Senior Attorney

1 month ago

Decatur, Illinois, United States GeorgiaGov Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Attorney III to join our team at the Central Office in Decatur, Georgia. As a key member of our legal team, you will provide expert analysis and recommendations on legal issues, represent the agency in administrative hearings, and provide training to other staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide analysis and recommendations on legal issues within the scope and authority of the agency.
  • Act as a liaison or representative between the agency and Department of Law.
  • Review investigative reports and identify areas that require further investigation.
  • Research and analyze current statutory and case law affecting the agency and/or programs.
  • Represent the agency in administrative hearings or as a client to the Department of Law.
  • Provide training for other staff.
  • Provide research and analysis of legal, policy, and environmental issues.
  • Provide legal services such as writing articles and drafting new or amended legislation or regulations.
  • Provide analysis, answers, or recommendations regarding legal, liability, and/or risk-management issues.
  • Prepare grant and contract proposals and administer contracts with funding agencies.
  • Participate in the preparation and coordination of cases prior to and during court trials and administrative hearings.
  • Participate in the implementation of settlements, agreements, and/or legal judgments within approved guidelines.
  • Implement administrative processes designed to maintain and monitor the legal compliance of departmental processes and activities.
  • Identify and resolve, or assist in the resolution of, legal problems.
  • Draft amendments to existing contracts and standardized letters and notices related to administrative legal procedures.
  • Develop, oversee, and implement administrative processes designed to maintain and monitor the legal compliance of department processes.
  • Coordinate and implement due process procedures and procedures for appeals.
  • Act as a resource to answer questions and evaluate the status of reimbursements or recoupments.
  • May supervise and/or direct the work of others.
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and be licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia. Alternatively, you may be eligible to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination or have reciprocity and two years of relevant legal experience.

Preferred qualifications include strong writing and analytical skills, experience in Juvenile Justice and Advocacy, and experience with employment law, worker's compensation, and contract review.

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