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Get Access To All JobsOAG - Child Support | Assistant Attorney General I-IV | 26-0463 (00057898)
Organization: OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Primary Location: Texas-La Marque
Work Locations: CS La Marque 5300 FM 2004 Rd La Marque 77568-2402
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
State Job Code: 3513 3511, 3512, 3510
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 28 22, 24, 26
Salary (Pay Basis): 7,187.50 - 8,393.75 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Apr 24, 2026, 9:25:46 AM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Description
Are you interested in mission-driven legal work? Do you enjoy helping others? Join the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Child Support Division (CSD) in our mission to encourage responsible parenting by promoting the involvement of both parents in their children’s lives and ensuring that children in Texas receive the support they need and deserve.
Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) represent the State of Texas in judicial and administrative family law proceedings to establish paternity, obtain court orders for financial support and health care coverage for children, and enforce and modify child support orders. CSD staff also strive to promote the involvement of both parents in their children’s lives and the agency regularly collaborates with other state agencies and community organizations to serve the needs of Texas families. CSD AAGs have a robust legal practice that includes gaining significant trial court experience, developing skills in negotiating agreed court orders, and becoming subject-matter experts in many practice areas of family law. CSD AAGs are part of a collegial statewide team dedicated to supporting Texas children and families. AAGs experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, developing hands-on legal experience, and engaging in camaraderie with their colleagues across the state.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.
- Represent the State of Texas at legal proceedings to locate, establish, enforce, modify, or terminate court orders for child support and medical support.
- Represents the State of Texas in administrative hearings
- Provides legal advice, consultation, and technical assistance to the Child Support Program
- Develops and delivers training
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) I:
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date
Knowledge of Family Law and the Texas Family Code
Skill in legal writing, mediation, and negotiation
Skill in serving as a trial lawyer, preparing sound opinions, conducting investigations, and performing legal research
Skill in using a personal computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 25%
Assistant Attorney General II – All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG I, PLUS:
One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney
Assistant Attorney General III – All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG II, PLUS:
One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney
Assistant Attorney General IV – All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG III, PLUS:
One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Two years’ experience in handling Family Law cases
- Jury Trial Experience
- Experience in handling a high-volume legal practice
- Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at the Texas Government website.
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OAG - Child Support | Assistant Attorney General I-IV | 26-0463 (00057898)
Organization: OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Primary Location: Texas-La Marque
Work Locations: CS La Marque 5300 FM 2004 Rd La Marque 77568-2402
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
State Job Code: 3513 3511, 3512, 3510
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 28 22, 24, 26
Salary (Pay Basis): 7,187.50 - 8,393.75 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Apr 24, 2026, 9:25:46 AM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Description
Are you interested in mission-driven legal work? Do you enjoy helping others? Join the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Child Support Division (CSD) in our mission to encourage responsible parenting by promoting the involvement of both parents in their children’s lives and ensuring that children in Texas receive the support they need and deserve.
Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) represent the State of Texas in judicial and administrative family law proceedings to establish paternity, obtain court orders for financial support and health care coverage for children, and enforce and modify child support orders. CSD staff also strive to promote the involvement of both parents in their children’s lives and the agency regularly collaborates with other state agencies and community organizations to serve the needs of Texas families. CSD AAGs have a robust legal practice that includes gaining significant trial court experience, developing skills in negotiating agreed court orders, and becoming subject-matter experts in many practice areas of family law. CSD AAGs are part of a collegial statewide team dedicated to supporting Texas children and families. AAGs experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, developing hands-on legal experience, and engaging in camaraderie with their colleagues across the state.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.
- Represent the State of Texas at legal proceedings to locate, establish, enforce, modify, or terminate court orders for child support and medical support.
- Represents the State of Texas in administrative hearings
- Provides legal advice, consultation, and technical assistance to the Child Support Program
- Develops and delivers training
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) I:
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date
Knowledge of Family Law and the Texas Family Code
Skill in legal writing, mediation, and negotiation
Skill in serving as a trial lawyer, preparing sound opinions, conducting investigations, and performing legal research
Skill in using a personal computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 25%
Assistant Attorney General II – All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG I, PLUS:
One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney
Assistant Attorney General III – All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG II, PLUS:
One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney
Assistant Attorney General IV – All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG III, PLUS:
One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Two years’ experience in handling Family Law cases
- Jury Trial Experience
- Experience in handling a high-volume legal practice
- Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at the Texas Government website.
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Attorney General
Target government agencies with legal hiring authority
State attorneys general offices, federal agencies, and public legal aid organizations regularly hire foreign-credentialed lawyers under TN status. Focus applications on roles explicitly requiring licensed legal counsel, not general policy or administrative positions.
Clarify sponsorship scope before accepting an offer
Attorney General roles in government settings sometimes distinguish between employment and appointment. Confirm with HR whether your position constitutes a qualifying employment relationship for TN filing purposes before signing any offer letter.
Search TN-eligible legal roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Attorney General and legal counsel positions by TN visa sponsorship history. This narrows your search to employers who already understand the USMCA lawyer category and won't require internal education during the offer stage.
Prepare a credential package that covers USMCA lawyer criteria
Assemble your law degree, bar admission certificate, and a letter from your employer describing the legal duties of the role. USCIS and CBP officers assess whether the job duties constitute the practice of law, not just legal-adjacent work.
Understand how Mexican nationals file differently than Canadians
Mexican citizens cannot obtain TN status at the border and must schedule a consular interview in Mexico. Build consulate appointment lead time into your offer negotiation, since wait times vary and your start date depends on visa issuance.
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Find Attorney General JobsAttorney General TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Attorney General role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the position requires you to practice law as a licensed attorney. The USMCA lawyer category covers legal counsel, government legal advisory roles, and prosecutorial positions tied to a law degree and bar admission. Purely administrative or policy roles that don't require active legal practice typically don't qualify, so the offer letter's job description matters significantly.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Attorney General roles compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery or numerical cap for Canadians, which means you can obtain status at a port of entry the same day you have a qualifying offer. H-1B requires lottery selection, USCIS petition approval, and a wait that can span years. For licensed lawyers from Canada or Mexico, TN is a faster and more predictable path to U.S. legal employment than H-1B.
Where can I find Attorney General jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. It filters legal roles by TN visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're targeting employers who already understand the USMCA lawyer category. Government agencies and public sector legal offices are the most common sponsors for Attorney General titles, and searching by those employer types narrows results to roles most likely to support TN status.
Do Canadian lawyers need to hold a U.S. bar license to qualify for TN status?
Not necessarily. The USMCA lawyer category accepts bar membership in a Canadian province as a qualifying credential when the role involves practicing Canadian or cross-border law. However, if the position requires advising on U.S. state law or representing clients in U.S. courts, a U.S. bar license will likely be required both by the employer and by CBP officers reviewing your TN application.
Can a Mexican Attorney General candidate apply for TN status at the U.S. border?
No. Mexican nationals must apply for TN status through a U.S. consulate in Mexico, not at a land border crossing or airport. This process requires scheduling a consular interview, submitting supporting documents, and waiting for visa issuance before traveling to begin work. Build at least four to eight weeks of lead time into your start date negotiation to account for appointment availability.
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