The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State’s legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland’s 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the General Enforcement Unit of the Consumer Protection Division. Attorneys in this unit work collaboratively in a mission-driven environment, with the opportunity to litigate complex cases and drive systemic change that protects consumers and strengthens communities across Maryland. The unit is led by a Division Chief and currently includes a team of nine Assistant Attorneys General.
Responsibilities
This role offers a unique opportunity to protect Maryland consumers by enforcing the Consumer Protection Act and related statutes that prohibit unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practices in the sale of goods, services, and credit. The AAG will lead investigations into patterns of unlawful conduct and bring enforcement actions to secure restitution for harmed consumers, obtain civil penalties, and pursue injunctive relief to prevent future violations.
This position is ideal for an attorney who is passionate about public service and committed to holding bad actors accountable. It offers the chance to make a meaningful impact—particularly for vulnerable Marylanders – by pursuing high-impact cases that deter misconduct and promote fairness in the marketplace.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of legal experience, which may include one or more judicial clerkship(s); an outstanding academic record; and excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Experience in complex civil litigation (such as class action, mass tort, multidistrict, government enforcement, or similar litigation) is desirable.
Application Process
Any interested person should submit a resume with a cover letter explaining the candidate’s interest in the position, list of references, and writing sample to: Phil Ziperman at pziperman@oag.state.md.us or Phil Ziperman, Office of the Attorney General, 200 St. Paul Place, 16th floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 by close of business on October 28, 2025. Please write “AAG-CPD Enforcement Unit” in the subject line.
To view the job announcement, refer to the Maryland Office of the Attorney General website at: https://oag.maryland.gov/careers/
