Deputy Attorney General II-V - Office of Impact Litigation Fraud & Consumer Protection Division

Introduction

Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State.
Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion.
The Office of Impact Litigation plays a critical role in advancing the Attorney General’s policy priorities through litigation and advocacy. It handles a broad array of matters, including federal accountability litigation, amicus brief and comment letter work, and environmental litigation.

The Delaware Department of Justice is looking for a highly motivated and experienced litigator to serve as a Deputy Attorney General in the Office of Impact Litigation, part of the Fraud & Consumer Protection Division. This is a significant opportunity to do complex and high‑impact legal work in areas of immediate local and national importance.
This position reports directly to the Director of the Office of Impact Litigation and will represent the Attorney General and the State in a broad range of impact litigation and investigative matters aligned with the Attorney General’s policy priorities. The role will pursue affirmative litigation across a wide range of subject areas, collaborate with multi‑state partners, and contribute to the development of amicus briefs, rule making comments, and other advocacy efforts that shape law and policy at the state and national level.

Areas of focus may include federal accountability, federal rule making, constitutional rights, environmental protection, firearms safety, healthcare, immigration, labor protections, and oversight of Delaware’s charitable entities.
Telework may be available for up to three days per week. Initial application review date:
June 19, 2026.

• Pay Grade 14 DAG II: $92,259/min – $96,760/max
• Pay Grade 16 DAG III: $101,898/min – $106,468/max
• Pay Grade 18 DAG IV: $112,031/min – $119,317/max
• Pay Grade 20 DAG V: $125,885/min – $135,154/max

The Deputy Attorney General will handle affirmative litigation and investigations in support of the Attorney General’s policy objectives, including multi‑state and in‑state matters involving federal accountability, constitutional rights, environmental protection, firearms safety, healthcare, immigration, employee labor protections, and oversight of Delaware’s charitable entities. The role may include leading or supporting investigations that could lead to future impact litigation efforts.
In addition, the Deputy Attorney General may assist with the development and review of amicus briefs, rule making comments, and position letters on non‑criminal matters. This includes working closely with other Deputy Attorneys General and a paralegal to track incoming materials, conduct legal research, and prepare recommendations for the Attorney General’s consideration. The Deputy Attorney General may also participate in drafting original briefs, comments, or letters to reflect and implement the Attorney General’s policy goals.
The position may also include work related to the Attorney General’s charter revocation authority, requiring coordination with the federal Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) and the Delaware Division of Corporations. Other duties may be assigned by the Director of the Office of Impact Litigation as needed.

Candidates must have exceptional organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and a proven track record of meeting deadlines. A minimum of four years of legal practice experience and a solid understanding of complex civil litigation are required. The strongest candidates will have at least ten years of experience handling complex litigation in both federal and state courts, along with excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
We seek an individual who demonstrates a strong commitment to…