State Government Attorney — Counsel & Litigation

Department of Professional and Financial Regulation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Department of Professional & Financial Regulation (and Boards) in Gardiner, ME seeks a seasoned attorney to provide legal advice across diverse subjects, oversee and collaborate with other attorneys on property, government, and litigation matters, and work under limited supervision.

The role emphasizes analysis of statutes, drafting opinions and briefs, and coordinating with the Attorney General’s Office for litigation.

Qualifications

• A Law degree from an accredited law school is required.
• Admitted to practice law in Maine and currently registered with the Maine Bar.
• Knowledge of Maine and federal law, and litigation and counseling methods.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze cases, research laws, and write legal opinions and briefs.
• Prepare cases and coordinate testimony with experts for court presentations.
• Develop legislation and regulations with senior management to ensure proper legal form.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Oral advocacy

Contract review

Case preparation

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Lexis/Nexis

Westlaw

Job description

Department of Professional & Financial Regulation (and Boards) in Gardiner, ME seeks a seasoned attorney to provide legal advice across diverse subjects, oversee and collaborate with other attorneys on property, government, and litigation matters, and work under limited supervision.

The role emphasizes analysis of statutes, drafting opinions and briefs, and coordinating with the Attorney General’s Office for litigation.