What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Attorney General - Charitable Law section position at Ohio Attorney General's Office?
We are currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General for an opening in the Charitable Trust Unit of the Charitable Law Section. The successful candidate should be experienced, licensed, have a passion for public service, demonstrated commitment to protecting the unprotected, and possess an ability to work effectively with diverse groups. The successful candidate will possess strong oral, written and verbal communication skills, be able to articulate complex legal matters, and exhibit creativity and innovation in their role as an assistant attorney general. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The position will be headquartered at any of our offices around Ohio: Columbus, Cleveland, Toledo, Boardman, or Cincinnati.
The Charitable Law Section is committed to honoring the important role of non-profits in Ohio. Oversight is critical: One of the section's most important tasks is to ensure that charitable funds are used for charitable purposes, not private interests. This duty, rooted in common law and reinforced through many statutory provisions, is one of the Attorney General's oldest responsibilities. Assistant Attorneys General in the Charitable Trust Unit lead investigative teams comprised of investigators, charitable funds auditors, and compliance examiners to investigate abuse of charities and fundraising fraud. In cases that result in civil litigation, Charitable Trust attorneys will serve as lead counsel through all phases of civil litigation from drafting and filing complaints, discovery, settlement negotiations, motion practice, trial, and appeal. In criminal matters, the Charitable Trust attorney may assist local law enforcement or prosecute the matter from investigation, to indictment, to trial. Charitable Trust attorneys also represent the Attorney General as a statutory party in all probate cases involving a charitable trust and may assist in drafting legislation and administrative rules related to the regulation of charities and charitable gaming in Ohio. Applicants should possess significant litigation experience, including excellent research and writing skills, and have the proven ability to work proactively, think creatively, and handle complex matters. Experience with criminal prosecution, financial investigations, or a background in finance or accounting, is a plus.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Job skills: attorney/legal, attention to detail, collaboration, strategic thinking, verbal communication, and written communication
Unusual Working Conditions
May require travel; may work varied hours.
Organization
Attorney General
Agency Contact Name and Information
Maren Aikey; Maren.Aikey@OhioAGO.gov
Unposting Date
Apr 3, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Other Locations
United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Cleveland, United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati, United States of America-OHIO-Mahoning County-Boardman, United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
Mon. - Fri; 8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal
Technical Skills
Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.
The Charitable Law Section is committed to honoring the important role of non-profits in Ohio. Oversight is critical: One of the section's most important tasks is to ensure that charitable funds are used for charitable purposes, not private interests. This duty, rooted in common law and reinforced through many statutory provisions, is one of the Attorney General's oldest responsibilities. Assistant Attorneys General in the Charitable Trust Unit lead investigative teams comprised of investigators, charitable funds auditors, and compliance examiners to investigate abuse of charities and fundraising fraud. In cases that result in civil litigation, Charitable Trust attorneys will serve as lead counsel through all phases of civil litigation from drafting and filing complaints, discovery, settlement negotiations, motion practice, trial, and appeal. In criminal matters, the Charitable Trust attorney may assist local law enforcement or prosecute the matter from investigation, to indictment, to trial. Charitable Trust attorneys also represent the Attorney General as a statutory party in all probate cases involving a charitable trust and may assist in drafting legislation and administrative rules related to the regulation of charities and charitable gaming in Ohio. Applicants should possess significant litigation experience, including excellent research and writing skills, and have the proven ability to work proactively, think creatively, and handle complex matters. Experience with criminal prosecution, financial investigations, or a background in finance or accounting, is a plus.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Job skills: attorney/legal, attention to detail, collaboration, strategic thinking, verbal communication, and written communication
Unusual Working Conditions
May require travel; may work varied hours.
Organization
Attorney General
Agency Contact Name and Information
Maren Aikey; Maren.Aikey@OhioAGO.gov
Unposting Date
Apr 3, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Other Locations
United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Cleveland, United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati, United States of America-OHIO-Mahoning County-Boardman, United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
Mon. - Fri; 8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal
Technical Skills
Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.
