Attorney I
AR Dept of Human Services
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Job summary
The Attorney I position at the Arkansas Department of Human Services is an entry-level legal role focused on research, analysis, and support across matters affecting state agencies. You will research statutes/case law, draft documents, review legislation for compliance, and assist agency attorneys in hearings and case preparation.
The role emphasizes strong writing, research proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- Licensed attorney in Arkansas or qualified for admission.
- Strong research and writing abilities.
- Proficient with legal research tools and MS Office.
Responsibilities
- Perform legal research on statutes and case law.
- Draft legal documents and assist with litigation.
- Interpret laws and regulations for agency guidance.
- Advise agency personnel on legal issues.
- Review proposed legislation for compliance.
- Support attorneys in case preparation and hearings.
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Job description
The Attorney I is an entry-level legal position within the Arkansas Department of Human Services responsible for providing legal research, analysis, and support on various legal matters affecting state agencies. The role involves drafting legal documents, assisting with litigation, interpreting laws and regulations, and advising agency personnel on legal issues. This position conducts legal research on statutes and case law, reviews proposed legislation for compliance, and supports agency attorneys in case preparation and administrative hearings.
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- Licensed as an Attorney in the State of Arkansas
- Strong legal research and writing abilities
- Proficiency with legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to evaluate complex legal issues and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
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