Attorney 1/2

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Louisiana Board of Ethics is seeking an attorney to serve as legal counsel to the Board. The role provides advisory opinions, assists with litigation and enforcement actions, interprets ethics and disclosure laws, and educates public officials, employees, and the general public about compliance requirements. The Board administers and enforces Louisiana conflicts-of-interest legislation, campaign finance registration and reporting requirements, and lobbyist registration and disclosure laws, with the goals of achieving compliance and providing public access to disclosed information.

The position may be filled at the Attorney 1 or Attorney 2 level. The incumbent attends Board meetings and works under the supervision of a higher-level attorney when presenting requests for advisory opinions, investigation reports, and staff reports. Appointment may be probational, probation in lieu of promotion, job appointment, detail to special duty, or non-competitive reemployment.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

Nice To Haves

• Litigation experience.
• Strong oral argument, writing, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend Board of Ethics meetings and, under the supervision of a higher-level attorney, present requests for advisory opinions, investigation reports, and staff reports.
• Provide legal advice on interpreting and applying the Code of Governmental Ethics, Campaign Finance Disclosure Act, Lobbyist Disclosure Acts, and conflict-of-interest provisions of gaming laws.
• Prepare legal documents, including advisory opinions, consent opinions, charges, and general correspondence.
• Represent and assist with litigation on behalf of the Board, including administrative hearings, court appearances, legal research, and preparation of subpoenas and legal pleadings.
• Guide the public, elected officials, and public employees on ethics laws and disclosure requirements, including advising on advisory opinion requests and complaints.
• Deliver educational speeches and seminars about ethics laws and disclosure requirements.
• Handle enforcement litigation concerning noncompliance with campaign finance, lobbyist, and financial disclosure reporting requirements, including pleadings, hearing preparation, settlement negotiations, and court appearances.
• Review disclosure reports and records for compliance with applicable ethics and disclosure laws.

What This Job Offers

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