Closing Date: 6th October, 2026
Description:
Job Description:The office of the Attorney General has an opening for an Assistant Attorney General within the Health and Human Services Division in Augusta. This position will represent the DHHS Office of Aging and Disability Services, Adult Protective Services, in guardianship and other matters, and will appear in Probate and other courts. This position will also represent DHHS in District Court hearings with involuntary commitment applications.
Office of the Attorney General (https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.maine.gov%2Fag%2F&data=04%7C01%7CShirley.D.Ferland%40maine.gov%7Cf5033aab3ad04811dba508d875ba9ea4%7C413fa8ab207d4b629bcdea1a8f2f864e%7C0%7C0%7C637388791695067142%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=Ab0MeQQ%2B9R5AqvqK8lja6FQiF6CXQ1v9oVu8fB6j72o%3D&reserved=0)
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing, have an eye for legal detail, be interested in complex state and federal litigation, have strong legal advocacy and writing skills, and a demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team. One to three years of legal practice with demonstrated proficiency in civil litigation and/or health care law and litigation is preferred, but not required.
Application Instructions:
If you are interested in applying for this position, prepare a cover letter highlighting your experience and qualifications that make you a strong candidate for the position and the knowledge, skills and abilities required.
Include resume, writing sample, three references (to include one work-related reference) and complete direct hire application.
The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions or electronic transmission malfunctions.
Job offer to new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver's license check, and professional license requirements if applicable.
Please direct all questions to Assistant Attorney General Jane Gregory (jane.gregory@maine.gov) , Chief of the Health and Human Services Division or by calling 626-8800.