Assistant Attorney General (Civil Recovery Section)

Initial Posting Date:

02/13/2026

Application Deadline:

03/17/2026

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$9,063 - $17,597

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Attorney General (Civil Recovery Section)

Job Description:

Civil Enforcement Division, Civil Recovery Section

The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking an attorney experienced in probate estates, trust administration, guardianships and conservatorships to join the Civil Recovery Section of the Civil Enforcement Division.  This position will be based in our Salem office, with opportunities for remote work and to work in our Portland office.  The Civil Recovery Section attorneys represent the state in a wide range of probate and protective proceedings.  They also represent all state agencies, boards, and commissions in a broad plaintiff-side civil litigation practice. 

The successful applicant will represent state agencies in a variety of matters, including representing state agencies appointed to serve as guardians, conservators or personal representatives; and representing the state as a creditor in estate proceedings, trust litigation and Medicaid estate recovery actions.

In addition to probate work, the successful applicant may also have the opportunity to work on other types of cases within the Civil Recovery Section, including claims arising from:

• Contracts.

• Damage to State Property.

• Fraud and Overpayments.

• Injunctive Relief.

• Real Property Disputes.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Michael Grant, Attorney-in-Charge, Civil Recovery Section, at 503-934-4400.

Required

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar by the time of appointment.

• At least three years of experience working as an attorney.

• Possess superior analytical, advocacy, research, verbal communication, and writing skills.

• Strong work ethic.

• Collaborative work history with lawyers and non-lawyers.

• Experience communicating directly with clients and managing client relationships.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and an inclusive working environment where diverse individual experiences and perspectives are valued and supported.

• Willingness and availability to travel throughout the state for court appearances, and other case-related work, including overnight stays away from home.

Desired Experience

• At least five (5) years of probate experience in Oregon, including experience representing personal representatives, creditors, guardians and/or conservators.

• A working knowledge of Oregon estate, trust, guardianship and conservatorship law.

• Probate litigation experience in Oregon state court.

• Non-probate civil litigation in Oregon state or federal court is a plus.

• Experience negotiating and resolving claims brought in civil actions, including multi-party settlement negotiations.

Applicants most closely matching the requirements and needs of the position will be invited to interview.  This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Application Process

To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions.

• Attach your resume