Closing Date: 11th September, 2026
Description:
Job Description:The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly skilled attorney to fill a full-time Assistant Attorney General vacancy. This position is based in Augusta and is primarily responsible for providing legal services to the Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP). Representation of OCP in the fast-changing world of cannabis law includes evaluating, preparing, and presenting cases on OCP's behalf involving the enforcement and defense of OCP laws and determinations. This position also provides general legal advice to OCP including pre-review and formal review of complex program rules, reviewing and advising OCP about legislation (both state and federal), contract review, legal review of OCP policies, responding to subpoenas served on OCP, and advising OCP with respect to Freedom of Access Act requests. This position acts as the OAG subject matter expert on cannabis law.
Office of the Attorney General, State of Maine (https://www.maine.gov/ag/)
Minimum Qualifications:
This is not an entry level position. Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing or eligible to become a member in a reasonable amount of time, be interested in working in a new and developing area of law with frequently-changing state statutes and regulations, exhibit strong legal advocacy and writing skills including the ability to construct original and creative legal arguments, operate with agility, and be able to both function independently and work as a member of a team. At least three years of legal practice with demonstrated proficiency in civil litigation is preferred.
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 a resume, a writing sample, three references, a completed online application, and a copy of your Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification.
The Office of the Attorney General is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to 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 General Government Division Chief Sarah Forster (Sarah.Forster@maine.gov) or you may call 207-626-8800.