Assistant Attorney General – Major Case Litigation; HHS Division

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird seeks applicants for an Assistant Attorney General – Major Case Litigation position in the Health and Human Services Division of her office.

This attorney will serve as lead counsel in major litigation on behalf of the State of Iowa in both state and federal courts. The work includes handling complex legal matters involving constitutional challenges, federal statutory claims, and high-stakes cases surrounding Medicaid, mental health, child welfare, and the Civil Commitment Unit for Sex Offenders (CCUSO).

The position requires substantial litigation experience, outstanding research and writing skills, and the ability to manage and lead all aspects of trial practice. While the attorney will be part of a collaborative team, this role carries the expectation of serving as first-chair trial counsel in significant cases.

• Demonstrated courtroom and trial leadership experience in both State and Federal Courts.
• Strong research, writing, and oral‑advocacy skills.
• The ability to handle complex litigation independently while working within a team environment.
• A license to practice law in Iowa.

This position offers a unique opportunity to litigate challenging and impactful cases on behalf of the State of Iowa.

In addition to a collegial environment among those committed to public service, perks of working for the Office of the Attorney General include flexible work‑from‑home options, excellent work‑life balance, outstanding benefits, and no billable hour requirements.

Annual salary ranges from $62,337.60 – $, depending on experience.

The State of Iowa participates in E‑Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E‑Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

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Graduation from an accredited school of law.

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