State of Missouri ยท 2 hours ago
Assistant General Counsel-Litigation GC010226
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe State of Missouri is responsible for regulating utility services in the state, and they are seeking an Assistant General Counsel to oversee litigation matters. The role involves managing litigation teams, handling legal matters in courts, and providing legal analysis related to policy initiatives and energy development.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Take principal responsibility for litigation matters and supervise and direct a litigation team
Handle legal matters including defending Commission orders before state circuit and appellate courts
Other litigation and trial practice at all levels of state or federal courts
Management of all stages of case litigation and negotiation before federal agencies, such as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Legal analysis and advising regarding policy initiatives and energy development
Position may require a moderate amount of in-state and out-of-state travel
Qualification
Required
The candidate must have a Juris doctorate degree and admission to practice law in Missouri and be a member in good standing of the Missouri Bar
Must have a combined 5 years of litigation experience in either the civil, administrative or energy law and/or government regulation of private enterprise law areas
Ability to manage or coordinate all stages of complex case litigation and trial practice before all levels of the courts as well as state or federal agencies
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external contacts; strong oral and written communication skills; and proven ability to effectively develop trust, respect and cooperation across all areas of an organization and staff levels
Knowledge of civil practice and procedure is required
Preferred
Responsible management and/or supervisory experience preferred
Experience in public utility regulation or field of law directly related to public utility regulation is preferred, but not required
Benefits
Health insurance 1st of the month following start date.
10 hours paid sick and vacation time each month.
13 paid holidays.
Optional life, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
State employee pension plan and deferred savings program (with up to $75 match).
Potential flexible work schedules, physical fitness opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
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Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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