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Commonwealth of Kentucky · 1 day ago

Associate Legal Counsel -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)

Frankfort, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$58K/yr - $68K/yr

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to support various legal services and issues affecting the KCOJ and AOC. The role involves conducting legal research, assisting in policy development, reviewing legislation, and advising on litigation matters.

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Responsibilities

Work under the guidance and direct administrative supervision of the Deputy General Counsel

Conduct detailed research and analysis and prepare legal memoranda and advisory opinions on a wide variety of issues related to the business of the KCOJ

Assist in the development and, or, review of: AOC standard operating procedures and departmental policies, guidelines, and best practices; Administrative Procedures of the Court of Justice (APs) and other Rules of Court; AOC departmental manuals; AOC court forms; KCOJ and AOC publications; and local rules of court upon request from the Office of Chief Justice

Review proposed and enacted legislation each Session to assess the impact on KCOJ/AOC programs and services, and on KCOJ/AOC court forms

Assist the KCOJ/AOC with the implementation of new and revised legislation affecting court services and programs

Advise on issues arising from litigation filed against the KCOJ/AOC and its elected officials and personnel

Represent the KCOJ/AOC on, or provide staff support to, various work groups, committees, and commissions

Remain current on national court administration issues and legal developments affecting the KCOJ

Maintain professional working relationships with co-workers, KCOJ officials and their staff, and AOC management and staff

Other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Licensed attorneyLegal researchLegal writingOral communicationInterpersonal skillsTime managementComputer skillsAnalytical skills

Required

Advanced Degree – Graduate of Accredited Law School

A licensed attorney in the practice of law at the time of acceptance of the position

Must be a licensed attorney and a member in good standing with the Ky. Bar Association no later than the date that employment is to commence

Working knowledge of the procedural operations of all levels of court

Excellent legal research, analysis, writing, oral communication, and computer skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with judges, circuit court clerks, court staff, and AOC staff and management

Advanced time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize, complete work duties under strict deadlines and execute tasks in high pressure situations