Public Sector Counsel - Advisory & Litigation

Washington County

Hillsboro (OR)

On-site

USD 123,000 - 152,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Washington County is seeking an Assistant County Counsel I to support a wide range of legal work for County departments and programs. The position handles legal research, prepares cases and documents, and assists with interpreting and applying laws and ordinances.

Under supervision by the County Counsel and Deputy County Counsel, the role involves advising department heads, drafting opinions and settlement agreements, preparing for state and federal trials, and attending meetings and hearings

Qualifications

JD and 3 years of professional-level legal experience.
Membership in the Oregon State Bar within 30 days of hire.
Must pass a background investigation.

Responsibilities

Providing legal advice to County leadership, preparing written legal opinions, and drafting settlement agreements.
Researching and interpreting statutes, regulations, court decisions, and other legal authorities and applying findings to cases, briefs, and legal analyses.
Preparing cases for trial, assisting with enforcement and civil commitment matters, and helping defend the County and its employees in litigation.
Participating in meetings, hearings, and trials and offering legal guidance to boards, commissions, and other County partners.
Performing other related duties as needed.