Senior Attorney Lead, Disciplinary Counsel Investigations

Connecticut Judicial Branch; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 126,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut Judicial Branch in Hartford is seeking a qualified attorney to assist the Chief Disciplinary Counsel in investigating and pursuing complaints against attorneys and alleged unauthorized practice of law.

The role includes reviewing complaint records, pursuing contested matters, and recommending dispositions to the appropriate committees, with potential assignments as Trustee to inventory files or handle related appeals as needed.

Qualifications

• Membership in the Connecticut Bar and seven years of experience in the practice of law.
• Litigation experience is required; administrative experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Review complaint records from grievance panels where probable cause exists.
• Pursue matters at contested hearings before statewide grievance or reviewing committees.
• Make dispositions recommendations to the committees.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Records review

Education

Connecticut Bar membership

Job description

The State of Connecticut Judicial Branch in Hartford is seeking a qualified attorney to assist the Chief Disciplinary Counsel in investigating and pursuing complaints against attorneys and alleged unauthorized practice of law.

The role includes reviewing complaint records, pursuing contested matters, and recommending dispositions to the appropriate committees, with potential assignments as Trustee to inventory files or handle related appeals as needed.