State Regulatory Attorney - Enforcement & Policy Impact

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry seeks an Attorney to join its executive/legal team in Baton Rouge. This role handles board documents, agency programs, and administrative adjudicatory matters, supporting compliance with laws and agency regulations.

Applicants must hold a current Louisiana license to practice law. The position offers full-time hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities to influence policy and enforcement within a mission-driven state agency.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.
• Experience in legal research, drafting, and regulatory compliance is a plus.
• Strong communication and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documents for board meetings, programs, and administrative adjudicatory processes, including related litigation, contracts, memoranda, and enforcement packages.
• Investigate complaints on potential legal or regulatory violations within the agency.
• Assist in determining if a complaint violates laws and whether evidence supports charges or actions.
• Provide recommendations on enforcement proceedings and prepare for adjudicatory hearings.
• Draft rules and regulations through the Administrative Procedure Act.
• Monitor and draft proposed legislation.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, rules, and court decisions.
• Prepare memos for agency officials.
• Assist with public records requests and ensure compliance.

Skills

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Policy drafting

Education

Louisiana bar license

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry seeks an Attorney to join its executive/legal team in Baton Rouge. This role handles board documents, agency programs, and administrative adjudicatory matters, supporting compliance with laws and agency regulations.

Applicants must hold a current Louisiana license to practice law. The position offers full-time hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities to influence policy and enforcement within a mission-driven state agency.