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Get Access To All JobsASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL
CRIMINAL BUREAU
APPEALS DIVISION
(Boston or Regional Office)
The Attorney General’s Office is looking for a highly motivated Assistant Attorney General with a commitment to public service to serve in the Appeals Division of the Criminal Bureau.
The Appeals Division defends Massachusetts convictions, criminal justice officials, and criminal laws and practices in state and federal courts. Specifically, the Division strives to uphold convictions secured by the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) when they are challenged in the Massachusetts Trial Court, Appeals Court, and Supreme Judicial Court. It also responds to all challenges in federal court to convictions obtained by the AGO and the District Attorneys’ Offices, whether through habeas corpus actions, direct appeals, or otherwise. Additionally, the Division represents Massachusetts agencies and officials when they are sued or subpoenaed in relation to criminal justice matters.
Primary Duties: The Assistant Attorney General handles a large caseload of criminal and civil matters, routinely appearing in state and federal trial and appellate courts. Such matters include: appeals and post-conviction matters in the Superior, Appeals, and Supreme Judicial Courts of the Commonwealth in connection with criminal cases prosecuted at the trial level by Assistant Attorneys General; federal habeas corpus actions in the United States District Court challenging Massachusetts convictions; appeals in the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit from the grant or denial of habeas corpus relief; the representation of judges, clerks, probation officers, prosecutors, and other officials and agencies when they are sued civilly or subpoenaed to provide documents or testimony based on official actions undertaken during the criminal justice process; and the defense of statutes, rules, practices, and procedures concerning all aspects of the criminal justice system when they are challenged on constitutional or other grounds. Such an individual also contributes to criminal investigations, trial teams, policy initiatives, and amicus activity.
Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days, employees are required to report to one of our designated office locations, either in Boston or at a regional office.
Salary: $90,125 to $134,513, commensurate with JD year.
To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at BambooHR and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.
You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is October 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM (ET).
Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.
Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.
Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:
Frederick Goodrich, Paralegal
Appeals Division
(617) 963-2221
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
- Must be practicing attorneys and a member of the Massachusetts bar. Have obtained or be eligible for admission to the bar of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts and Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in appellate practice or other litigation with emphasis on written and oral advocacy, and in civil litigation and discovery practice.
- Ability to handle a large, varied caseload and complex cases.
- Commitment to the ethical practice of law.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.
Official Title: Assistant Attorney General
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place
Job: Unclassified
Agency: Office of the Attorney General
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Sep 11, 2026, 10:33:47 AM
Number of Openings: 1 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Non-Executive Branch Agency - 0000000000
ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL
CRIMINAL BUREAU
APPEALS DIVISION
(Boston or Regional Office)
The Attorney General’s Office is looking for a highly motivated Assistant Attorney General with a commitment to public service to serve in the Appeals Division of the Criminal Bureau.
The Appeals Division defends Massachusetts convictions, criminal justice officials, and criminal laws and practices in state and federal courts. Specifically, the Division strives to uphold convictions secured by the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) when they are challenged in the Massachusetts Trial Court, Appeals Court, and Supreme Judicial Court. It also responds to all challenges in federal court to convictions obtained by the AGO and the District Attorneys’ Offices, whether through habeas corpus actions, direct appeals, or otherwise. Additionally, the Division represents Massachusetts agencies and officials when they are sued or subpoenaed in relation to criminal justice matters.
Primary Duties: The Assistant Attorney General handles a large caseload of criminal and civil matters, routinely appearing in state and federal trial and appellate courts. Such matters include: appeals and post-conviction matters in the Superior, Appeals, and Supreme Judicial Courts of the Commonwealth in connection with criminal cases prosecuted at the trial level by Assistant Attorneys General; federal habeas corpus actions in the United States District Court challenging Massachusetts convictions; appeals in the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit from the grant or denial of habeas corpus relief; the representation of judges, clerks, probation officers, prosecutors, and other officials and agencies when they are sued civilly or subpoenaed to provide documents or testimony based on official actions undertaken during the criminal justice process; and the defense of statutes, rules, practices, and procedures concerning all aspects of the criminal justice system when they are challenged on constitutional or other grounds. Such an individual also contributes to criminal investigations, trial teams, policy initiatives, and amicus activity.
Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days, employees are required to report to one of our designated office locations, either in Boston or at a regional office.
Salary: $90,125 to $134,513, commensurate with JD year.
To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at BambooHR and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.
You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is October 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM (ET).
Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.
Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.
Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:
Frederick Goodrich, Paralegal
Appeals Division
(617) 963-2221
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
- Must be practicing attorneys and a member of the Massachusetts bar. Have obtained or be eligible for admission to the bar of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts and Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in appellate practice or other litigation with emphasis on written and oral advocacy, and in civil litigation and discovery practice.
- Ability to handle a large, varied caseload and complex cases.
- Commitment to the ethical practice of law.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.
Official Title: Assistant Attorney General
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place
Job: Unclassified
Agency: Office of the Attorney General
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Sep 11, 2026, 10:33:47 AM
Number of Openings: 1 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Non-Executive Branch Agency - 0000000000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Attorney General
Verify your bar admission transfers
H-1B Attorney General roles almost always require active bar membership in a specific U.S. jurisdiction. Confirm your foreign law degree meets the relevant state bar's equivalency standard before targeting roles, since admission requirements differ significantly by state.
Search LCA filings for legal roles
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by SOC code 23-1011 and identify which government agencies and institutional employers have actively sponsored H-1B attorneys. This shows real sponsorship history, not just posted openings.
Target cap-exempt institutional employers
Federal agencies and nonprofits affiliated with universities or research institutions are cap-exempt H-1B filers, meaning your petition doesn't enter the lottery. Attorney General roles at these entities can be filed any time of year without waiting for April registration.
Align your specialty occupation documentation
USCIS scrutinizes Attorney General petitions heavily because the role title varies widely in scope. Your employer's support letter must tie the position specifically to legal analysis requiring your advanced degree, not general administrative oversight duties.
Use Migrate Mate to identify sponsoring employers
Filter Attorney General openings by H-1B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate so you're only pursuing roles where the employer has an established filing track record with DOL and USCIS, saving time on applications that won't lead to a petition.
Request premium processing before your start date
If your current status has a hard deadline, ask your prospective employer to file Form I-907 alongside the I-129 petition. USCIS adjudicates premium processing petitions within 15 business days, giving you a decision before critical gap windows open.
H-1B Visa Attorney General: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Attorney General roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, Attorney General positions qualify when the role requires a Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree as a minimum entry requirement for the specific position. The employer must document that the duties involve complex legal analysis, not just supervisory or policy work. USCIS applies stricter scrutiny to broad governmental titles, so the job description needs to clearly establish the degree-to-duty connection.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Attorney General roles?
Federal agencies, state attorneys general offices, large public universities, and nonprofit legal organizations are the most active H-1B sponsors for senior legal roles. Many are cap-exempt, which means filings aren't subject to the annual lottery. You can browse Attorney General openings filtered by verified H-1B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to see which specific employers have active filing records.
Does my foreign law degree satisfy the specialty occupation requirement?
It depends on how your degree maps to U.S. bar admission requirements. USCIS evaluates whether your foreign law credentials are equivalent to a U.S. Juris Doctor. A credential evaluation from a recognized agency is typically required, and you'll generally need to have passed a U.S. state bar exam or qualify for a foreign legal consultant designation in the relevant jurisdiction.
Can a government agency sponsor an H-1B for an Attorney General position?
Federal agencies and most state entities can sponsor H-1B visas, and many qualify as cap-exempt employers, which removes the lottery constraint entirely. The sponsoring agency files the LCA with DOL first, then submits the I-129 petition to USCIS. Processing timelines and internal approval chains vary by agency, so confirming the agency's prior sponsorship history before applying is practical due diligence.
What happens to my H-1B if I move between government agencies?
Changing employers requires your new agency to file a new H-1B petition before your start date. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed and received by USCIS, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The O*NET occupation profile for this role supports continuity arguments if the duties remain substantially similar.