforts related to Public Records Act requests.
• Maintain expertise in tort liability and procedural rules.
• Safeguard privileged information and adhere to all office policies, court rules, ethics laws, and the Rules of Professional Conduct.

Qualifications

• An expressed interest in the practice of public sector law.
• Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Judgment and discretion in handling sensitive issues.
• Familiarity with insurance claims practices.
• Familiarity with the Public Records Act.
• Familiarity with civil rules pertaining to evidence preservation and litigation holds.
• Extensive mediation experience.
• Litigation experience, particularly as insurance defense counsel.
• A strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and develop new skills, and a desire to work as part of a larger team.
• Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program.
• Licensed to practice law in Washington state (or actively pursuing admission by motion).

Requirements

• Commitment to public service as demonstrated by background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

• Competitive salary set within the given salary range $82,212 - $153,996.
• 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 for those who begin their assignment on or before January 31st.
• Qualifying Employer for Public Loan Forgiveness Program.
• A formal AAG mentoring program.
• Health and wellness program.
• Training and career development program that provides CLE credits.