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OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
CRIMINAL LITIGATION
DETAILS: The Office of Attorney General seeks an attorney for a position with the Criminal Litigation Division. The attorney will prosecute major criminal cases in state court. The right candidate will have strong research and writing skills, be able to communicate effectively with clients and the courts and enjoy trial work.
OFFICE LOCATION: The preferred location for this position is Pierre. Our Sioux Falls location may be considered for the right candidate.
STARTING SALARY: Salary range is between $80,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience. The State of South Dakota has an excellent benefit package including retirement, employee insurance coverage and paid leave.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a JD degree and be licensed to practice law in South Dakota. Litigation experience of 3 to 5 years is preferred, but not required. The person eligible for this position must be a motivated self-starter, have strong research and writing capabilities, be able to communicate well to clients and the courts, and have strong legal advocacy skills.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Email: Ernest.Thompson@state.sd.us
OR Mail to:
ERNEST THOMPSON, OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL, 1302 E. HIGHWAY 14, SUITE 1, PIERRE, SOUTH DAKOTA 57501.
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OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL
APPELLATE POSITION
DETAILS: The Office of Attorney General seeks an attorney for an appellate position. An appellate attorney represents the state in criminal and civil appeals and provides legal advice to state agencies, boards, and commissions. This position’s primary duties include researching and writing appellate briefs and orally arguing cases. Assistant Attorneys General are required to maintain high moral character; have strong legal advocacy skills; have effective research and writing capabilities; and be able to communicate with clients and the courts.
OFFICE LOCATION: The appellate division is headquartered in Pierre. An experienced applicant may have the possibility to work from a branch office location.
STARTING SALARY: Salary for this position is $80,000 annually or greater, depending on experience. The State of South Dakota has an excellent benefit package including retirement, employee insurance coverage, and paid leave.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a juris doctorate; must be licensed to practice law in South Dakota; must have excellent writing and research skills; must be self-motivated; and will ideally have 2 or more years of legal experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
SARAH THORNE, OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL, 1302 E. HIGHWAY 14, SUITE 1, PIERRE, SOUTH DAKOTA 57501, or email Sarah.Thorne@state.sd.us