Senior Public Finance Attorney — Bond Review & Counsel

Texas Attorney General; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Attorney General's Office, Austin, is seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Public Finance Division to review and approve complex bonds for state and local entities. The role includes mentoring junior attorneys, providing counsel, and advancing bond review processes.

Ideal candidates have a JD, Texas bar admission, and at least three years of public finance experience, with strong research and communication skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed attorney by the State Bar of Texas.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a professional office environment.

Responsibilities

• Review bond transcripts for state agencies and others.
• Draft preliminary and final approval letters for bond transcripts.
• Conduct legal research in Public Finance.
• Provide legal counsel to client state agencies.
• Supervise/assist in training of fellow attorneys and staff.
• Assist with bond review processes and procedures.

Skills

Legal research

Oral and written communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Texas Attorney General's Office, Austin, is seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Public Finance Division to review and approve complex bonds for state and local entities. The role includes mentoring junior attorneys, providing counsel, and advancing bond review processes.

Ideal candidates have a JD, Texas bar admission, and at least three years of public finance experience, with strong research and communication skills.