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State of Missouri · 9 hours ago

Attorney

Jefferson City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

The State of Missouri is seeking an Attorney to perform legal functions for the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission and the Missouri Department of Transportation. This role involves researching legal issues, providing legal advice, and preparing legal documents while offering opportunities for career advancement based on skills and experience.

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Hiring Manager

Carley Chinnis

Responsibilities

Research legal issues; draft legal memos, opinions, and issue papers

Provide legal advice and counsel to MoDOT staff on various legal issues, including issues of eminent domain, general liability, risk management and "dangerous condition" of public property claims, and HR related matters

Prepare, review, and examine routine contracts, land title commitments, and conveyances of real estate for proper description and execution

Prepare routine pleadings, motions, and briefs and may assist as second chair in circuit court or federal district court; assist in the preparation of briefs and motions in appellate courts; and the like

Assist in representing the MHTC in informal or contested case administrative hearings