consumer protection attorney

Office of the Attorney General

<div><div><b>OAG - Consumer Protection | Assistant Attorney General V | 26-0090</b> <b>(</b><b>00053769</b><b>)</b><div>
</div><b>
Organization</b><b>:</b> OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Texas-Dallas<div>
</div><b>
Work Locations</b><b>:</b> CPD - Dallas 12221 Merit Dr Suite 650 Dallas 75251<div>
</div><b>
Other Locations</b><b>:</b> Texas-Austin, Texas-San Antonio<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Job</b><b>:</b> Legal<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Employee Status</b><b>:</b> Regular<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Schedule</b><b>:</b> Full-time<div>
</div><b>
Standard Hours Per Week</b><b>:</b> 40.00<div>
</div></div><div><b>
State Job Code</b><b>:</b> 3514<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Salary Admin Plan</b><b>:</b> B<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Grade</b><b>:</b> 30<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Salary (Pay Basis)</b><b>:</b> 13,338.34 - 13,338.34 (Monthly)<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Number of Openings</b><b>:</b> 1<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Overtime Status</b><b>:</b> Exempt<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Oct 22, 2025, 11:16:02 AM<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Closing Date</b>: Ongoing<div>
</div></div><div><b>
Description</b><div></div><p><b><br>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION</b><br>
The Consumer Protection Division seeks a licensed attorney for a highly competitive position on its Special Enforcement Team and will be based in Dallas, Austin or San Antonio. Work involves planning and coordinating investigations into high-profile matters, including issuing Civil Investigative Demands, taking pre-suit depositions of well-represented opponents, and navigating privilege and other defenses asserted as part of these investigations. This candidate will also be comfortable driving fast-paced investigations and litigations with news-worthy implications and is comfortable handling court appearances, engaging in motion practice, and zealous litigating issues on behalf of the State.</p><p>
The Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General of Texas, an agency of the State of Texas, works to protect Texas consumers and the legitimate business community by investigating breaches of fiduciary duties, fraud and deceptive advertising, filing civil lawsuits to enforce state and federal consumer protection and charitable trust laws, and educating Texans on how to spot and avoid possible scams. The Division has regional offices in Austin, Dallas, El Paso, Houston, and San Antonio. We provide a highly collaborative work environment where lawyers help one another while managing their own dockets as first and second chair from the initial stages of a case through resolution.</p><p>
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State&rsquo;s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. Employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.</p><p><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Provides legal advice, counsel and assistance to clients and management on factual and legal issues</li><li>
Participates in administrative and evidentiary hearings and in the discovery process</li><li>
Performs legal research and investigations; reports findings and conclusions</li><li>
Performs all phases of civil litigation of consumer protection cases including the drafting of legal documents including but not limited to petitions, motions, pleadings, orders, briefs, discovery and memoranda; prepares cases for trial</li><li>
Represents the Office of the Attorney General in civil matters before state or federal district and appellate courts</li><li>
Prepares legal documents, including but not limited to briefs, pleadings, and memoranda; prepares cases for trial</li><li>
Analyzes complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions and other discovery for filing of consumer protection cases</li><li>
Coordinate, plan, and monitor legal and/or administrative activities.</li><li>
Advises management on factual and legal issues</li><li>
Assists in drafting bills and amendments for legislative consideration</li><li>
Provides technical guidance to less tenured staff and may help train others</li><li>
Maintains knowledge of legal principles and practices relevant to Consumer Protection</li><li>
Testifies at hearings, trials, and legislative meetings</li><li>
Maintains a high volume of litigation cases and investigations.</li><li>
Performs related work as assigned</li><li>
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions</li><li>
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule</li><li>
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information</li><li>
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity</li></ul><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><div></div><p><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.</li><li>
Experience: Four years of full-time experience working as a licensed attorney in the following (or closely related) fields: Consumer Protection; Commercial Litigation or Consumer Law.</li><li>
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas</li><li>
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date</li><li>
Knowledge of law and legal principles and practices relevant to the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act; and relevant Consumer Protection Statutes and/or other relevant Health &amp; Safety Code laws and regulations</li><li>
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines</li><li>
Skill in effective oral and written communication</li><li>
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making</li><li>
Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in conducting investigations; in mediation and negotiations; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; in using judgment to identify courses of action; and in the use of a computer and applicable software.</li><li>
Skill in using a computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval</li><li>
Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to train others.</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure and respond to deadlines</li><li>
Ability to supervise the work of others.</li><li>
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback</li><li>
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment</li><li>
Ability to provide excellent customer service</li><li>
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)</li><li>
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel</li><li>
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA</li><li>
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.</li><li>
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%</li></ul><p><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Experience as the First Chair in jury trials involving consumer law.</li></ul><p><b>
TO APPLY</b></p><p>
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at</p><p>
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf</p><p><b>
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b></p></div></div>

OAG - Consumer Protection | Assistant Attorney General V | 26-0090

Solar Cancellation Resource Center

<p><b>Job Overview</b><br/>Overview:</p><p>We are seeking a skilled new client Intake <b>Attorney</b> to join our law firm. This role focuses on speaking to new clients affected by deceptive, abusive, or unfair business practices.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Handle intake welcome calls for firms new clients in cases involving fraud, false advertising, deceptive trade practices, and violations of federal and state consumer protection laws.</li><li>Understanding of or willingness to learn general businesses practice, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Truth In Lending laws, UCC-1 filings, and lien avoidance, encompassing knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code.</li><li>Advise law firms clients about law firms services and their legal rights and remedies under consumer protection statutes.</li><li>Facilitate the signing of attorney client service agreements. (NO Selling involved)</li><li>Maintain detailed records utilizing Law firms CRM including regular case updates.</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.</li><li>Licensed to practice law in any state.</li><li>Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year (DOE)</p><p>Work Location: In person &ndash; Las Vegas, Nevada.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Intake Attorney $85k - $100k per yr.

Bull Axiom

<p><b>About Us:</b></p><p>We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to protecting residential homeowners from deceptive practices by solar sales companies, contractors, and third-party financiers. Our legal team advocates for consumer rights, holds bad actors accountable, and seeks justice for those who have been misled, overcharged, or trapped in predatory home improvement contracts.</p><p><b>Position Overview:</b></p><p>We are seeking a passionate and diligent <b>Associate Attorney</b> to join our legal team. This role is ideal for an attorney interested in consumer protection, fraud litigation, and standing up for everyday homeowners harmed by misleading solar panel sales tactics and home improvement scams.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Assist in the investigation and analysis of homeowner complaints involving fraudulent or deceptive solar panel and home improvement sales.</li><li>Draft legal documents including demand letters, complaints, motions, and discovery requests.</li><li>Conduct legal research related to consumer protection laws, contract law, unfair business practices, and relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., FTC, state consumer statutes).</li><li>Help prepare case files for litigation or settlement negotiations.</li><li>Communicate with clients to gather facts, explain legal options, and provide updates.</li><li>Support senior attorneys in preparing for hearings, mediations, or trials.</li><li>Monitor developments in consumer protection law and renewable energy sales regulations.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.</li><li>Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the Florida Bar.</li><li>0&ndash;2 years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to consumer law, contract disputes, civil litigation, or administrative law.</li><li>Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.</li><li>Commitment to social justice, ethical representation, and advocacy for vulnerable populations.</li><li>Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Familiarity with consumer protection statutes such as the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), state-level deceptive practices acts, or solar energy financing regulations.</li><li>Experience working with low- or moderate-income clients or in public interest law.</li><li>Spanish or other language fluency a plus.</li></ul><p><b>Work Schedule &amp; Compensation:</b></p><ul><li><b>Part-Time:</b> Approx. 10 - 15 hours/week (flexible scheduling available</li><li><b>Location:</b> Remote</li><li><b>Compensation:</b> $43 to $52 per hour</li><li><b>Additional Benefits:</b> Bar dues reimbursement and mission-aligned work in a growing legal advocacy organization.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Part-time</p><p>Pay: $43.00 - $52.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: Remote</p>

Associate Attorney - Florida

Timber Ridge Wood Products

<p>Position: In-House Counsel &ndash; State Regulatory &amp; Consumer Protection Defense</p><p>Location: Comstock Park, MI (On-site / Hybrid Possible)</p><p>Compensation: $100,000&ndash;$160,000+ per year (DOE) + performance incentives</p><p>&#11835;</p><p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking an experienced Michigan-licensed attorney to serve as in-house counsel with a focus on state-level regulatory matters, consumer protection defense, and administrative law.</p><p>This role will lead all communications and negotiations with the Michigan Attorney General&rsquo;s Office, LARA, MIOSHA, and other state agencies, ensuring our companies remain compliant while actively defending against regulatory overreach or enforcement actions.</p><p>You will work directly with ownership on strategy, filings, and defense preparation for pending or potential state actions, and oversee coordination with outside counsel as needed.</p><p>&#11835;</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as the company&rsquo;s point of contact for the Michigan Attorney General&rsquo;s Office and Consumer Protection Division.</li><li>Draft and negotiate Assurance Agreements, consent orders, and settlement frameworks.</li><li>Prepare and respond to civil investigative demands (CIDs), subpoenas, and formal state correspondence.</li><li>Coordinate discovery, document production, and compliance responses.</li><li>Conduct internal reviews to ensure contract language, business practices, and advertising meet Michigan consumer laws.</li><li>Advise ownership and management on risk exposure, compliance updates, and proactive legal strategy.</li><li>Interface with regulatory bodies, insurance companies, and legal partners to maintain alignment and minimize exposure.</li><li>Develop and implement policies to reduce regulatory risk across multiple entities (construction, restoration, and tree service).</li></ul><p>&#11835;</p><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Active license to practice law in Michigan (required).</li><li>7+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:</li><li>Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCPA) enforcement defense</li><li>Administrative or regulatory law (LARA, MIOSHA, or similar agencies)</li><li>Government litigation, investigations, or compliance defense</li><li>Experience negotiating directly with state attorneys or regulatory investigators preferred.</li><li>Strong understanding of Michigan construction, contractor, and consumer laws.</li><li>Excellent written advocacy, negotiation, and strategic communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently in a high-stakes, fast-paced business environment.</li></ul><p>&#11835;</p><p>Why Join Us</p><ul><li>Join a growing, multi-industry organization with 30+ years in operation across construction, restoration, and environmental services.</li><li>Direct access to ownership and decision-makers &mdash; no bureaucracy, just results.</li><li>Opportunity to shape compliance and legal defense strategy across several companies.</li><li>Competitive pay, strong infrastructure, and long-term stability.</li><li>Offices located in Sparta, MI, with flexibility for hybrid work when appropriate.</li></ul><p>&#11835;</p><p>How to Apply</p><p>Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience with Michigan regulatory or AG matters to:</p><p>hiringtrwp@gmail.com</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Law office: 6 years (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>License to Practice Law (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Comstock Park, MI 49321 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

In-House Attorney (State Regulatory & Consumer Protection Defense)

H&P Executive Search

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  New-York
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   The Ideal Candidate would bring:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   3+ PQE
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to Trademark Licensing and Soft IP Law
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Experience: Salary:
  </strong>
  $160,000 - 300,000 fixed per annum, based on experience level
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Our Client:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  We are working with a leading brand acquisition and management firm, acquiring and growing a portfolio of global consumer brands. With a focus on strategic brand investments, they manage world-renowned brands across diverse categories including retail, consumer goods, and lifestyle. As they expand their portfolio and brand footprint, they are looking to strengthen their legal team with an experienced
  <strong>
   Trademark Licensing Attorney
  </strong>
  to oversee the protection and management of IP assets.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Position Overview
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  As a
  <strong>
   Trademark Licensing Attorney
  </strong>
  , you will be responsible for the development, protection, and enforcement of intellectual property rights across the company&rsquo;s portfolio of brands. You will play a key role in managing the company&rsquo;s IP portfolio, providing strategic guidance to senior leadership on
  <strong>
   Licensing
  </strong>
  matters, and ensuring that their brands are protected on a global scale.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  If this interests you, apply or reach me directly: dhill@hpexec.com
 </p>
</div>


Trademark Attorney

Oklahoma Health Care Authority

<div><div>Job Posting Title</div>
Supervisory Agent - Consumer Protection<div></div><div>
Agency</div>
049 ATTORNEY GENERAL<div></div><div>
Supervisory Organization</div>
Office of Attorney General<div></div><div>
Job Posting End Date</div><div>
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.</div><div>
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.</div><div></div><div>
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)</div><div></div><div>
Full/Part-Time</div>
Full time<div></div><div>
Job Type</div>
Regular<div></div><div>
Compensation</div><div></div><div>
Job Description</div><div>
Title: Supervisory Agent</div><div></div><div><br>
Unit: Consumer Protection</div><div></div><div><br>
Salary Range: $85,000 - $107,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications</div><div></div><div><br>
FLSA Status: Exempt</div><div></div><div><br>
Schedule: Full-time</div><div></div><div><br>
Location of Work: Oklahoma City, OK</div><div></div><div><br>
Position Description:</div><div>
Agents of the Oklahoma Attorney Generals (OAG) Office are commissioned state law enforcement officials tasked with investigating violations and alleged violations of criminal and civil Oklahoma state statutes. As the sole state law enforcement entity under the Oklahoma Attorney General, OAG Agents have the unique investigative and prosecutorial advantage in working with, and collaborating with, state OAG prosecutors on a daily basis. As commissioned state law enforcement officials, OAG Agents are automatically enrolled and are designated beneficiaries of the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System (OLERS). To help ensure OAG Agents are capable of fulfilling their responsibilities to the citizens of Oklahoma as state law enforcement officials, OAG Agents are subject to medical and physical fitness evaluations.</div><div></div><div><br>
Vacancy Summary:</div><div>
The current OAG Agent vacancy is for a position in the Consumer Protection Unit (CPU). The CPU is tasked with investigating violations, or alleged violations of civil and criminal statutes involving fraudulent acts that victimize patrons of consumer services. These investigations include but are not limited to: victims of fraud, services not rendered, embezzlement, storm damage services not rendered, and other &ldquo;scams&rdquo; victimizing Oklahoma citizens and consumers. (It should be noted that although this initial vacancy is for the OAG Consumer Protection Unit, the selected individual could be reassigned to another unit within the OAG at any time.)</div><div></div><div><br>
Essential Functions:</div><ul><li> Supervise, direct, and review the work of a team of other agents</li><li> Develop and investigate cases</li><li> Communicate and collaborate with other Agents, Supervisory Agent, and prosecutors</li><li> Interview witnesses, victims, and suspects, and then document findings</li><li> Effectively and professionally research, prepare, analyze and understand complex information and legal issues.</li><li> Maintain the integrity of the Attorney General&rsquo;s Office as well as the confidentiality of information as required by the Attorney General.</li><li> Ability to provide sound judgment, as well as exhibit excellent report writing skills</li><li> Prepare and provide testimony in courtroom settings</li><li> Execute search and arrest warrants</li><li> Maintain safety protocol for the Office of Attorney General</li><li> The ability to perform all the physical demands as described below</li><li> Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Required Qualifications:</div><div>
Qualified individuals must:</div><ul><li> Be a CLEET certified peace officer in Oklahoma, or eligible to become a CLEET certified peace officer through reciprocity or successfully meeting and completing the standards and requirements of the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) to become a certified peace officer in Oklahoma. (Which may include the successful admission and completion of the CLEET Academy)</li><li> Possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Preference will be given to individuals with:</div><ul><li> A Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li><li> At least four years of investigative experience</li><li> Accounting Experience</li><li> Experience with complex financial matters</li><li> Experience investigating financial crimes</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
All applicants must agree in writing to complete, and satisfactorily pass, a background investigation.</div><div></div><div><br>
Physical Demands:</div><div>
Incumbents in this position will be required to take and pass a medical physical examination and a rigorous physical fitness evaluation. The physical fitness evaluation incudes, but may not be limited to: push-ups, sit-ups, 300 meter sprint, and a mile and one-half run. As a state law enforcement official, this position regularly requires effective utilization of all extremities, the ability to operate vehicles, objects or controls, and reach or extend hands and arms. OAG Agents are expected to communicate effectively orally and adequately hear within the context of interview, interrogation, and court room settings. Agents are required to be able stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and lift 50 pounds. As a state law enforcement official, OAG Agents are expected to work effectively in different types of environmental settings to include but not limited to: offices, outdoors, and extreme or hazardous weather conditions.</div><div></div><div><br>
Mental Demands:</div><div>
While performing the duties of this position, the employee must be able to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; interpret policies and procedures; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with some interruptions; and interact with OAG staff, other organizations; and interact with suspects, victims, other law enforcement officers, Court officials, and the general public. The incumbent will be required to take and pass a preliminary psychological assessment (MMPI).</div><div></div><div><br>
Work Environment:</div><div>
As a state law enforcement official, OAG Agents are expected to work effectively in different types of environmental settings to include but not limited to: offices, outdoors, vehicles, and extreme or hazardous weather conditions. The incumbent needs to have the ability to operate in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position frequently calls for the incumbent to work outdoors, and within their vehicle for long hours during all seasons. The incumbent must have the flexibility to work non-traditional work hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays when needed.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Oklahoma Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, sex/gender, color, age, national origin, genetic information, religion, or disability, so long as the disability does not render the person unable to perform the essential functions of the position for which employed with a reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodations are needed to apply for this position, please contact OAG Human Resources at (405) 521-3921 or HR@oag.ok.gov. All employees of the Oklahoma Office of the Attorney General are &ldquo;at will&rdquo; employees.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Opportunity Employment</div><div>
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.</div><div></div><div>
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday <div>Jobs Hub</div>.</div><div>
If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:</div><div></div><div><div>
Agency Contact</div></div></div>

Supervisory Agent - Consumer Protection

State of Washington

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at </b>HREmployment@atg.wa.gov<b>. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or </b><b>www.washingtonrelay.com</b><b>.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Position and Salary</b><b>:</b></p><p><br>
The Attorney General&rsquo;s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time <b>Paralegal 2</b> in the Consumer Protection Division. This position is located in Seattle, Washington and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).</p><p>
Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range: $61,644 - $82,872</p><p>
The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate&rsquo;s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</p><p>
The following stipends may apply based on position requirements:</p><ul><li><b>
Note</b>: Effective July 1, 2025, Paralegal 2s assigned to work within King County receive Group C Assignment Pay in addition to their base pay. The Group C pay percentage received at this classification is a limited premium and applies at the Paralegal 2 classification.<ul><li>
King County Paralegal 2s &ndash; 5% Group C Assignment Pay</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>
Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.</li><li>
Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.</li></ul>
The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities.<p><b>
Excellent benefits:</b><br>
<br>
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees &amp; dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more. With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer:</p><ul><li>
Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options.</li><li>
A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources.</li><li>
Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference!</li></ul><p><b>
About the Consumer Protection Division:</b></p><p>
The Consumer Protection Division (CP) is composed of attorneys and professional staff. The division enforces the Consumer Protection Act (RCW 19.86) and other statutes to help keep the Washington marketplace free of unfair and deceptive practices. The division investigates and files legal actions to stop unfair and deceptive practices, recovers refunds for consumers, seeks penalties against offending entities, and recovers costs and fees to ensure that wrongdoers pay for their actions. Division staff participate in the many legislative initiatives that affect consumer protection each year. The Consumer Protection Division also includes public service programs including the Consumer Resource Center and administers the Washington State Lemon Law Program and the Manufactured Housing Dispute Resolution Program.</p><p>
Professional staff can expect to participate in high-profile consumer protection litigation such as the State v. Navient (student lending), State v. Providence (charity care violations), State v. Google (unlawful privacy practices), State v. Chuck&rsquo;s Towing (failure to comply with Servicemembers&rsquo; Civil Relief Act), State v. CA Certificate Services (government imposter), State v. Federal Way Discount Guns (unlawful sale of large capacity magazines), State v.Puppyland (predatory lending), State v. CLA Estate Services,Inc., et al. (financial exploitation of seniors), and State v.LuLaRoe (misrepresentations regarding profitability).</p><p><b>
Duties and Essential Functions of a Paralegal 2 &ndash; Supervisor:</b><br>
<b> </b>In support of the Mission and Values of the Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division, the primary purpose of this position is to supervise legal support staff and to perform expert level legal support to CP Division AAGs enforcing the Consumer Protection Act.</p><p>
Professional staff in the Consumer Protection Division are valued members of litigation teams. Their input is critical to case management and strategy. The division is a collaborative environment where individuals&rsquo; contributions are equally valued. If you are offered this position, you can expect to be an active participant in case planning and provide valuable input when big decisions are being made.</p><p>
The Division&rsquo;s management strives to find engaging, interesting, and fulfilling work that is well suited to the experience level and interests of the individual staff members. The Division does a good job of balancing the staffing needs of the various investigations and cases with finding teams that work well together and foster a collaborative work environment. The Division&rsquo;s management also makes professional growth a priority. Professional staff are encouraged to take on more responsibility as their careers progress, and training, leadership, and professional development are all opportunities this position will provide.</p><p>
If you enjoy helping people reach their full potential and career goals and being a part of a collaborative team environment, this position is for you! This position would lead a team of legal assistants and paralegals and would include supervising, training, and coaching legal professional staff in the performance of all assignments, projects and job duties. The division will tap into your experience and training to ensure quality, timeliness, and continuous process improvements of litigation support services by monitoring workload of direct reports. You will act as a resource to division staff for questions and concerns regarding legal support services, assignments, and litigation support systems used by the division or office. Your organizational skills will be necessary to resolve workload overflow and conflicts using your knowledge of legal support staff assignments by determining workload distribution of the team.</p><p>
While this is a leadership position, paralegal duties will be a critical part of the work assigned. You will provide support to division attorneys, including scheduling and coordinating their litigation activities. You will review legal documents for proper formatting and ensure court rules have been followed. You will draft and prepare pleadings, discovery, and case information at attorneys&rsquo; request. You will initiate correspondence and pleadings for attorneys&rsquo; signatures, and proofread, format, and finalize letters, memos, reports, and pleadings. As matters approach trial, you will be a critical part of the team, providing trial support on CP enforcement cases, compiling exhibits/attachments, maintaining service lists, and ensuring that legal documents are prepared and processed to meet legal requirements and all filing deadlines. You will also maintain physical and electronic files, including electronic calendars, and keep attorneys and other paralegals informed of upcoming deadlines (status reports, discovery deadlines, brief filing deadlines, hearings, etc.).</p><p>
This position will be well suited to candidates who prefer diversity in their daily work. There is a long list of ways that you will contribute to the Division in addition to litigation related tasks. Your leadership skills will be particularly important to your success in this position. You will develop and monitor staff performance to prepare for promotional opportunities, improve their performance, and help them gain knowledge and skill in their individual roles. You will provide ongoing training to new and existing staff and provide new staff with orientation. You will also participate in agency performance management program by conducting quarterly check-ins and annual performance evaluations of direct report staff. Additionally, you will oversee administrative tasks, like approving leave and work schedules in alignment with agency and division policies and procedures for employees under direct supervision.</p><p>
Your years of experience will be an essential resource for the division as you assist in developing policies and procedures and review and update office manuals to maximize the efficiency and operations of Division legal support services. In conjunction with Division support supervisors, attorney team leads and management, you will also develop and implement policies and procedures for the division.</p><p>
Your interpersonal skills will be important as you participate in, lead and facilitate meetings, committees and working groups. You will consult and coordinate with the Litigation Support Manager (LSM) to plan, lead, organize, and regulate the work performed by legal professional staff as well as the development of training plans, continued compliance with AGO and Division policies and procedures and make recommendations to develop or improve systems and procedures to ensure effective and efficient workload management and methods.</p><p>
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.</p><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><p><i>
Research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate your combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated using an intentional equity lens.</i></p><p>
Combination of <b>four</b> years of experience* through:</p><ul><li>
Paralegal certification</li><li>
Two-year paralegal degree</li><li>
Paralegal plus (or nine-month paralegal, post BA) certification,</li></ul><p>
and/or</p><ul><li>
Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney</li></ul><p>
OR</p><ul><li><b>
One</b> year experience as a Paralegal 1 in Washington State Service.</li></ul><p>
Examples of paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney:</p><ul><li>
Preparing legal pleadings and legal correspondence</li><li>
Ensuring and verifying timely and proper service of legal documents</li><li>
Calculating, verifying, and calendaring critical events and other dates</li><li>
Managing case documents, files and exhibits</li><li>
Tracking and organizing discovery documents</li><li>
Researching legal issues and verifying legal citations and references for accuracy</li></ul><p><b>
About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General</b><br>
<br>
The Attorney General&rsquo;s Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes:</p><ul><li>
Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)</li><li>
Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)</li><li>
Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)</li><li>
And much more!</li></ul><p>
Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state&rsquo;s interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here.</p><p><b>
Commitment to Diversity:</b></p><p>
Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.<br>
<br>
One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for <b>Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's </b>&quot;Outstanding Agency Award&quot; in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.</p><p><b>
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:</b></p><p>
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:</p><ul><li>
A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;</li><li>
A current resume detailing experience and education.</li></ul><p><b>
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:</b></p><ul><li>
Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.</li><li>
You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.</li><li>
The initial screening of applications will be <b><i>solely</i></b> based on the contents and completeness of the &ldquo;work experience&rdquo; and &ldquo;education&rdquo; sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.</li><li><b>
A resume will not substitute for completing the &ldquo;work experience&rdquo; section of the application.</b></li><li>
All information may be verified and documentation may be required.</li><li>
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.</li></ul><p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests</b></p><p>
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.</p><p>
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation 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 <b>contact the recruitment team at </b>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.</p><p>
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please <b>contact the recruitment team at </b>HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.</p><p>
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.</p></div></div></div><p></p>

Supervising Paralegal 2, Consumer Protection Division, Seattle

Search 7638+ Consumer protection attorney jobs near you this October. New roles added regularly across leading industries. Apply today.