Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts · 2 days ago
Associate Legal Counsel -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Frankfort, KY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$58K/yr - $68K/yrThe Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to provide legal services to the Director and staff of the AOC. This role involves conducting legal research, assisting in policy development, and advising on litigation and legislative impacts.
Government Administration
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
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
Company
Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts
The Kentucky Judicial Branch – also called the Kentucky Court of Justice – is responsible for providing citizens with equal access to justice as they exercise their constitutional rights and privileges.
Founded in 1976
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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