Comptroller - Assistant Chief Counsel for General Litigation (Attorney V)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Join the Operations & Support Legal Services Division as the Assistant Chief Counsel for General Litigation! Works with the Chief Counsel of General Litigation to direct and plan the agency’s legal activities for matters that may or do proceed to federal and state civil courts or administrative hearings for all divisions within the agency except Tax Administration.

This includes federal and state agency investigations, administrative hearings, litigation, proceedings before courts of intermediate and final appeal, and federal courts performing core proceedings (Supreme Court of the United States, Bankruptcy).

Analyzes litigation risks and plans pre-litigation strategies and negotiations to positively resolve civil legal matters for the agency’s benefit prior to litigation.

• Prepares cases for hearings or trials, drafts and negotiates agreements and contracts; interprets laws, regulations, and rules;
• prepares or coordinates the preparation of legal documents; renders legal advice and counsel; works with attorneys from other federal and state agencies;

and reviews and drafts agency policies, administrative rules, and bills for legislative consideration. Provides guidance to paralegal staff in the preparation of legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.

In conjunction with the Chief Counsel, serves as a liaison with the Texas Attorney General’s Office (OAG) in connection with civil litigation for general litigation, appeals, and core proceedings before the Supreme Court of the United States and in bankruptcy.

Performs work on special projects and provides internal legal guidance as requested. Advises and assists the agency’s Legal Counsel for Human Resources and Ethics with respect to the defense of claims in employment matters that may lead to litigation.

Leads the coordination of legal assistance from the OAG if employment matters proceed to litigation. Assists the agency and OAG with defense of claims.

Assists the agency and CID with matters that may or may not proceed with a criminal arrest and prosecution; may proceed administratively or through a civil action in matters that the agency has determined in will not proceed with criminal charges.

Provides internal coordination for the work of others and may supervise the work of others.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Graduation from an accredited law school with a LL.B. or J.D.degree.

Experience :

• Six (6) years of litigation experience.
• Three (3) years working in or with federal, state, or local government, or administrativelaw.

Preferred Experience :

• Providing legal support to one or more Comptroller divisions.
• Leading investigations, discovery, and e-discovery.
• Supervising legal assistants or paralegals.
• Drafting administrative rules and / orlegislation.
• Drafting complex legal agreements andcontracts.

Licenses and Certifications

• Active license in good standing to practice law in the State of Texas is required.
• Active Texas Contract Manager and / or Texas Contract Developer certification is preferred.

In this role you will :

• Serve as Liaison to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) and Other Agencies on General Litigation Matters
• Perform Investigations; Conduct Electronic and General Discovery; Protect Data Confidentiality and Assert Privileges
• Accept Service of Process and Delivery of Legal Documents
• Research Bankruptcy Filings; Serve as Liaison to Attorney General
• Draft and Review Agency Policies, Rules, and Legislation
• Initiates and Manages Outside Counsel and Expert Contracts for General Litigation
• Perform Review to Execute Unclaimed Property Subpoenas; Handle Related Litigation
• Assists in Coordinating the agency Anti-fraud program and activities
• Perform Non-Litigation Risk, Governance, and Preservation Activities
• Assists in implementing privacy laws as needed
• Assists agency response to data security incidents and issues
• Performs other duties as assigned

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family.

Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start.

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

MILITARY PREFERENCE

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