Corporate - General Attorney in Green Bay, WI

Government

Green Bay, WI

Corporate - General Attorney in Green Bay, WI

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Organization: Brown County
Department: Corporation Counsel
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel (Attorney)
Experience Level: Entry Level/Experienced

Salary Information:
- $86, annually
- Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Participation in the nationally-ranked retirement program
- Work-life balance and participation in the public loan forgiveness program

Job Description:
- Provides legal counsel and representation in civil, administrative, and regulatory matters for Brown County.
- Assists in juvenile matters, including CHIPs and Termination of Parental Rights actions.
- Represents Brown County agencies, employees, and officials in litigation proceedings.
- Provides legal opinions and advice to the County Board of Supervisors and its committees.
- Conducts legal research and prepares various legal documents.
- Investigates claims and complaints made against the County government and recommends action to be taken.
- Attends meetings and conferences as directed by the Corporation Counsel.
- Assists in long-range planning for the department and monitoring the implementation of strategic plans.
- Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge through seminars, training programs, and reading publications.
- Assumes additional responsibilities in the absence of the Corporation Counsel.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Law Degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Wisconsin.
- Some legal experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of county, state, federal, and common law.
- Familiarity with constitutional law affecting county government.
- Understanding of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
- Ability to utilize a computer and required software.
- Skills and abilities to perform the functions required of a municipal legal official.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work required hours.

Organization: Brown County
Department: Corporation Counsel
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel (Attorney)
Experience Level: Entry Level/Experienced

H1: Brown County Hiring Assistant Corporation Counsel (Attorney)
H2: Join the Legal Team at Brown County

Brown County, located in Green Bay, WI, is currently seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel (Attorney) to join their legal team. This full-time position offers a salary of $86, annually, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in the nationally-ranked retirement program and the public loan forgiveness program.

As an Assistant Corporation Counsel, you will assist the Corporation Counsel in providing legal counsel and representation for the county in civil, administrative, and regulatory matters. This includes handling juvenile matters such as CHIPs and Termination of Parental Rights actions. You will also have the opportunity to represent Brown County agencies, employees, and officials in litigation proceedings and provide legal opinions and advice to the County Board of Supervisors and its committees.

To be considered for this position, you must have a Law Degree from an accredited law school and be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Wisconsin. While some legal experience is preferred, it is not required. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of county, state, federal, and common law, as well as familiarity with constitutional law affecting county government. Strong communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships are also essential for success in this role.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will also have the ability to utilize a computer and required software, conduct legal research, and prepare a variety of legal documents. They will also have the skills and abilities necessary to perform the functions required of a municipal legal official and to maintain and upgrade their professional knowledge through continuing education.

At Brown County, we value work-life balance and offer a supportive and collaborative work environment. We are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join our team and make a positive impact on our community while advancing your legal career. Apply today!