Deputy Bar Counsel

Kentucky Bar Association; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(a) plan

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

AFLAC

457 plans

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick days

Job summary

The Kentucky Bar Association in Frankfort is seeking a Deputy Bar Counsel to assist in the investigation and prosecution of attorney discipline matters in accordance with the Rules of the Supreme Court of Kentucky. The role is based in historic downtown Frankfort and involves presenting matters before trial commissioners and the Inquiry Commission.

The ideal candidate is licensed to practice law in Kentucky with at least five years of experience, strong research and advocacy skills, proficiency

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Kentucky.
• Minimum of five years of experience practicing law, preferably with trial experience.
• Strong research and oral/written advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Investigation and prosecution of attorney discipline matters under Kentucky Rules.
• Evaluate and assess complaints and responses submitted.
• Draft summaries, motions, and memoranda for the Inquiry Commission.
• Draft orders and disciplinary Charges.
• Handle prehearing matters and try cases before Trial Commissioners.
• Research and prepare motions and briefs for Board/Commission review.
• Present oral arguments before the Board of Governors.
• Handle proceedings in reinstatement, client security fund, reciprocal discipline, and related areas.
• Represent the Office of Bar Counsel at speaking engagements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Time management

Team player

Education

Licensed to practice law in Kentucky

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part of the mission and purpose of the Kentucky Bar Association is to maintain proper discipline of the members of the bar in accordance with both the Supreme Court Rules and the principles of the legal profession as a public calling. The Office of Bar Counsel was created to assist in that mission and is seeking Deputy Bar Counsel to help fulfill its role. The position is located in historic downtown Frankfort.

Responsibilities

• Investigation and prosecution of attorney discipline matters, pursuant to the Rules of the Supreme Court of Kentucky, which includes:
• Evaluating and assessing complaints and responses submitted;
• Drafting summaries, motions, and memoranda for presentation to the Inquiry Commission;
• Drafting resulting orders and disciplinary Charges;
• Handling all prehearing matters and trying cases before Trial Commissioners;
• Research and prepare motions and briefs for review by the Board of Governors, Trial Commissioners, and Supreme Court of Kentucky;
• Presenting oral arguments before the Board of Governors.
• Handling proceedings in other discipline-related areas, including reinstatement/restoration, client security fund, reciprocal discipline, and insufficient funds matters.
• Representing the Office of Bar Counsel at speaking opportunities; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Bar Counsel, Board of Governors, or KBA Executive Director.

Job Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Kentucky.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience practicing law, preferably with trial experience.
• Strong research and oral/written advocacy skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Desire to work as part of a team.

The Kentucky Bar Association offers a 37.5-hour workweek with paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. The benefits package includes health insurance, life insurance, and a 401(a) plan. Additional vision, dental, and AFLAC insurance is available, as are 457 plans through Kentucky Deferred Compensation.