Assistant Attorney General (Civil Recovery Section)

Civil Enforcement Division, Civil Recovery Section

The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking an experienced civil litigator to join the Civil Recovery Section of the Civil Enforcement Division. This position may be based in our Salem or Portland offices, with opportunities for remote work. The Civil Recovery Section represents all state agencies, boards, and commissions in a broad plaintiff-side civil litigation practice. Section attorneys also represent the state in probate, collections and bankruptcy proceedings.

The successful applicant will have a unique opportunity to work on wildfire investigations and cost recovery litigation. The Civil Recovery Section represents the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Oregon State Fire Marshal, and other state agencies in recovering wildfire-related costs. This work will allow the successful applicant to develop strong client relationships and build cases from the ground up. The successful applicant will assist agencies in investigating the origins and causes of wildfires, work with investigators and other experts, and engage in investigative discovery (including investigative depositions) to identify a responsible party. When a responsible party is identified, the successful applicant will represent state agencies in litigation to recover their wildfire-related costs and damages.

In addition to wildfire work, the successful applicant may also work in 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.
In an ongoing effort to attract and retain diverse candidates, we are hopeful you’ll share our recruitment with members of your association, organization, or section members. I am available by phone or email if you have questions.

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Closes December 29, 2025 at 11:58 p.m.