Attorney 3

Georgia Department of Revenue•Atlanta, GA

56d•$56,310 - $91,044•Hybrid

About The Position

Under broad supervision, this position provides analysis and/or recommendations on legal issues within the scope and authority of the agency. Acts as a liaison or representative between the agency and the Department of Law. This position consists primarily of assisting the three-member Board of Directors in reviewing, analyzing, and disposing of workers’ compensation appeals. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for attending appellate oral arguments, performing legal research, providing analysis and policy recommendations, and drafting legal memoranda, orders, and awards. The Staff Attorney may have the opportunity to be trained as a Settlement Adjudicator. Opportunity also exists for professional advancement. Determine validity of claim and associate liability according to current laws, judicial and administrative precedents and available evidence. Prepare written responses to clients. Recommends the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements. Ensures compliance with all applicable SBWC policies, state and federal regulations. Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia OR eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring OR reciprocity AND Two years of relevant legal experience OR Two years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021)
J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia (or be eligible for admission on motion)
Excellent legal research, writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

May have the opportunity to be trained as a Settlement Adjudicator.
Opportunity for professional advancement.

Responsibilities

Assisting the three-member Board of Directors in reviewing, analyzing, and disposing of workers’ compensation appeals.
Attending appellate oral arguments.
Performing legal research.
Providing analysis and policy recommendations.
Drafting legal memoranda, orders, and awards.
Determining validity of claim and associate liability according to current laws, judicial and administrative precedents and available evidence.
Preparing written responses to clients.
Recommending the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements.
Ensuring compliance with all applicable SBWC policies, state and federal regulations.
Other Duties as assigned.