​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Office of the ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​West Virginia Attorney General is seeking qualified individuals to help ensure that the State of West Virginia, State agencies, and other entities receive top-flight legal advice and representation. As the State's law firm, the Office of the Attorney General has a duty to the people of West Virginia to meet the highest professional standards, maintain a commitment to excellence, and zealously serve the public. 

Significantly, the success of our Office depends primarily on the dedication and talents of every person who works here. As such, the Attorney General is committed to finding, developing, and retaining the best people. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work and seek to make West Virginia better, join us so that we can build the best law firm in the State.

To apply for any of the positions listed below, please submit a brief cover letter, your resume, salary requirements, a list of references, and any other information you believe would allow our Office to evaluate your application to the following email address: jobs@wvago.gov

All employees of the Office of the Attorney General have access to great benefits, including health insurance and retirement benefits. Unless otherwise specified, all listed positions are in Charleston, West Virginia, and are open until filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The Office of the Attorney General is an equal-opportunity employer.

Receptionist: The Office of the WV Attorney General seeks a highly organized, reliable receptionist. The receptionist is the first-line contact for the office, whether on the telephone or in person. Candidates must be professional, punctual, and highly dependable. Duties will include managing phone lines, greeting office visitors, handling mail/faxes, managing office supplies, and other duties as assigned. Prior experience as a receptionist preferred, as well as administrative office experience.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Receptionist" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General – Department of Human Services Division- Bureau for Medical Services: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a full-time attorney to represent state agencies in our Department of Human Services Division. Candidates will primarily be responsible for litigating matters in federal, state and administrative courts involving the Bureau for Medical Services. Additional work may include researching and drafting briefs, writs, and motions before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and Intermediate Court of Appeals. Additional work may be assigned to this attorney as needed. Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required to be successful in this position. The position is in Charleston, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible.

Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission. Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "HHS" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General – Health and Human Services Division: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a full-time attorney to represent state agencies in our Health and Human Services Division. Candidates will primarily be responsible for litigating matters in federal, state and administrative courts. Additional work may include researching and drafting briefs, writs, and motions before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and Intermediate Court of Appeals.. Additional work may be assigned to this attorney as needed. Strong written and oral advocacy skills are required to be successful in this position. The position is located in Charleston, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible.

Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.

Please send your resume and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "DHHR" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General-DHS Appellate: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking an attorney to represent the WV Department of Health Services in juvenile abuse and neglect matters before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals. Attorneys in this division manage a fast-moving appeals docket—researching and drafting merits briefs, writs, and motions in the WVSCA. Attorneys also have the opportunity to present oral argument before the Court. Attorneys in this division have significant responsibility over their individual dockets. Successful applicants will be strong researchers, clear and organized writers, and be detail-oriented (able to manage litigation deadlines and complex case records). This division is also highly collaborative; with attorneys editing each other’s work and assisting with case strategy and argument preparation. The position is located in Charleston, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible. Prior abuse and neglect and/or appellate litigation practice is preferred. Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, list of references, and writing sample to jobs@wvago.gov with "DHS Appellate"
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Summer Law Clerk: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is hiring law clerks for Summer 2025, including one position dedicated to the Solicitor General group, and multiple positions which will have the opportunity to rotate among various divisions within the Office and gain exposure to many practice areas. Divisions include Civil Rights; Consumer Protection & Antitrust; Criminal Appellate; Education, Arts, State Agencies & Boards; General Counsel; Health and Human Resources; Medicaid Fraud Control; and Tax & Revenue. Once accepted, rotating clerks will express their preference regarding which divisions they will be assigned for rotations. All rotating clerks will have the opportunity to serve a rotation in the Criminal Appellate division, where they will fully prepare and draft an appellate brief under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Past clerks have had the opportunity to work on a variety of cutting-edge issues, including matters in the Supreme Court of the United States. All clerks will live and work in Charleston, West Virginia. The clerkship is compensated and will run for approximately 12 weeks; starting and ending dates are flexible.

If you are interested, please submit a resume, writing sample, law school transcript, and undergraduate transcript (for 1Ls only) to jobs@wvago.gov with "Summer Law Clerk" in the subject line. Priority consideration is given to submissions received by March 15, 2025.
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Criminal Appellate Legal Secretary: The Office of the West Virginia Attorney General seeks a highly organized, reliable legal secretary to assist with the daily operations of the Criminal Appellate division. The Criminal Appellate Division handles state and federal criminal appeals in the state supreme court and federal courts. Experience in a legal office setting is helpful but not required; a successful candidate will be willing to ask questions and otherwise familiarize themselves with the division's processes and needs. Duties include managing incoming calls, coordinating with clerks' offices, processing mail, opening and managing case files (including calendaring deadlines and managing often large case records), assisting with case filings, scanning/saving documents into a database, typing letters and interoffice correspondence, managing office supplies, and other duties as assigned. Ideal candidates will have administrative office experience, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and data entry, and will be dependable, proactive, and able to multitask.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Criminal Appellate Legal Secretary" in the subject line.
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Principal Deputy Solicitor General: The West Virginia Attorney General's Office is accepting applications from attorneys interested in serving as the Principal Deputy Solicitor General.

The SG group’s appellate-heavy docket includes civil and criminal matters and spans all practice areas across the Office. The group also works on statewide and national cases involving federalism, matters of first impression, and other significant issues for the State.

SG group attorneys practice at all levels in state and federal courts, including before the U.S. Supreme Court. And as members of a small team, all SG group attorneys contribute at highly substantive levels and can expect significant appellate, administrative, and general litigation experience.

Reporting directly to the Solicitor General, the Principal Deputy Solicitor General performs a leadership function within the division. Among other things, the Principal Deputy independently manages a docket of his or her own cases, assumes substantial editing responsibility over many cases within the division, and works closely with the Solicitor General on matters of special importance (including U.S. Supreme Court cases). Further, the Principal Deputy will draft appellate briefs, dispositive motions, and administrative comments; write Attorney General Opinions; and research and analyze other issues of importance to the Attorney General and other constitutional officers. The Principal Deputy also traditionally coordinates the division’s multistate litigation efforts. Lastly, the Principal Deputy can also expect oral argument opportunities in West Virginia’s intermediate and supreme courts, as well as arguments before federal appellate courts.

At least five years of professional experience and excellent writing skills are required. A clerkship or prior experience in appellate or administrative litigation is particularly beneficial. Experience supervising, mentoring, and the professional development of junior attorneys is also a plus. Must be eligible for admission to the West Virginia bar or have an active state bar license.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@wvago.gov with "Principal Deputy Solicitor General" in the subject line.
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Assistant Solicitor General: The West Virginia Attorney General's Office is accepting applications from attorneys interested in serving as an Assistant Solicitor General.

The SG group’s appellate-heavy docket includes civil and criminal matters and spans all practice areas across the Office. The group also works on statewide and national cases involving federalism, matters of first impression, and other significant issues for the State.

SG group attorneys practice at all levels in state and federal courts, including before the U.S. Supreme Court. And as members of a small team, all SG group attorneys contribute at highly substantive levels and can expect significant appellate, administrative, and general litigation experience.

Assistant Solicitors General draft appellate briefs, dispositive motions, and administrative comments; write Attorney General Opinions; and research and analyze other issues of importance to the Attorney General and other constitutional officers. They can also expect oral argument opportunities in West Virginia’s intermediate and supreme courts.

At least two years of professional experience and excellent writing skills are required. A clerkship or prior experience in appellate or administrative litigation is particularly beneficial. Must be eligible for admission to the West Virginia bar or have an active state bar license.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@wvago.gov with "Assistant Solicitor General" in the subject line.
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A. Bolton Caldwell Fellowship – Solicitor General Division: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office welcomes applications from recent and soon-to-be law school graduates (graduation years 2022-2025) for a fellowship in the Solicitor General’s group.

About the Solicitor General Group

West Virginia’s Solicitor General group focuses heavily on national matters involving constitutional law, statutory interpretation, administrative overreach, and other significant issues for the State. In recent years, for example, the group has won a 6-3 victory checking a federal agency’s overreach in a landmark case before the Supreme Court (West Virginia v. EPA), obtained a key injunction spanning more than two-dozen States against an oppressive federal regulatory regime (West Virginia v. EPA II), and successfully (and simultaneously) defended the State’s expansive school-choice program (State v. Beaver) and the State’s charter-schools program (Brunett v. Blair).

As the Solicitor General oversees all appeals involving the State of West Virginia and state officers, the group also works closely with lawyers across the entire Office. Its docket spans a variety of subject areas, both civil and criminal. The group practices at all levels in state and federal courts, including before the U.S. Supreme Court. Attorneys take significant responsibility for their matters and contribute at highly substantive levels.

The Caldwell Fellowship Program

The fellowship program is designed for lawyers interested in gaining substantive appellate litigation experience in a practice group focused on federalism and the role of state litigants in state and federal courts. Fellows can thus expect substantial appellate, administrative, and general litigation opportunities as they work with the Attorney General, Solicitor General, and others in the group. Fellows will draft appellate briefs, dispositive motions, and administrative comments; draft Attorney General Opinions; and provide strategic advice on high-profile matters to the Attorney General and other state officers. The fellowship may also involve oral argument opportunities in the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, as well as formal and informal training opportunities.

Fellows will serve one-year or two-year full-time terms based on interest and the Office’s needs. Anticipated start dates are winter 2025 and summer 2025. Salary is competitive with similar programs.

Fellowship positions are based out of scenic Charleston. Charleston is rich in historic architecture, an eclectic music scene, bountiful shopping, unique dining, and four seasons of changing mountain landscape. The capital city serves as the gateway to all that is wild and wonderful in the Mountain State, including snow skiing, world-class zip-line canopy tours, whitewater rafting, ATV trails, golfing, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, mountain biking, canoeing, and kayaking.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree by the time they start their fellowship. Excellent research and writing skills are required. Although we encourage all interested candidates to apply, we are especially excited to see applicants with:

• Federal or state clerkship experience;
• Substantive experience in appellate or administrative law, whether in public or private practice;
• Excellent law school grades;
• Membership on a law review or journal; or
• Participation in moot court, mock trial, or similar law school advocacy programs.

Application Process

Applicants should submit their resume, a writing sample, and a cover letter to jobs@wvago.gov no later than January 15, 2025 for winter start dates and February 28, 2025 for summer start dates. The subject should indicate “Caldwell Fellowship.”

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A. Bolton Caldwell was a true Mountaineer and champion of the rule of law. He served as West Virginia’s first and fifth Attorney General. A graduate of Harvard Law School and former U.S. Attorney, state prosecutor, and West Virginia circuit court judge, Caldwell shepherded the Office of the Attorney General through its earliest years following West Virginia’s creation as a State. Caldwell and his brother are also credited with ensuring that Ohio County remained in the union at the outbreak of the Civil War—making the city of Wheeling a part of West Virginia today.

Data Entry – Consumer Protection The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a has an opening in its Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division to assist the office in protecting West Virginia consumers through voluntary mediation and enforcement of the West Virginia Consumer Protection and Antitrust Act and other related laws. This position requires an individual with strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, as well as data entry programs and document management systems. Experience with database entry required. Responsibilities include sorting and distributing mail and emails, working with documents filed through webpage (download, converting), entering new and updated file information daily, processing and mailing letters; scanning mail, filing, preparing monthly reports in Lawbase, Excel and Outlook, searching databases for information upon request; pulling closed files as needed, tracking and entering bankruptcy and CAFA notices, and other work as requested. This position also provides phone coverage when needed. Must be able to work well with others.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Data Entry" in the subject line.
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Senior Assistant Attorney General - Consumer ProtectionThe West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks a senior management attorney for its Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division. This Division protects West Virginia consumers through enforcement of the WVCCPA, the WV Antitrust Act, and other related laws. Attorneys work with consumers and companies to resolve complaints, conduct investigations of business practices, and file civil suits on behalf of the State for violations of consumer protection or antitrust laws. The office performs a wide range of work, including issues with local and national impact. Attorneys manage their own caseload but will also work collaboratively within the office and on multistate investigations or litigations. The Division has offices in Charleston and Martinsburg.

Requirements for this position include strong written and oral communication skills, electronic discovery knowledge and negotiation experience. Consumer protection and/or antitrust background is a plus, but the office is also interested in candidates with general litigation or prosecutorial background or with other experience that may be relevant to the Consumer and Antitrust areas, including business, technology, healthcare, construction, privacy, and non-profit work. Candidates should have a commitment to public service.

Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission and at least eight (8) years of senior management experience, specifically managing attorneys and staff as well as some day-to-day operations in the office. Successful candidates will have experience handling high-profile, complex, and multi-state litigation. Candidates must have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission. The Senior Attorney’s responsibilities will include some supervisory administrative functions, such as the use of time management software to maintain proper records of employee attendance and leave.

Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Senior Attorney-Consumer" in the subject line.
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Bankruptcy Attorney:The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks an attorney to join the Tax & Revenue, Legislative Claims Commission and Transportation Division. Ideal candidates will have at least three (4) years’ experience in bankruptcy law, preferably on the creditor side.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Provide expert legal counsel and representation to state agency clients seeking to collect judgments, tax liabilities, and other claims from entities that have entered bankruptcy.
• Assist state agency clients in understanding their rights and obligations in bankruptcy proceedings.
• Prepare and file necessary legal documents to preserve priority of state agency claims and liens.
• Represent state agency clients in bankruptcy hearings, negotiations, and court proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with state agency clients, debtors’ counsels, trustees, and other parties involved in bankruptcy cases.
• Stay abreast of changes and developments in bankruptcy law and procedure.

In addition to experience with bankruptcy proceedings, candidates will have litigation experience, demonstrate excellent academic and professional credentials; possess superior oral and written communication skills; have outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; and the ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment.

Candidates must have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission.

Please send your resume, a writing sample and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Bankruptcy Attorney" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General-DHHRThe Office of the West Virginia Attorney General is seeking an attorney to represent the DHHR in juvenile abuse and neglect matters before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals. Attorneys in this division manage a fast-moving appeals docket—researching and drafting merits briefs, writs, and motions in the WVSCA. Attorneys also have the opportunity to present oral argument before the Court. Attorneys in this division have significant responsibility over their individual dockets. Successful applicants will be strong researchers, clear and organized writers, and be detail-oriented (able to manage litigation deadlines and complex case records). This division is also highly collaborative; with attorneys editing each other’s work and assisting with case strategy and argument preparation. The position is located in Charleston, WV; however, other locations in the state will be considered if it is feasible. Prior abuse and neglect and/or appellate litigation practice is preferred. Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, list of references, and writing sample to jobs@wvago.gov with preferred office location and "DHHR Abuse and Neglect Attorney" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Protection: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks one or more attorneys for its Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division. This Division protects West Virginia consumers through enforcement of the WVCCPA, the WV Antitrust Act, and other related laws. Attorneys work with consumers and companies to resolve complaints, conduct investigations of business practices, and file civil suits on behalf of the State for violations of consumer protection or antitrust laws. The office performs a wide range of work, including issues with local and national impact. Attorneys manage their own caseload, but will also work collaboratively within the office and on multistate investigations or litigations. The Division has offices in Charleston and Martinsburg.

Requirements for this position include strong written and oral communication skills, electronic discovery knowledge and negotiation experience. Consumer protection and/or antitrust background is a plus, but the office is also interested in candidates with general litigation or prosecutorial background or with other experience that may be relevant to the Consumer and Antitrust areas, including business, technology, healthcare, construction, privacy, and non-profit work. Candidates should have a commitment to public service. The Division is looking for candidates to learn and to lead, from newer admittees to senior management levels.

Candidates must have an active WV license or be eligible for admission.

Please send your resume, a writing sample, office location and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Consumer Attorney" in the subject line.
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Assistant Attorney General: The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office seeks an attorney to join the Tax, Revenue, Claims Commission, and Transportation Division. Ideal candidates will have been practicing law for 8 to 10 years. Experience with tax law is preferred as well as litigation experience, excellent academic and professional credentials; superior oral and written communication skills; outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; and, the ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment.

Candidates must also have an active WV law license or be eligible for admission.

Please send your resume, a writing sample, and preferred salary range to jobs@wvago.gov with "Revenue Attorney" in the subject line.
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