Litigation Attorney, State Government

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Justice seeks an Assistant Attorney General for a Career Progression Group. The role involves serving as a litigator, providing legal counsel to state agencies, and conducting legally rigorous research and drafting pleadings.

Travel up to 15% is required for state-wide appearances, conferences, and education. Qualified candidates must hold a Louisiana law license in good standing, demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, and have experience in

Qualifications

• Must possess license to practice law in Louisiana and be in good standing.
• Ability to travel up to 15% for state-wide appearances and conferences.
• Preferred: litigations in federal and state courts; motions practice and presenting oral arguments in state courts.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies; coordinates with client agencies.
• Serve as the primary or secondary litigator on all assigned cases through final disposition.
• Perform legal research and draft all pleadings, correspondence, or other documents.
• Requires attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to the State.
• Be punctual in attendance at meetings and court appearances related to the litigation of the assigned case; render legal services as needed.
• Ensure work complies with the Louisiana Constitution, Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure, Federal APA, local rules, and codes of professionalism.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by supervisors.
• Assist agencies in the investigation and litigation of civil matters related to collections for debts owed to the state.
• Convene hearings, issue subpoenas, administer oaths, hear testimony, examine witnesses, and issue decisions and orders based on evidence.

Skills

Litigation experience

Oral arguments

Legal research

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel up to 15%

Education

Louisiana Bar license

Good standing with Louisiana Bar

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Justice seeks an Assistant Attorney General for a Career Progression Group. The role involves serving as a litigator, providing legal counsel to state agencies, and conducting legally rigorous research and drafting pleadings.

Travel up to 15% is required for state-wide appearances, conferences, and education. Qualified candidates must hold a Louisiana law license in good standing, demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, and have experience in