Alan Gordon • Transition Team
Alan Gordon, Republican candidate for Attorney General, is inviting experienced attorneys to express interest in two positions on his transition team, with intended senior legal leadership responsibilities in his administration when elected.
Two leadership positions
Civil matters
Help develop plans for civil litigation, constitutional and appellate matters, and legal representation of state agencies. The intended administrative role would include overseeing civil legal operations and exercising lawfully delegated responsibilities.
Criminal matters
Help develop plans for criminal prosecution, prosecutorial integrity, public-corruption enforcement, and coordination with investigative agencies. The intended administrative role would include overseeing criminal legal operations, with attention to due process, disclosure obligations, and fair enforcement of the law.
Both attorneys will work with Gordon to:
Under Gordon’s proposed structure, he would provide executive leadership over administration, budgeting, resource allocation, and policy priorities. Duly authorized attorneys would handle legal representation and exercise the professional judgment required of licensed counsel.
Candidates must be eligible for admission to the Rhode Island Bar and demonstrate substantial relevant legal experience, sound professional judgment, and the ability to lead legal teams. Attorneys already admitted in Rhode Island are welcome to express interest.
Experienced attorneys practicing outside Rhode Island are encouraged to express interest. Candidates should identify their current admissions and the basis for their eligibility for Rhode Island admission. Any required admission or authorization must be obtained before undertaking duties that require it.
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to constitutional government, impartial justice, professional ethics, and public service.
Join the team
To discuss joining the team, send a résumé, a brief introduction, current bar admissions, and professional references to AlanGordonRI@gmail.com.
Identify whether you are interested in the civil position, the criminal position, or both.
Government appointments would be contingent upon Gordon’s election and satisfaction of applicable appointment and admission requirements.