Assistant Attorney General - Tort Litigation Unit

Assistant Attorney General - Tort Litigation Unit Print ( Apply ufeff Assistant Attorney General - Tort Litigation Unit Salary $88,197.00 - $136,558.00 Annually Location Denver, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number LAA-09601-04/2026 Department Department of Law Division Civil Litigation & Employment Law Opening Date 04/15/2026 Closing Date 4/29/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1300 Broadway, Denver CO 80203 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Vanessa Rhea: Type of Announcement This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General The Tort Litigation Unit in the Civil Litigation and Employment Section of the Colorado Attorney Generalu2019s Office seeks an experienced, driven litigator to join our high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to take a critical, lead role defending state agencies, institutions of higher education, and state employees in tort/personal injury, civil rights, and employment lawsuits, from inception through appeal. Our team handles impactful and often high-profile matters that shape public policy and protect the work of state government. We are looking for a confident, strategic attorney who brings strong courtroom experience, sound judgment, and a passion for public service. Equally important, we value engagement and teamwork. We strive for collaboration and take pride in delivering excellent results while maintaining a positive, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is an experienced litigator who is energized by tackling challenging legal issues alongside talented colleagues. WHO WE ARE The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the u201cPeopleu2019s Lawyer.u201d The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the Stateu2019s chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: u201cTogether, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all.u201d Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Learn more about the Colorado Attorney Generalu2019s Office here ( . Description of Job WHAT YOU WILL DO TheTort Litigation Unithandles tort, civil rights, and employment claims against the State of Colorado and its employees. Our attorneys represent Coloradou2019s Office of Risk Management, state agencies, institutions of higher education, and employees sued in state and federal court. We defend tort claims and also claims brought under such statutes as the Colorado Enhance Law Enforcement Integrity Act, C.R.S. u00a7 13-21-131, and 42 U.S.C. u00a7 1983, as well as a wide range of employment laws. Beyond litigation, our team partners closely with clients to proactively manage risk. We provide practical legal advice and investigative support to help prevent claims and mitigate exposure in areas involving personal injury, civil rights, and employment matters. Attorneys in this role: + Lead the defense of often high-profile cases involving civil rights, personal injury claims, and employment law, including constitutional issues in federal and state court; + Manage a full litigation docket, from early case assessment and dispositive motions through discovery, engagement of experts, trial, and appeal. We brief and argue appeals before the Colorado Court of Appeals, the Colorado Supreme Court, and the U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals; + Serve as a trusted advisor to the State Office of Risk Management, state agencies, and institutions of higher education, on litigation risk and strategy; + Collaborate with a talented, mission-driven group of litigators and general counsel across the Attorney Generalu2019s Office to deliver exceptional representation and results. This recruitment may be used to fill more than one Assistant Attorney General position within the Civil Litigation and Employment Law Section at Department of Law. Salary note: The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). Effective July 1, 2025, the salary range for an AAG I is $88,197-$117,964/annually. Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney may be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). Effective July 1, 2025, the AAG II salary range is $102,099 - $136,558/annually. Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Qualified applicants must be admitted to the Colorado bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. We seek a skilled, team-oriented litigator who is comfortable leading cases independently as they collaborate with colleagues and clients. The ideal candidate brings strong interpersonal skills; thrives on a collaborative and friendly work environment; and is a proven high performer. The strongest candidates will have: + At least three years of meaningful civil litigation experience in state and/or federal court, with a demonstrated ability to manage cases and move them forward; + Experience with, or a strong interest in developing expertise in, government-specific defenses, including the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, Eleventh Amendment immunity, qualified immunity, and absolute judicial immunity; + Experience handling, or a strong interest in developing expertise in employment-related claims, including discrimination, retaliation, and related workplace issues; + A strategic mindset, with the ability to develop and execute effective litigation strategies in complex cases; and + A commitment to public service and to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in both client representation and workplace culture. 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Created: 2026-04-27