Senior Litigation Counsel

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office State Government Division/Employment Law Section is seeking a Senior Litigation Counsel.

Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of applicable statutes, case law, and court rules.
• Extensive experience and knowledge in civil litigation, including pretrial and trial practice.
• Knowledge of legal techniques and the basic concepts of American Jurisprudence and of the formats utilized in the preparation of legal documents.
• Knowledge of the practical factors that impact litigation decisions and goals, including plaintiff responses, opposing counsel strategies and judicial perspectives, and victim/witness considerations.
• Knowledge of financial considerations for the state.
• Knowledge of ethical standards applicable to lawyers and public employees.
• Skill in persuasive oral and written communication pertaining to case presentation through various stages of representation, including litigation through trial and appeal if required.
• Skill in preparing legal documents, memoranda, and correspondence efficiently.
• Skills include legal and factual issue analysis, legal research, legal writing, oral presentation, and negotiation.
• Skill in working with clients to solve problems.
• Skill in working with coworkers to solve problems.
• Skill in prioritizing multiple demands.
• Ability to identify issues, analyze and articulate legal arguments, assess evidence and communicate it to the client.
• Ability to manage a significant number of matters.
• Ability to effectively utilize skills of support subordinate staff.
• Ability to display courteous and professional behavior.
• Ability to appropriately apply professional ethical rules in daily practice.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in making strategic decisions in cases and in providing legal advice to clients.
• Ability to travel within and outside Arizona, including overnight stays.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work and stressful situations.
• A valid Arizona Driver’s License is required, along with consent to have your driving record run periodically.
• Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states).
• Candidate must have an active Arizona State Bar license.
• Attorney applicants are required to submit a writing sample with their resume/application profile.
• All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General's Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies.
• Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Employment Law experience.
• Extensive civil litigation experience, including pretrial and trial practice involving complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State and State employees in administrative proceedings and in federal and state court litigation referred pursuant to A.R.S. 41-621.
• Review, evaluate, monitor, and advise the Risk Management Division regarding statutory notices of claim and lawsuits regarding potential exposure.
• Read and analyze recent court decisions and rule changes affecting areas of practice.
• Make recommendations regarding settlement.
• Mentor and advise newer, less experienced attorneys; provide advice, consultation, work review, and co-counsel.
• Research and draft legal documents, memoranda, and appellate briefs, correspondence, and settlement agreements.
• Prepare for and attend hearings and depositions in Phoenix and other Arizona locations, including virtually.
• Attend office and staff meetings, handle office administrative matters.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

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