Entry-Level State Litigation Attorney

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Job summary

The State of Arkansas, Department of Human Services, seeks an OCC Litigation Attorney to serve as litigation counsel for DHS divisions, offices, and programs. Responsibilities include providing legal advice to DHS and representing in state and federal (non-jury) litigation, including appeals.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate and Arkansas State Bar licensure, with three years of legal experience. The position offers a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and other state benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is required.
• Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar.
• Three years of legal experience preferred or required per agency review.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal research, analysis and support on matters affecting DHS and state agencies.
• Draft legal documents, assist with litigation, and advise agency personnel on legal issues.
• Represent DHS in state and federal (non-jury) litigation, including appeals, under supervision.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

Job description

The State of Arkansas, Department of Human Services, seeks an OCC Litigation Attorney to serve as litigation counsel for DHS divisions, offices, and programs. Responsibilities include providing legal advice to DHS and representing in state and federal (non-jury) litigation, including appeals.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate and Arkansas State Bar licensure, with three years of legal experience. The position offers a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and other state benefits.