Legislative Attorney

Connecticut General Assembly; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

The Connecticut General Assembly’s nonpartisan Legislative Commissioners' Office seeks two full-time permanent staff attorneys for a unique legal opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Primary duties include drafting legislation with Legislators, serving as legal counsel to committees, indexing and codifying public acts, and reviewing proposed agency regulations. Starting salary is $99,378 with potential hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record and law degree required.
• Admission to the Connecticut bar at hiring time.
• Superior writing and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft legislation in collaboration with Legislators.
• Provide legal counsel to one or more legislative committees.
• Index and codify public acts for publication.
• Review proposed state agency regulations.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Law degree

Bar admission (Connecticut)

Job description

The Connecticut General Assembly's nonpartisan Legislative Commissioners' Office seeks two full time permanent staff attorneys for a unique legal opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Examples of Duties

Primary responsibilities for employees working in the Legislative Commissioners' Office is working with Legislators to draft legislation and serving as legal counsel to one or more legislative committees.Additional responsibilities include providing related legal services, indexing and codifying public acts for publication, and reviewing proposed state agency regulations.

Typical Qualifications

Requires superior writing and analytical skills, thoroughness, accuracy and attention to detail, strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.Ideal candidates take a proactive approach to their work and are strongly self-motivated.Must perform excellent work under tight deadlines and be willing and able to work long hours during legislative sessions.Excellent academic record, law degree, and admission to the Connecticut bar at the time of hiring are required.

Supplemental Information

Applications must have resume and cover letter attached. Cover letter should state how applicant feels they are qualified for the position.Starting salary for this position is $99,378. Hybrid work may be available.