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Government
Little Rock, AR, United States
ATTORNEY SPECIALIST
Attorney
Company Review
Min 3 yrs required
Full-time
No
The Attorney Specialist position with the Department of Finance and Administration in Little Rock, AR is a highly important role in the agency's legal operations. This position offers a competitive starting salary of $62,531 and requires a minimum of three years of experience practicing law after obtaining a law degree from an accredited school. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting legal research, writing legal documents, and providing legal assistance to the agency in accordance with state and federal laws. Role and Responsibilities: • Conduct legal research and analyze data and documentation related to the agency's legal matters • Research case law, state law, and federal laws to prepare for potential mediation, litigation, conciliation agreements, or settlements • Write legal briefs, motions, and other pleadings to support arguments in mediation or litigation processes • Analyze and interpret state and federal laws to determine their impact on agency programs • Advise agency management on potential legal issues and provide legal opinions on resolving them • Represent the agency in legal proceedings and draft proposed legislation and amendments to current legislation • May supervise a small administrative support staff and conduct interviews for agency vacancies Requirements: • Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar • Minimum of three years of experience practicing law • Ability to research, analyze, and interpret laws and provide legal guidance and technical assistance • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of administrative support staff Benefits: • Competitive starting salary of $62,531 • Opportunities for professional growth and development • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance • Retirement plan options • Paid time off and holidays Application Process: • Only completed applications with work history will be accepted. • Applications must include complete work history and references. • A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. • False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination. Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference. E-Verify: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the . Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information, contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA). In summary, the Attorney Specialist position with the Department of Finance and Administration in Little Rock, AR offers a competitive starting salary of $62,531 and requires a minimum of three years of experience practicing law. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting legal research, writing legal documents, and providing legal assistance to the agency in accordance with state and federal laws. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed attorney looking to advance their career in a government agency. Apply now and join a team dedicated to providing efficient and effective service to the citizens of Arkansas.
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Legal research, Legal writing, Litigation, Legal assistance, State and federal laws, Legal briefs, Legal opinions, Legislative drafting, Supervision
Law degree from accredited school
Complete application with work history and references, include resume if desired.
Qualification and Experience Licensed attorney, admitted to Arkansas State Bar, law degree from accredited law school
Legal
USD 62531 to 90670 Annually
Aug 11, 2024
Apr 28, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceLicensed attorney, admitted to Arkansas State Bar, law degree from accredited law school
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