Assistant Solicitor General

Assistant Solicitor General (Open)

Hiring Agency: Attorney General - Agency 11

Location: Statewide, NE

Hiring Rate: $0.000

Job Posting: JR

Applications No Longer Accepted On: 04-30-2026

The Nebraska Department of Justice is currently seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Solicitor General in the Office of the Solicitor General. This unique role affords bright and motivated attorneys the opportunity to serve the public, brief and argue cases before the Nebraska Supreme Court and federal courts of appeals, and write merits and amicus briefs before the United States Supreme Court.

The Office of the Solicitor General frequently represents the State, its officers, and agencies in cases presenting high‑profile or high‑stakes questions. The Office of the Solicitor General also provides legal advice to the Attorney General, drafts formal opinions of the Attorney General, and advises on the State’s participation in multi‑state litigation. In addition to fulfilling these duties, the Assistant Solicitor General will also research and propose ideas for affirmative litigation to advance the State’s interests.

The successful candidate will have excellent legal writing skills and legal judgment, and must also be able to efficiently research and analyze complex legal problems. Some travel may be required. Applicant accepting a job offer must pass a background check.

Please email a cover letter, resume, and one or two writing samples to Nebraska Attorney General’s Office at AGO.recruiting
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• Graduation from an ABA‑accredited law school
• License to practice law in Nebraska or willingness to become licensed in Nebraska. For more information on admission by motion in Nebraska, visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-motion
• At least one year of experience in practice or as a judicial clerk
• Excellent legal writing skills

• Judicial clerkship experience

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Remote work may be possible

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.

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