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Legal Counselor

2 months ago

Decatur, Illinois, United States GeorgiaGov Full time

**Job Summary**

The GeorgiaGov is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Attorney to join our team. As a Senior Attorney, you will provide legal advice and counsel to the executive management and staff of the Georgia Education Savings Authority.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and counsel to the executive management and staff of the Georgia Education Savings Authority.
  • Serve as the Authority's liaison for legal and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of all applicable laws, statutes, etc., both state and federal, governing the operation of the Authority.
  • Prepare proceedings and reports as necessary.
  • Draft program regulations.
  • Draft and negotiate various agreements.
  • Support the Promise Scholarship Program implementation leadership team.
  • Maintain current working knowledge of all pertinent federal and state laws, court rulings, rules and regulations and Authority policies and procedures.
  • Provide sound advice and counsel on matters concerning laws, regulations, liability, litigation, contracts, and/or risk management.
  • Respond to inquiries regarding legal determination, open records requests, and requests to review and comment on proposed legislation in a timely manner.
  • Apply knowledge of statutes to Authority operations, facts of case or dispute, and/or factual scenarios.
  • Develop and implement legal processes to ensure response to the legal needs of the Authority.
  • Conduct research for the Authority and assure that policies are accurate and reflect the correct interpretation of laws, rules, regulations, etc.
  • Review all pertinent legislation pending before the Georgia General Assembly, or at the federal level, and communicate to management the potential impact of proposed legislation on the Authority's mission and personnel.
  • Review contracting processes upon request.
  • Draft any legislation as applicable to the Authority.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
  • Licensed to practice law in Georgia.
  • Four years of management related legal experience.
  • Experience in applicable legal or governmental environment.
  • Polished and professional communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Contract Negotiation, Education, Employment Law, Statutory Interpretation, and Open Records/Open Meetings Act.
  • State of Georgia government experience is preferred.