Junior Public Utility Litigation Counsel (AC1)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework may be available

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Public Utility Commission (PUC) invites applications for an Assistant Counsel 1 in the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (I&E) in Harrisburg. Recent law school graduates will join a team-oriented environment to begin a career in utility law-focused litigation.

As an AC1, you will review filings, conduct legal research, develop case materials, coordinate with staff, negotiate settlements, and advocate before Administrative Law Judges.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, or preparatory steps to become a member thereof.

Responsibilities

• Review filings or investigations to determine the proper response for enforcement
• Develop analyses and recommendations on legal and procedural matters
• Prepare documents, testimony, and strategies for litigation and hearings
• Work with technical or legal staff to build strong and organized case approaches
• Negotiate agreements or prepare materials for further legal action
• Present arguments, question witnesses, and support evidence before Administrative Law Judges

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Public Utility Commission (PUC) invites applications for an Assistant Counsel 1 in the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (I&E) in Harrisburg. Recent law school graduates will join a team-oriented environment to begin a career in utility law-focused litigation.

As an AC1, you will review filings, conduct legal research, develop case materials, coordinate with staff, negotiate settlements, and advocate before Administrative Law Judges.