Attorney Specialist

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Attorney Specialist

The candidate engages in all aspects of client representation for the state's largest executive agency, including research and writing, client counseling and advocacy, and litigation in circuit court and administrative proceedings. Reviews and analyzes data and documentation related to agency's legal matters to determine the agency's position on the issue. Researches case law, state law, and any applicable federal laws related to current legal issues in order to prepare for potential mediation, litigation, conciliation agreement or settlement. Writes legal briefs, motions, and other pleadings to support arguments to facilitate the mediation/litigation process. Analyzes and interprets state and federal laws to determine impact on agency programs. Advises agency management on potential legal issues affecting the agency and offers a legal opinion on actions the agency may take in resolving legal issues. Represents the agency in legal proceedings which may occur in various settings and jurisdictions. Drafts proposed legislation, amendments to current legislation, amendments to agency regulations, and represents the agency at legislative hearings. May supervise a small administrative support staff by assigning and reviewing work and evaluating the performance of the employees. May interview and recommend for hire applicants for agency vacancies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Req. ID: 4597. Position Number: 22099494.

Company info

Arkansas Department of Human Services
Slot S201 P.O. Box 1437
Little Rock
Arkansas
United States 72203
Website : http://www.humanservices.arkansas.gov/