Attorney II — State Government Counsel

State of Arkansas; Hope (AR); Hybrid; USD 86.000 - 127.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The State of Arkansas seeks an Attorney II to provide legal counsel to state agencies, draft legal documents, and represent the agency in administrative and judicial proceedings. This mid-level role builds on Attorney I with greater independent decision-making and case management.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited school, Arkansas attorney licensure, and at least two years of experience in advocacy or litigation.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Two years of experience as an Attorney.
• Licensed Attorney in Arkansas.
• Ability to provide legal counsel and interpret statutes.

Aufgaben

• Provide legal guidance to state agencies on compliance and policy.
• Review proposed legislation and agency rules for legal sufficiency.
• Interpret state and federal laws affecting agency operations.
• Prepare and present cases in administrative hearings and state courts.
• Draft pleadings, memoranda, contracts, and interagency agreements.
• Participate in settlement negotiations, mediation, and discovery as needed.
• Advise on ethics, public records, and employment-related legal issues.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Drafting documents

Litigation experience

Policy interpretation

Administrative law

Communication skills

Multitasking

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Fastcase

Jobbeschreibung

The State of Arkansas seeks an Attorney II to provide legal counsel to state agencies, draft legal documents, and represent the agency in administrative and judicial proceedings. This mid-level role builds on Attorney I with greater independent decision-making and case management.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited school, Arkansas attorney licensure, and at least two years of experience in advocacy or litigation.