Attorney II: Policy & Litigation Counsel for State Agencies

State of Arkansas; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 86,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas seeks an Attorney II at the Department of Corrections Headquarters in North Little Rock to provide expert legal counsel to state agencies and oversee complex litigation and regulatory matters.

The role requires drafting and reviewing contracts, pleadings, and interagency agreements, with duties expanding into policy analysis and compliance oversight. Strong research and advocacy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, plus two years of experience as an Attorney.
• Licensed as an Attorney in the State of Arkansas.
• Strong knowledge of Arkansas state laws, administrative regulations, and judicial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance to state agencies, boards, and commissions on compliance, policy implementation, and statutory interpretation.
• Review proposed legislation, administrative rules, and agency policies for legal sufficiency.
• Interpret state and federal laws, court decisions, and regulatory changes affecting agency operations.
• Prepare and present cases in administrative hearings, state courts, and appellate proceedings.
• Assist in defending or prosecuting claims on behalf of the state.
• Develop legal arguments, draft pleadings, and participate in discovery processes.
• Represent the agency in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration when applicable.
• Conduct in-depth legal research on statutory, regulatory, and constitutional issues.

Skills

Legal research

Administrative law

Policy interpretation

Litigation experience

Contract drafting

Written communication

Oral advocacy

Regulatory compliance

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Fastcase

Job description

State of Arkansas seeks an Attorney II at the Department of Corrections Headquarters in North Little Rock to provide expert legal counsel to state agencies and oversee complex litigation and regulatory matters.

The role requires drafting and reviewing contracts, pleadings, and interagency agreements, with duties expanding into policy analysis and compliance oversight. Strong research and advocacy skills are essential.