Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Attorney General's Office seeks qualified applicants interested in defensive litigation to handle civil actions brought against the State of Wyoming, its agencies, employees, and peace officers employed by the State and local governmental entities. The position provides an immediate opportunity to garner experience representing the State and individuals in lawsuits that arise under the Wyoming Governmental Claims Act and federal civil rights law. The work covers a broad scope of cases, including vehicle and workplace accidents, medical malpractice, police civil rights litigation, and inmate claims. The attorney in this position will engage in regular client communications, discovery, depositions, motions practice, and trials. The position involves appearances in both state and federal court trials and appellate practice before the Wyoming Supreme Court and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.

This is truly a unique opportunity to work on interesting and meaningful cases in a collegial and supportive environment, that allows for professional growth and a healthy work-life balance.

The State of Wyoming’s total compensation package is excellent and includes:

• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement with employer contributions
• Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
• Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Insurance options for health, dental, life vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disability
• Longevity pay

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres - 307-777-7130, stacy.berres@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• The ability to analyze legal and factual issues and present issues clearly in either written or oral form.
• Conduct extensive legal research and thorough written legal analysis for submission to both trial and appellate courts, including appellate briefs, pleadings, motions, and presenting arguments in court.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Wyoming Attorney General's Office staff and State agency clients.
• Manage the discovery process, including litigating discovery disputes, conducting depositions, attending client meetings, appearing in court, and participating in litigation strategy development and implementation.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants who have litigation experience involving tort claims or civil rights laws. However, anyone interested in litigation and a desire for courtroom and trial experience is encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be provided with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge you need to succeed.

**Please ensure that you attach the following documents when submitting your state application:

• 
  Professional Resume
• References
• Law School Transcript
• Recent writing sample

**Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only complete and accurate applications will be reviewed for this position.

KNOWLEDGE:

Preferred but not essential areas of knowledge or experience include:

• Knowledge of and/or experience with substantive aspects of governmental claims act statutes, constitutional law, and federal civil rights statutes.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with state and federal rules of civil procedure.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in prosecuting or defending governmental claims and/or civil rights litigation in state or federal courts.
• Knowledge of and/or understanding of administrative law, the promulgation of administrative rules and regulations, and litigating contested case matters before administrative agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Juris Doctorate

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

• 
  FLSA: Exempt
• Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation
• This position is at-will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General (W.S. 0-1-608)
• Beginning salary will be commensurate with relevant legal experience

Supplemental Information

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State employees a very generous benefits package. Please click here for more information on the State of Wyoming employee benefits*.