Assistant County Attorney III, Supervisory, Chief of Litigation - Non-Merit

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief of Litigation to oversee legal matters for the County. This pivotal role involves conducting civil litigation, preparing legal documents, and advising on legal matters. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience and a strong understanding of legal procedures. This position offers the opportunity to impact the community while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about public service and possess the necessary legal expertise, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA accredited law school required.
• 15 years of litigation experience, including legal work with governments.

Responsibilities

• Conducts civil litigation for Baltimore County in various courts.
• Prepares legal documents and represents the County in negotiations.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Legal Research

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Technology Skills

Education

Law Degree from ABA Accredited School

Admission to Maryland Bar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Westlaw

Job description

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

Please submit resume, writing sample, and two references.

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of Law.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

General Overview

Under general supervision of the County Attorney, Deputy County Attorney, the Chief of Litigation assists with litigation, operational, transactional, and administrative matters concerning Baltimore County government.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts civil litigation on behalf of the Baltimore County government in the Circuit Court and District Court for Baltimore County, and the United States District Court for the District of Maryland and courts in other jurisdictions.
• Prosecutes and defends civil appeals on behalf of the Baltimore County government in the Maryland Court of Special Appeals, the Maryland Court of Appeals, the United States Court of Appeals (any Circuit), and the Supreme Court of the United States. Prepares the record and prepares any appellate briefs for any civil appeal.
• Conducts legal research as necessary for litigation matters.
• Prepares and files briefs, memoranda of law, discovery tools, motions, settlement agreements and other legal documents necessary to conduct civil litigation.
• Conducts discovery in civil litigation cases, including but not limited to depositions, interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and other discovery tools.
• Attends and represents the interests of the County in any administrative proceedings, including, but not limited to hearings before boards, commissions, the worker’s compensation commission, and the State and County Office of Administrative Hearings.
• Attends and represents the interests of the County in any negotiations with unions and various public and private organizations and groups.
• Drafts and prepares various legal documents that are not related to litigation, including but not limited to contracts, deeds, leases, ordinances, collection letters, and reports related to real estate transactions and tax sale properties.
• Defends the Baltimore County government against union grievances and/or charges of discrimination before state and federal agencies charged with enforcing anti-discrimination laws. Drafts and files position statements outlining the County’s response to union grievances and/or charges of discrimination.
• Advises the County Executive, the County Administrator, County agencies, and the County Council on legal matters, as necessary.
• Appears before the County Council, as necessary, to discuss the legal sufficiency of proposed legislation.
• Performs all other duties within the Office of Law as assigned by the County Attorney (or his/her designee).
• Under general supervision, handles workers’ compensation cases, including reviewing and processing claims, participating in settlement negotiations, recommending loss control strategies, ensuring program conformance to applicable laws and regulations, preparing required reports, and monitoring and evaluating the program activities to ensure the delivery of quality services. In addition, conducts adjusting activities on behalf of the self-insured employer, to include investigating, negotiating, and managing claims against the County's Self Insurance Fund.
• Supervises and trains attorneys that represent County agencies, boards, and commissions.
• Supervises and trains attorneys that attend and represent the interests of the County in Court.
• Supervises and trains subordinate attorneys that review and/or draft legal documents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland, or eligible to waive into the bar of the State of Maryland.
• Fifteen (15) years of litigation experience, including but not limited to legal work with state, federal, and municipal governments, legal writing experience, and practice representing municipal or State agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Maryland Rules and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, as well as the Local Rules for the United States District Court for the District of Maryland.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local law.
• Knowledge of County best practices and procedures.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex matters.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with others (inside and outside the Law Department).
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
• A strong sense of ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the public and various agencies.
• Strong technology skills, including the ability to coordinate and conduct electronic discovery, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office software and legal research platforms such as Westlaw.
• A willingness to perform with minimal administrative support.

Education and Qualifications

A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: ACA III, Supervisory, Chief of Litigation - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Disclaimer: Current County employees interested in this position should refer to Section 2.3.2 of the Personnel Manual.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.