State Counsel: Indian Law & Regulatory Affairs

South Dakota AG; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Dental & vision

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General in Pierre, South Dakota seeks an Assistant Attorney General to provide legal counsel and litigation support to state agencies on Indian law, natural resources, taxation, and regulatory issues.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctor, are licensed to practice in South Dakota or can obtain licensure promptly, and demonstrate excellent writing, research, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in South Dakota or able to obtain licensure promptly.
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and representation to state agencies on a broad range of matters.
• Draft legal memos, opinions, and administrative rules; advise agency leadership.
• Represent the State in administrative and judicial proceedings.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Office of the Attorney General in Pierre, South Dakota seeks an Assistant Attorney General to provide legal counsel and litigation support to state agencies on Indian law, natural resources, taxation, and regulatory issues.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctor, are licensed to practice in South Dakota or can obtain licensure promptly, and demonstrate excellent writing, research, and communication skills.