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Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development · 3 days ago

Attorney Supervisor (Property Unit)

Baton Rouge, LA

Contract

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is dedicated to developing and maintaining safe infrastructure for the people of Louisiana. The Attorney Supervisor for the Property Unit will oversee legal operations, manage staff, and provide legal guidance on real estate matters, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

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Responsibilities

Serves as statewide legal advisor to the DOTD Real Estate Section, providing counsel related to right-of-way acquisition and expropriation matters to ensure project and letting deadlines are met

Oversees and manages legal operations of the Property Unit, including assignment, review, and approval of legal, administrative, and clerical work

Supervises attorneys, contract counsel, paralegals, and clerical staff engaged in property and real estate legal matters

Provides legal guidance and support in the preparation, litigation, and resolution of expropriation suits, inverse condemnation cases, and related administrative proceedings

Assists with or leads highly complex litigation, including jury and non-jury trials and appellate matters, when required

Manages professional service contracts related to litigation support, including monitoring performance and approving payments for services and costs

Monitors and analyzes legislation impacting the Real Estate Section; provides interpretation, recommendations, and drafts legislation as needed in coordination with executive legal leadership

Performs special legal and administrative assignments as directed by the General Counsel or executive leadership, including emergency or disaster support activities