Now, Democrat Charity Clark and Republican Michael Tagliavia will face off for the job. VTDigger regularly publishes stories about Vermont politics. Robb Spensley, Esq. Most recently, Jess was director of family formation at Family Equality, where they developed education and advocacy resources and digital programs with an emphasis on supporting LGBTQ+ families nationwide. Among her duties in the attorney generals office has been to supervise the consumer assistance program dealing with issues such as scams, identity theft and deception in the marketplace. investigating serious or widespread allegations of consumer fraud. In her decades of public service, she also served as deputy state treasurer and governors legal counsel. Pittsford, VT 05763 Vermont Attorney General TJ Donovan, who last month announced he would not seek reelection when his term ends in January, is stepping down from his post later this month to take another job. Burlington, VT 05401 The As Development Manager, she helps to cultivate and maintain relationships with supporters who make our work possible. Growing upoutside Washington, DC as the child of two public school teachers, advocacy and education have always been a focus of Victoria's life. "The services provided by the team of talented attorneys and staff, whether it be prosecuting serious crime, protecting consumers and . If the Williston resident wins the race, she'll become the first-ever woman to hold the office of attorney general in Vermont. P.O. She can be reached at emansfield@vtdigger.org. Nearest Major Market: Barre Rebecca Kelley, a spokesperson for the governor, said Friday afternoon that the governors office was researching the law and figuring out whether Scott would be making an appointment. Jasper Craven covers politics for VTDigger. Tagliavia says he wants to take a more punitive approach. Vermont State House 115 State Street Montpelier, VT 05633-5301 (802) 828-2228 sgtatarms@leg.state.vt.us. The race for attorney general is on: Charity Clark, a lawyer who has spent the last four years as chief of staff to Attorney General T.J. Donovan, says she is running to become Vermont's next top . Andrea was the ACLU of Vermont's pioneer of computing in the days when the organization used cutting-edge 8-inch floppies and shared one computer between five non-profit organizations, and has overseen the many technological changes since, along with all of the civil liberties efforts they have supported. Two years of relevant attorney experience is required. Kira.Krier@ccvs.vermont.gov. The view from inside the attorney general's office is one that Clark knows well. As attorney general, I will bring, for the first time, a womans perspective to issues like violence against women, Clark said. 643-2285; fax 888-830-5930oplawvt@gmail.com Vermonts lobbyist registration and disclosure law applies to certain communications with and activities directed at the Attorney General. The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. University of Vermont ( BA) Boston College ( JD) Charity Rae Clark (born July 15, 1975) is an American lawyer and politician from Vermont. The Attorney General is joined by staff from the Consumer Assistance Program. The Attorney General of Vermont is an elected executive position in the Vermont state government. The Commission, housed within the Attorney General's Office, found that in 2021, five of Vermont's twelve . (802) 828-3168 She believes her experience sets her apart. 3232 Route 7 The GOP selected Michael Tagliavia as their candidate, replacing the placeholder primary winner, H. Brooke Paige. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. 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He will become the director of public policy and U.S. state strategies at Roblox and will be based in Vermont. (802) 828-3194 (802) 828-3163 (fax) Contact Information. The consumer protection staff represents the State of Vermont, and through the State, the public, by: through the Consumer . Office of the Defender General 6 Baldwin Street, 4th Floor Montpelier, VT 05633-3301 (802) 828-3168 (802) 828-3163 (fax) Click here for Vermont's Public Records Request Database or the ODG Records . Instead, Clark touted the past four years she spent as former Vermont Attorney General TJ Donovan's chief of staff, with a focus on managing and leading about 150 employees who work there. He can be reached at jcraven@vtdigger.org. | Harrison Stark, Staff Attorney (he, him) Harry came to the ACLU of Vermont in November 2021 from the D.C. Office of Solicitor General (OSG), where he was an Appellate Litigation Fellow/Assistant Attorney General. BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A report about domestic violence is being released by the Vermont Attorney General's Office. Incumbent T.J. Donovan won election in the general election for Attorney General of Vermont. [7], In 2014, William Sorrell, then the attorney general of Vermont, hired Clark as an assistant attorney general. Cindy Maguire, Vermont Attorney General's Office. He said he will be based in Vermont. There are few with the experience and skillset needed to ensure this important office is stable and fully prepared to help transition to a newly elected attorney general in January, said Governor Scott. PDF. Previous 2 3 4 5 6 Next Name/Email Number Agency / Department City vCard; Jaworski,John J Email . If you would like more information about this position, please contact lauren.layman@vermont.gov. Vermont.gov; Senators & Representatives; Contact; Quick Search. [2] [3] Sargent was married to the former Mary Lorraine Gordon on August 4, 1887. 109 State Street, Pavilion Diamonds father, M. Jerome Diamond, served as Vermonts attorney general from 1975 to 1981. Gov. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Alan J. Keays is the former longtime news editor of the Rutland Herald. [2][3] She was raised in Manchester, Vermont[4][5] and resides in Williston, Vermont. Vermont held an election for attorney general on November 8, 2022. Staff list is alphabetical by first name. VTDigger covers criminal justice issues including Vermont legal issues, Vermont courts and the Vermont Department of Corrections. Attorney General T.J. Donovan (D) was first elected in 2016 and is not seeking reelection in 2022 (attorneys general are elected every two years in Vermont). The Before attending law school, she served as a policy analyst under former Gov. Originally from Rhode Island, Emily graduated from the University of Vermont in 2015 with degrees in History and Secondary Education. Upon graduation, she spent several years working in the Office of Student & Community Relations to support community development and educational initiatives for off-campus UVM students and their neighbors. This position is located at 109 State Street in Montpelier, and some remote work will be considered. He can be reached at mpolhamus@vtdigger.org. Jenna Burkhardt, Senior Manager for People & Culture (she, her). Phil Scott appointed Susanne Young to fill the attorney generals seat for the remainder of Donovans term. He is not a lawyer and does not hold a law degree, and he says that will breathe new life into the office. State government websites often end in .gov or .mil. . Vermont State House 115 State Street Montpelier, VT 05633-5301 As the nonpartisan national forum for America's state and territory attorneys general and their staff, NAAG provides collaboration, insight, and expertise to empower and champion America's . Daniel Stevens, Esq., Staff Attorney. According to the company, it brings the world together to play, create, explore, and socialize within millions of 3D virtual worlds.. Jess was previously statewide director of education at the Pride Center of Vermont, where they were responsible for public education, trainings, and advocacy in support of LGBTQ+ people. He will leave office June 20. The AG's office handles cases including criminal offenses, civil rights violations, consumer . BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Both Democratic candidates vying for Vermont attorney general squared off in a debate Wednesday night hosted by VT Digger. We need to have wraparound services and mental health counseling and treating the whole person, Clark said. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure youre on a state government site. Stephanie Hunt, Development Manager(she, her). [3] She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of Vermont in 1997[8] and served as a policy analyst in the administration of Governor Howard Dean. A native of Vermont, Falko received his law degree from Vermont Law School after attending Skidmore College. This position is within the General Counsel Division and reports directly to the Office's General Counsel. According to a Friday news release, Donovan will leave office effective 5 p.m. June 20. We also specialize in coverage of state finances and the impact of tax and budget policy on Vermonters. Prior to joining the ACLU, Stephanie served as development associate at Rocky Mountain Institute, providing operational support and connecting donors to RMIs mission of advancing a more secure, low-carbon energy future. All rights reserved. I believe we need an attorney general who understands the depth and breadth of the office and can leverage the office for the best results for Vermonters, Clark said. Attorney General's Office: Montpelier: July 15, 1975 (age 47) Springfield, Vermont, U.S. Staff . Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Vermont. VTDigger publishes Vermont business and economic news. Asked how much the position pays, he replied, Thats my personal information.. Missing out on the latest scoop? Copyright 2022 WCAX. | The Consumer Protection Unit of the Attorney Generals Office investigates and prosecutes violations of Vermonts consumer laws, which prohibits businesses from engaging in unfair or deceptive acts or practices. By Mike Donoghue Correspondent. His office has been engaged in litigation against social media platforms, joining in with other states in lawsuits regarding child protection and privacy issues. You must apply online to be considered. Prior to any interactions with the Office of the Vermont Attorney General, you are advised to review Title 2, Sections 261-268 of the Vermont Statutes Annotated, as well as the Vermont Secretary of State's most recent guide to compliance, available at . In that role, he spearheaded the Districts amicus and multi-state litigation practice in the federal courts of appeal and Supreme Court, which included authoring Supreme Court amicus briefs on behalf of multi-state coalitions in numerous voting rights cases related to the 2020 election. ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. She received her undergraduate degree in biology from Swarthmore College and a Masters degree in anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Thibault has been a JAG attorney and since . To be considered, please include a cover letter, resume, and at least two writing samples. Jun 10, 2022. Youngs appointment as attorney general will be effective July 5. Privacy Policy The site is secure. Susanne is the embodiment of public service, and it is especially meaningful that she will be the first woman to serve as Vermonts top law enforcement officer., "Having worked in the Vermont Attorney General's office as a staff attorney and in leadership for 23 years, I am honored and excited to return and serve until the next attorney general takes office,"said Young. The Democrat, the first woman elected attorney general, easily won this month's election, and will replace Democrat T.J . Staff/Internal Serious Felony Unit. [21] They later divorced, and are the parents of a daughter. Tagliavia is from Long Island but moved to Corinth in 2015. Prior to that, she was deputy attorney general under Democratic Attorney General Bill Sorrell. As Attorney General, I will implement my plan in the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling overturning Roe v.Wade to make Vermont a safe harbor for people seeking abortions and to protect healthcare providers.More about my multi-layered plan can be found here.. 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