Disciplinary Counsel: Public Integrity & Appellate Prosecution

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Professional Regulation, part of the Iowa Judicial Branch, is seeking a Disciplinary Counsel to lead enforcement of the Iowa Rules of Professional Conduct. This full-time attorney will represent the Board in disciplinary proceedings and advise on rule interpretations in Des Moines, IA.

The role requires strong litigation experience, integrity, and the ability to manage a demanding caseload. Travel is occasional; relocation assistance is not available.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an ABA-accredited law school and admitted to practice in Iowa.
• License must be in good standing; no public disciplinary history in Iowa or elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Review complaints and evaluate investigations.
• Conduct confidential investigations; work with investigators and Board members.
• Negotiate stipulations and dispositions; advise during hearings.
• Draft reports, recommendations, briefs, and appellate filings.
• Participate in rule development and policy discussions; respond to inquiries.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Judgment

Caseload management

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Collaboration

Organization

Communication

Fairness & objectivity

Appellate advocacy

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Admitted to Iowa bar

Tools

Clio

Job description

The Office of Professional Regulation, part of the Iowa Judicial Branch, is seeking a Disciplinary Counsel to lead enforcement of the Iowa Rules of Professional Conduct. This full-time attorney will represent the Board in disciplinary proceedings and advise on rule interpretations in Des Moines, IA.

The role requires strong litigation experience, integrity, and the ability to manage a demanding caseload. Travel is occasional; relocation assistance is not available.