ATTORNEY II

State of Arkansas•Madison, AR

1d•$85,943 - $127,195

About The Position

The Attorney II is a mid-level legal professional within the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. The position provides legal counsel, conducts legal research, drafts documents, and represents the agency in administrative and judicial proceedings. It requires independent decision-making, case management, and complex legal analysis. The department’s mission is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service that encourages voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
At least two years of experience as an attorney.
Must be licensed as an attorney in the State of Arkansas.
Strong understanding of Arkansas state laws, administrative regulations, and judicial procedures.
Advanced legal research skills and proficiency with legal databases such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or Fastcase.
Ability to draft and review legal documents, contracts, and policy statements precisely.
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.
Ability 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 compliance, policy implementation, and statutory interpretation.
Review proposed legislation, administrative rules, and agency policies for legal sufficiency.
Interpret state and federal laws, court decisions, and regulatory changes affecting 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.
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 for 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.