Attorney 4 (Property Unit)

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Legal Section is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as senior counsel supporting the Property Litigation and Construction Units. The role handles complex legal matters involving property acquisition for transportation projects, expropriation and eminent domain, construction and public works litigation, utility relocations, and other issues affecting DOTD’s statewide transportation programs.

The selected candidate independently manages complex litigation, serves as first-chair trial counsel, advises DOTD leadership and program offices on specialized legal matters, and works with the Office of Real Estate, Office of Engineering, Utility and Permit personnel, outside counsel, governmental entities, and other stakeholders. The position also provides legal counsel to DOTD programs involving public works, intermodal transportation, aviation, water resources, and related infrastructure matters.

This position may be filled by probational appointment, promotion, or detail to special duty in accordance with applicable State Civil Service rules. The Special Entrance Rate is $3,125.60 biweekly. Additional compensation may be considered for applicants with extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials, subject to approval, verification, and applicable pay limitations.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.
• Three years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior counsel and first-chair trial attorney representing DOTD in complex property, construction, public works, expropriation, and inverse condemnation litigation.
• Develop litigation strategy, analyze complex legal matters, and represent DOTD in District and Appellate Courts throughout Louisiana.
• Coordinate litigation handled by outside counsel and provide guidance and training to attorneys assigned to Property and Construction matters.
• Advise the Office of Real Estate on property acquisition, appraisals, title documents, expropriation requirements, encroachments, evictions, and boundary disputes.
• Evaluate compensable property interest matters involving utility relocations and advise DOTD Utility and Permit personnel regarding reimbursement eligibility and related agreements.
• Provide legal counsel to DOTD programs involving Public Works, Intermodal Transportation, Aviation, water resources, flood control, ports, waterways, and other infrastructure-related programs.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies, attorneys, engineers, contractors, consultants, appraisers, and other stakeholders on complex legal and transportation matters.
• Assist with drafting and reviewing proposed legislation and evaluating its potential impact on DOTD programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed