Attorney

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Attorney

The candidate will conduct legal research and write legal documents for use in litigation and provide legal assistance to the agency. Review and analyze data and documentation related to the agency's legal matters to determine the agency's position on the issue. Research case law, state law, and any applicable federal laws related to current legal issues to prepare for potential mediation, litigation, conciliation agreement, or settlement. Write legal briefs, motions, and other pleadings to support arguments to facilitate the mediation/litigation process. Analyze and interpret state and federal laws to determine the impact on agency programs. Advise agency management on legal issues affecting the agency and offer a legal opinion on actions the agency may take to resolve legal issues. Represent the agency in legal proceedings which may occur in various settings and jurisdictions. Perform other duties as assigned. Occasional to frequent in-state travel to attend fact-finding meetings, advisory meetings, hearings, and/or court proceedings is required. Occasional out-of-state travel related to agency legal matters may be required.

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Req ID: 19685. Position Number: 44071022.

Company info

Arkansas Department of Human Services
115 Market St.
Hot Springs
Arkansas
United States 71901
Website : http://www.humanservices.arkansas.gov/