Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Austin, TX

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Austin, TX

Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Austin, TX

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

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Salary Range: $7, - $13,
Job Title: Attorney IV
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in the practice of law, administrative law experience preferred.
Organization: Health & Human Services Commission
Department: Legal Services Division, Enforcement Department
Location: Multiple locations including Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Dallas
Contact: AccessHR Service Center
Salary Group: B28
Posting Type: Open to All Applicants
Category: Legal
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Days (First)
Travel: 10%

Job Summary:
The Health & Human Services Commission is seeking an experienced attorney to join their Legal Services Division as an Attorney IV in the Enforcement Department. This position offers the opportunity for telework up to five days per week and requires at least 2 years of experience in the practice of law, with a preference for administrative law experience. The Attorney IV will serve as legal counsel for the HHSC and DSHS, representing the agencies in contested cases and providing legal support related to HHS sanctions. This position requires strong litigation skills and the ability to handle a busy docket of cases independently. The Attorney IV will also provide training and consultation to program staff and ensure legal sufficiency of proposed sanctions.

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide legal representation, consultation, and support to program areas across the Health and Human Services system
- Consult with program staff on complex legal issues
- Review policies, rules, regulations, and forms for compliance with legal standards
- Manage caseloads and prepare cases for trial
- Represent HHSC at hearings governed by the Administrative Procedures Act from docketing to completion
- Analyze evidence and prepare case strategies
- Prepare and serve discovery requests and respond to discovery
- Prepare and respond to motions
- Identify and prepare witnesses
- Conduct depositions

Qualifications:
- JD or LLB degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the State Bar of Texas
- At least 2 years of experience in the practice of law
- Preference for administrative law experience
- Skilled in legal research, writing, and analysis
- Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
- Demonstrated sound judgment
- Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures Act and civil trial practice
- Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with clients, government employees, and stakeholder groups
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to maintain effective and collegial relationships with all levels of management, staff, and the public
- Ability to analyze complex factual and legal issues related to federal and state laws
- Proficiency in computer applications and databases related to essential job functions, including computer-assisted legal research and word processing software

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Applicants must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.

Additional Information:
Experience in civil trials and administrative hearings under the Administrative Procedure Act is preferred. HHS agencies use E-Verify and you must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online application, . If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Salary:
The salary range for this position is $7, - $13,, with salary group B28.

Locations:
This position is available in multiple locations, including Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Dallas.

Closing Date:
The closing date for this position is 09/18/2024.

To apply for this position, visit the HHS job posting website and enter the posting number 615469.

H1: Attorney IV - Health & Human Services Commission
H2: Join Our Legal Team as an Attorney IV in the Enforcement Department

Bullet Points:
- Seeking experienced attorney for Attorney IV position in the Enforcement Department of the Health & Human Services Commission
- Full-time position with opportunity for telework up to five days per week
- Requires at least 2 years of experience in the practice of law, with a preference for administrative law experience
- Responsible for representing HHSC and DSHS in contested cases and providing legal support related to HHS sanctions
- Must have strong litigation skills and the ability to handle a busy docket of cases independently
- Provides training and consultation to program staff and ensures legal sufficiency of proposed sanctions
- Salary range of $7, - $13, with salary group B28
- Multiple locations available including Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Lubbock, and Dallas
- Closing date for application is 09/18/2024
- Applicants must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas
- HHS agencies use E-Verify and applicants must bring I-9 documentation on first day of work
- ADA accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities during hiring and selection process
- To apply, visit HHS job posting website and enter posting number 615469.

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