Solicitor General's Office Fellow

Full Job Description

Requirements

The Solicitor General’s Division has an opening for a Solicitor General’s Office Fellow.

The Solicitor General’s Division is the division within the Attorney General’s Office responsible for United States Supreme Court practice, coordinating statewide legal issues, overseeing significant appellate matters, advising the Governor and Legislature on significant legal questions, directly representing the state in certain appellate matters, assisting other divisions within the Attorney General’s Office with other appellate matters, coordinating amicus briefs, preparing Attorney General Opinions, and writing ballot measure materials.

The attorney selected for this position will be an Assistant Attorney General and work closely with the Solicitor General and Deputy Solicitors General on a range of assignments, including: researching and drafting portions of appellate briefs, Attorney General Opinions, and memoranda; serving on moot court panels; research assignments related to significant statewide legal issues; and other special projects.

The primary focus of the position will be research and writing.

The Fellow would be expected to serve in this position for at least one year and possibly up to two years, with the possibility of subsequently transferring to a permanent position elsewhere in the Attorney General’s Office.

The official duty station of the person hired to fill this role will have the option of being assigned to either Olympia or Seattle.

Qualifications

This non-permanent position is aimed at attorneys interested in gaining exposure to appellate practice. Exceptionally well qualified candidates possess excellent analytical, writing, and research skills, a demonstrated ability to juggle multiple deadlines and assignments, and a stellar academic record. Experience clerking in state or federal court is preferred but not required. The individual selected must be highly motivated, able to work independently and as a team player, and willing to devote whatever time is necessary to complete important, time-sensitive assignments.

Applicants must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; and be licensed to practice law in Washington state. (Applicants who meet the other stated qualifications and are actively pursuing admission by motion will also be considered.) The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice. The AGO greatly encourages, celebrates and values diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfill its mission of providing excellent, independent and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and protecting the rights of its people.

Additional Information

This Assistant Attorney General position is represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28, AFL-CIO.

AAG salaries are set between $82,212 and $153,996. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA.

The salary of an employee whose official duty station is Seattle would reflect 5% King County Assignment Pay per legislative action.

A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans, retirement, life and basic long-term disability insurance.

In addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and work-life balance are highly valued.

The health, safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services.

Complementing and fostering this goal is a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship, as evidenced in the AGO's environmental policies.

Interested applicants must apply by hitting the "apply" button above. In addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system, preferably as PDFs:

• A letter of interest;
• Resume;
• Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable)showing date law degree conferred; and
• A Writing sample (10 pages or less).

If you have questions about this position and/or want to learn more about it before applying, contact Deputy Solicitor General Kelly Paradis at Kelly.Paradis@atg.wa.gov or (206) 389-3105. The deadline for receipt of all application materials is March 16, 2026.

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Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment.

Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.

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