Assistant Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section

Commonwealth of Virginia
Richmond
Full-time

Job Duties

This individual will analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of the Virginia Consumer Protection Act, the Virginia Solicitation of Contributions law, and other state and federal consumer protection statutes.

In addition, the individual will have secondary responsibility for analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting violations of state and federal consumer lending statutes and antitrust laws as needed.

Must have excellent writing skills and be prepared to appear in the appropriate state or federal court in actions filed against alleged violators.

Will also provide legal advice to the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs, assist in drafting official opinions, review proposed legislation, and work with counterparts in other states and federal agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage complex enforcement cases; well-developed oral and written communication skills;

and the ability to interact effectively with state / federal government officials, a diverse workforce, and the general public.

  • Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 to 5 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts, concentrating on consumer protection or charitable solicitation matters.
  • Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar.

Additional Considerations

N / A

Special Instructions

Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website () to submit your application. Applications sent to the Help Personnel email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process.

We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead, please login to the PageUp / RMS system for updates on your application's status.

Contact Information

Name : Human Resources

Phone : 804-786-2071

Email : a.us

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

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