State of Oklahoma · 1 day ago
Assistant General Counsel
The State of Oklahoma is dedicated to enhancing the experience of its citizens in accessing government services. The Assistant General Counsel will provide legal advice and representation for Service Oklahoma, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while supporting the General Counsel in strategic legal matters.
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Responsibilities
Serves as first- and second-chair in administrative hearings
Analyzes, reviews, and determines impact of proposed legislation
Analyzes, researches, and reviews subpoenas and other requests under the Open Records Act and other privacy laws
Attends meetings as a representative of the legal division as assigned by the General Counsel
Serves as second- and first-chair in state and federal court proceedings involving the agency, including drafting of pleadings and discovery, motions hearings, depositions, and trial
Advises on questions of law or administrative policy involved in the operation of the agency and its contacts with industry, private or professional associations, state federal, or local government, and the public
Provides legal advice and counsel regarding all aspects of legal issues facing the agency
Prepares the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, motions, petitions, and other legal documents
Conducts legal research and ensures compliance with federal and state laws
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma
Minimum two (2) years legal experience as a licensed attorney
Ability to display good judgment
Detail-oriented
Possess strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate solid, efficient research and writing skills
Self-starter and independent, but also able to collaborate and work well with others
Preferred
Experience in administrative law, contracts, litigation, and/or other areas of law involved in the operations of a state government agency
Governmental and administrative law practice experience is strongly preferred
Benefits
A generous benefits package, including a benefits allowance to off-set the costs of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans.
The Service Oklahoma will match up to 7% towards an employee’s Defined Contribution retirement plan.
11 paid holidays
15 days of paid annual leave, which increases with every 5 years of service
15 days of paid sick leave
Longevity payments based on their years of service with the State of Oklahoma.
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State of Oklahoma
State of Oklahoma is a government organization that provides community development, education, employment, and health services.
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