Forensic AttorneyThe incumbent in this position provides legal representation to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (Agency) under the direction of the General Counsel. The Work You Will Do Represents the Agency in litigation in various forums to include state trial and appellate courts, federal trial and appellate courts, and state and federal administrative forums. Represents the Agency in Forensic litigation. Analyzes legal issues raised by the Developmental Disabilities Centers and the Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program, provides legal advice and guidance as needed.
Performs a variety of complicated legal services. Provides legal advice and guidance on complex Agency issues. Responds to oral and written requests from Agency personnel as directed by the General Counsel. Legal advice and guidance require careful research, exploration of the underlying facts, and discussions with appropriate staff.
Conducts legal research, interprets statutes, reviews regulations, rules and operating procedures as necessary in carrying out duties and responsibilities. Works with Agency personnel in developing legislation, reviewing proposed legislation, (bill analyses), implementing new legislation, and reviewing existing statutes for proposing any needed legislation. Drafts and reviews proposed rules for both substantive and technical legality. Participate in rule development, rule workshops and rule hearings.
Responsible for moving proposed rules through the statutory rulemaking process. Drafts and reviews contracts for the agency to ensure legal sufficiency and advantageous business relationships for the agency. Performs other duties as assigned.
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This position is listed as contract and onsite.