First Year Attorney Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

\r\n\r\nHAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT A CAREER COMBINING YOUR LEGAL\r\nPROWESS WITH PUBLIC SERVICE?\r\nUnderstandably, many legal\r\nprofessionals are drawn to private practice. However, for many, the benefits of\r\nsupporting state government and building a career in public service can be\r\nequally-if not more-rewarding.\r\n\r\nA career with the State of Delaware may offer:\r\n\r\n Possible\r\n eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness\r\n State\r\n of Delaware health, vision, and dental plans\r\n State\r\n of Delaware pension plan and 457(b) retirement plan\r\n Over\r\n four weeks of vacation and three weeks of paid sick leave each\r\n year\r\n Up\r\n to 24 weeks of paid parental leave\r\n Potential\r\n real courtroom experience within your first year of employment\r\n\r\nIf these benefits appeal to you as a legal professional, the\r\nDelaware Department of Justice may be your employer of choice.\r\nAbout the Office\r\nof the Attorney General\r\nDelaware's Attorney\r\nGeneral-the State's chief law enforcement officer-has broad responsibility for\r\ncombating crime, upholding civil rights, safeguarding families, fighting fraud,\r\nand protecting consumers in the First State.\r\nTo carry out this\r\nmission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented\r\nattorneys and staff across the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer\r\nProtection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. More than 500\r\ndedicated professionals work together to serve all Delawareans with integrity\r\nand passion.\r\n\r\n\r\nDeputy Attorneys\r\nGeneral, supported by criminal special investigators, victim service\r\nspecialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal\r\ncases, enforce consumer protection laws, advise state agencies, ensure public\r\naccess to open government, protect vulnerable populations, and much more.\r\n

Summary Statement

The White Collar Crime Unit ("WCCU") in the Fraud & Consumer Protection Division seeks a Deputy Attorney General. The WCCU prosecutes crimes that involve financial misconduct and such other criminal matters assigned by the Division Director. The WCCU also pursues civil actions under the Delaware False Claims and Reporting Act for fraud committed against the government.\r\n

Career Ladder

*Pay Grade 12 DAG I \tAnnual salary $87,458\r\nPay Grade 14 DAG II \tSalary Range $92,259/min $96,760/max\r\nPay Grade 16 DAG III \tSalary Range $101,898/min $104,137/max\r\nPay Grade 18 DAG IV \tSalary Range $112,013/min $117,440/max\r\nPay Grade 20 DAG V Salary Range $125,885/min $135,154/max\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n*The salary of $87,458 for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who hold active bar admission\r\n

Essential Functions

Under the guidance of Unit leadership, this Deputy Attorney General, will decide what cases should be prosecuted, resolved by trial, ortry cases that are not otherwise resolved.While the WCCU is based in New Castle County, this position handles criminal matters statewide and may be based in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex counties; thus, travel throughout the state will be required.Additional duties include representing the Unit at meetings related to business crime matters, including with federal partners; meeting with referral agencies to address investigative and prosecutorial issues; and conducting case intake and review for prosecution.This DAG will work as part of a team with the other members of the WCCU on the full range of WCCU cases.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

Because the WCCU works closely with, and relies upon, our investigative partners throughout the State, the successful candidate must have or be able to develop a good working relationship with other Deputy Attorneys General, investigative partners, support staff, and court personnel.\r\nThis is a challenging position that provides an opportunity to investigate and litigate a wide range of matters, including many large and complex frauds. The Deputy Attorney General should be able to work independently and meet deadlines. Admission to the Delaware Bar is required.\r\nCandidates should have a record of solid academic achievement, relevant work experience, and good writing skills. They should have an understanding of all facets of the investigation and litigation of complex criminal matters. Candidates should also have substantial felony trial experience, significant experience handling document-intensive cases involving financial misconduct, and demonstrated ability to evaluate criminal cases, determine resolutions, and anticipate legal issues.\r\nFamiliarity with finance, tax, or accounting is helpful, but not a prerequisite. We seek an individual with a strong commitment to working in the public interest.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Additional Posting Information

\r\n\r\n This posting may close on or before 07/10/2026 upon filling the vacant position.\r\n Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.\r\n This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.\r\n While the WCCU is based in New Castle County, this position handles criminal matters statewide and may be based in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex Counties.\r\n Travel throughout the state is contemplated.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Conditions of Hire

\r\n Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.\r\n Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.\r\n Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.\r\n This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.\r\n\r\n

Benefits

Department of JusticeBenefits Include:\r\n\r\n May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).\r\n State of Delaware healthcare plan.\r\n State of Delaware pension plan.\r\n Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.\r\n 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.\r\n 12 weeks of paid parental leave.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website athttps://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n\r\n

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.\r\n