Assistant Attorney General
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Attorney General - Agency
11 Location: Statewide, NE Hiring Rate: $0.000 Job Posting:
JR2026-00023338 Assistant Attorney General (Open) Applications No
Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open
until closed): 04-30-2026 Job Description: The Nebraska Attorney
General’s Office is currently seeking applicants for the position
of Assistant Attorney General (“AAG”) in the Office’s Civil
Litigation Bureau. The Nebraska Department of Justice is one of the
strongest public interest law offices in the country, responsible
for high-impact civil litigation at the cutting edge of state and
federal law. Attorneys in our office do meaningful work, take on
real responsibility for their own cases, and litigate matters that
shape Nebraska’s institutions, protect the public and the public
fisc, and defend the rule of law. This is an exceptional
opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a collaborative
team and represent the State of Nebraska in both state and federal
courts, with potential opportunities for appellate practice. The
Nebraska Department of Justice is dedicated to assuring equal
employment opportunity to applicants and employees in all aspects
of personnel administration without regard to political
affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital
status, mental or physical disability, or religious creed, and with
proper regard for their privacy and constitutional rights. Veterans
preference applicable. Please email a cover letter, résumé, and
writing sample to: Nebraska Attorney General’s Office Email:
ago.recruiting@nebraska.gov Website: ago.nebraska.gov/jobs
Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Graduation
from an ABA-accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in
Nebraska, or clear ability to be licensed in Nebraska by motion.
Minimum of three years of litigation experience in a private law
firm or government agency, which may include service as a judicial
law clerk. Litigation experience must include motions practice,
depositions, and state or federal court hearings. Excellent legal
writing skills and strong professional judgment. Demonstrated work
ethic, initiative, and commitment to public service. Preferred
Qualifications: Five or more years of general civil litigation and
courtroom experience. Employment law experience. Significant
courtroom experience and subject matter depth in at least two of
the practice areas noted above. Judicial clerkship experience.
Other: Some travel required. A criminal history and abuse
background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
Salary commensurate with comparable state agency positions and
candidate experience. Comprehensive benefits package Examples of
Work Performed Serve as trial counsel for the State of Nebraska in
civil litigation matters in state and federal district courts, with
potential appellate involvement. Handle complex litigation from
initiation through resolution, including investigation, discovery,
depositions, motions practice, hearings, and trial. Draft
persuasive pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda on significant
legal and constitutional issues. Provide strategic legal counsel to
state agencies, officials, and employees on matters of statewide
importance. Work in a highly collaborative environment with
attorneys across the Department of Justice, including opportunities
to partner with the Consumer Protection Bureau, Solicitor General’s
Office, Criminal Bureau, and Legal Services Bureau on complex,
high-profile matters. Contribute to an office culture that values
excellence, professionalism, and public service at the highest
level. Practice Areas This position offers experience across a wide
range of cutting-edge civil litigation, including: Employment and
labor litigation Election law and government accountability matters
Contract disputes Section 1983 Constitutional challenges Tort
litigation Administrative Procedure Act (APA) claims If you're
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You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page:
https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive
package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and
professional development opportunities to help you get the most out
of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total
compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to
offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and
employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit:
https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.htmlbenefits Equal Opportunity
Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a
supportive environment that strives to promote diversity,
inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in
all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race,
color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital
status or genetics.
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