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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking attorneys licensed in Texas to join the agencys Healthcare Program Enforcement Division to engage in the exciting and fulfilling work of investigating and evaluating whistleblower lawsuits filed under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. The work will include coordinating with state agencies, the federal government, and other state governments and will involve complex legal analysis of state and federal regulatory schemes as they relate to the Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. The selected candidate will be expected to conduct witness interviews and utilize other methods of discovery, review data and data trends, negotiate potential settlements, monitor ongoing litigation to protect the States interests, and draft memoranda and case recommendations for management and Executive Administration. Work also involves limited to moderate motion practice in federal and state courts, drafting of legal briefs and preparations for court hearings. Knowledge of, or interest in, healthcare law is a plus.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the States law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas. and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Initiates and conducts Healthcare Program Enforcement and related investigations. Analyzes factual and legal issues and develops evidence for pursuit of Healthcare Program Enforcement cases, including performing legal research, conducting interviews, and directing investigator activity. Reviews data and documentation from client agencies and other resources, coordinates with the federal government and other state governments to evaluate and potentially resolve pending whistle-blower lawsuits, and reports findings and analysis to management and Executive Administration.
Monitors pending cases in which the State has declined to intervene, preparing legal briefs independently and in coordination with other AAGs where needed to protect the States interests.
Prepares pleadings and other legal documents; prepares and negotiates settlement documents. May assist with bill review and legislative inquiries.
Represents the Office of the Attorney General before state or federal district courts.
Performs related work as assigned.
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions.
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule.
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.
Performs related work as assigned
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) I:
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) II: All the above qualifications for AAG I PLUS:
One year of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Working on complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts
Experience: Summation, Concordance, Relativity or Clearwell legal review software
Conducting legal analysis involving complex statutory and regulatory schemes at the state and federal levels, including applying legal analysis to fact situations and making recommendations
Knowledge of law, legal principles, and practices relevant to civil healthcare fraud statutes
Knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil procedure, Texas Rules of Evidence, Federal Rules of Procedure, and Federal Rules of Evidence
Familiarity with Texas and Federal case law regarding discovery and pleading
TO APPLY
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
