ATTORNEY II
About The Position
This position is responsible for representing petitioners and the State in all civil commitments originating in the Sixth Judicial District, and many commitments originating outside of Pulaski County that get transferred there. The attorney is responsible for preparing for court, reviewing petitions, and questioning witnesses. The attorney also represents the State in Act 911 cases at the State Hospital and for those defendants who have been released and remain in Pulaski and Perry Counties. The attorney also acts as a reference and assists in research related to commitment and Act 911 issues for prosecutors offices around the state. The Attorney II is a mid-level legal professional within the state government, responsible for providing legal counsel, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and representing the agency in administrative and judicial proceedings. This position builds upon the foundational legal knowledge of Attorney I by requiring more independent decision-making, case management, and complex legal analysis.
Requirements
- Must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, plus two years of experience as an Attorney.
- Must be licensed as an Attorney in the State of Arkansas.
Nice To Haves
- Strong understanding of Arkansas state laws, administrative regulations, and judicial procedures.
- Advanced legal research skills, with proficiency in using legal databases (Westlaw, LexisNexis, Fastcase).
- Ability to draft and review legal documents, contracts, and policy statements with precision.
- Experience with litigation, case management, and dispute resolution processes.
- Ability to assess complex legal matters and develop sound legal strategies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey legal concepts to various stakeholders.
- Capacity to provide strategic legal advice and anticipate legal risks.
- Ability to manage multiple legal matters and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to advocate for the agency’s interests while working toward fair resolutions.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal guidance to state agencies, boards, and commissions on matters of compliance, policy implementation, and statutory interpretation.
- Review and analyze proposed legislation, administrative rules, and agency policies for legal sufficiency.
- Interpret state and federal laws, court decisions, and regulatory changes that impact agency operations.
- Prepare and present cases in administrative hearings, state courts, and appellate proceedings.
- Assist in defending or prosecuting claims on behalf of the state.
- Develop legal arguments, draft pleadings, and participate in discovery processes.
- Represent the agency in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration when applicable.
- Conduct in-depth legal research on statutory, regulatory, and constitutional issues.
- Draft legal memoranda, contracts, interagency agreements, and official opinions.
- Review and approve agency contracts, procurement agreements, and administrative decisions to ensure compliance with state laws.
- Advise agencies on ethics, administrative law, public records, and employment-related legal issues.
- Assist in developing and implementing regulatory policies to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
- Monitor and evaluate court rulings, attorney general opinions, and legislative changes that affect agency procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
