Public Lands & Natural Resources Attorney (State AG)

State of Utah

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 84,000 - 123,000

Full time

4 days ago

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State of Utah seeks an attorney for the Office of the Attorney General, Natural Resources Division, to advise on sovereign lands, conservation easements, and related state and federal issues. Requires Utah State Bar membership and admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah. Location: Salt Lake City.

Applicants should have excellent written and oral advocacy, teamwork skills, and experience in natural resources law. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate required.
Active Utah State Bar membership required.
Background check will be completed.
Must be willing to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Prepares cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence.
Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and facilitates decisions.
Determines discovery needs and participates in strategy sessions.
Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, and legal briefs.
Responds to inquiries; explains policy and procedures and facilitates resolutions.
Represents the State in lawsuits, grievances, and other matters.
Prepares litigation documents and analyses grounded in facts and law.
Conducts conferences, negotiates settlements, and may appear in court.
Represents agency at hearings and could travel to various court locations.