What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Attorney General- Court of Claims position at Ohio Attorney General's Office?
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for an opening in the Court of Claims Section. The successful candidate will take on an a dynamic caseload defending civil lawsuits in the Ohio Court of Claims. We will ask the person who fills this role to litigate a variety of civil cases, including but not limited to, personal injury, wrongful death, employment law, medical malpractice and general negligence. Duties will include all facets of general litigation, including written discovery, depositions, pleading and motion practice, trial and appellate practice. This position is based in Columbus and will work a hybrid in- person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
3 years litigation experience is preferred but not required.
Job Skills: Attorney/Legal, Attention to Detail, Strategic Thinking, Collaboration, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Contact Name and Information
Ashley.Baas@OhioAGO.gov
Unposting Date
Jul 15, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
3 years litigation experience is preferred but not required.
Job Skills: Attorney/Legal, Attention to Detail, Strategic Thinking, Collaboration, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Contact Name and Information
Ashley.Baas@OhioAGO.gov
Unposting Date
Jul 15, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.