State of Utah · 20 hours ago
Attorney I-DWS
Salt Lake County, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid LevelThe State of Utah's Office of General Counsel is seeking experienced attorneys to join their in-house counsel team. This role involves providing legal advice and representation for various agency divisions, ensuring compliance with laws, and engaging in litigation as needed.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyLaw Enforcement
Responsibilities
Provide consultation, make recommendations, and give appropriate advice to assigned Department divisions
Receive, research, and respond to incoming questions or complaints; provide information, explain policy and procedures or facilitate a resolution
Communicate and manage relationships within office and clients while providing legal advice
Prepare documents consisting of concise recommendations based upon facts, interpretations of law and compliance with state and federal standards
Conduct legal research and analysis, gather evidence, and facilitate appropriate case outcomes
Write or draft correspondence, reports, documents or other written materials
Prepare cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence
Facilitate resolution of civil and administrative actions; represent agency at formal or informal hearings
Take administrative and civil legal action against violators of statutes and rules, including enforcement of civil judgments
Draft all types of pleadings and motions, including evidentiary motions, dispositive motions, and discovery motions
Determine needs in discovery; participate in decision making and strategy sessions in preparing cases for court and determining evidence to be used
Present written and oral argument on motions and other matters before any type of court, judge, or adjudicator
Conduct conferences with parties, including self-represented parties, negotiate settlements, and attend court appearances throughout the State
May be required to travel to various court locations and stay overnight
Qualification
Required
A Juris Doctorate
Active membership in the Utah Bar Association
Membership in good standing in the Utah State Bar, or qualification to practice pending admission to the Utah Bar under Supreme Court Rule of Professional Practice 14-809
General understanding of laws governing privacy and access to government records
Experience providing general legal counsel to a governmental entity or to senior level management
Working knowledge of the Open and Public Meetings Act and the Utah Public Officers' and Employees' Ethics Act
Working knowledge of the Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act and rulemaking procedures
Beyond proficient in legal analysis, including the interpretation and application of case law, statutes, rules, and regulations
Firm understanding of the procedural and evidentiary rules for both administrative proceedings and civil litigation in Utah
The ability to write clearly and concisely, while maintaining legal accuracy
Strong interpersonal skills
Commitment to meet the highest ethical standards and standards of professionalism
The ability to learn novel computer applications as navigating Department specific computer applications is required
As part of this application process, you must upload a 5 to 10 page legal writing sample into your application profile
Preferred
Advanced legal writing skills
Strong communication skills
Experience advising executive leadership and representing governmental entities
Benefits
Great health and retirement benefits
Generous paid time off
Company
State of Utah
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