Public Sector Counsel: Litigation & Regulatory

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Works seeks a highly responsible attorney to provide legal counsel and representation for agency programs, including TANF, FITAP, Kinship Care, and SNAP Employment and Training. The role supports litigation, administrative appeals, and regulatory matters with broad supervision from the General Counsel or Executive Counsel.

The position requires possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law and involves travel throughout Louisiana to support programs, with compensation

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary agency attorney handling legal matters, administrative appeals, and litigation involving TANF, FITAP, Kinship Care Subsidy Program, SNAP Employment and Training, and Louisiana Rehabilitation Services programs; represents the agency before administrative tribunals and state and federal courts, preparing legal pleadings, briefs, and other necessary documents.
• Provides legal research, opinions, and recommendations on employment law, agency contracts, procurement matters, bid protests, subpoenas, and data requests.
• Provides legal counsel and representation to Louisiana Works and its various offices and departments, including Unemployment Insurance, Workforce Development, Management and Finance and Rehabilitation Services
• Travels throughout Louisiana, including occasional overnight travel, to support agency programs and legal proceedings.
• Ensures compliance with applicable legal requirements and supports internal and external audits.
• Performs other related legal duties as assigned.

Job description

Louisiana Works seeks a highly responsible attorney to provide legal counsel and representation for agency programs, including TANF, FITAP, Kinship Care, and SNAP Employment and Training. The role supports litigation, administrative appeals, and regulatory matters with broad supervision from the General Counsel or Executive Counsel.

The position requires possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law and involves travel throughout Louisiana to support programs, with compensation