Senior Government Litigation Attorney (Remote Eligible)

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Austin seeks an Attorney IV to support the LSD Litigation 3 unit. The role defends HHSC in employment and related litigation, advising executives and coordinating with the Office of the Attorney General to shape litigation strategy.

Requires a JD/LLB and at least five years of litigation experience. Telework is eligible within Texas; travel up to 15%; full-time exempt position with a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in Texas in good standing.
• Minimum five years of litigation experience.
• Experience handling employment law matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and prepare briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Develop litigation strategy with coordination with the Attorney General's office.
• Represent the agency at hearings and depositions; manage casework.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Analytical reasoning

Relationship building

Communication

Litigation management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Austin seeks an Attorney IV to support the LSD Litigation 3 unit. The role defends HHSC in employment and related litigation, advising executives and coordinating with the Office of the Attorney General to shape litigation strategy.

Requires a JD/LLB and at least five years of litigation experience. Telework is eligible within Texas; travel up to 15%; full-time exempt position with a robust benefits package.