The Office of Legislative Counsel seeks to hire an attorney to handle issues related to economic development, corporations, consumer protection, workforce development, and housing. The attorney will provide legal research and analysis, legislative drafting, policy analysis, and other legal services to the Vermont General Assembly, and will testify frequently before legislative committees. The Office of Legislative Counsel is a nonpartisan office that provides legal support to all members of the General Assembly, regardless of party or political affiliation. Serving as a Legislative Counsel is challenging, interesting, and exciting. You will be part of a highly professional and collegial team that is proud of, and enthusiastic about, the mission of the Office.
Required Education and Experience:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or successful completion of a recognized law office study program
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Vermont or, if licensed outside Vermont, admission to the Vermont Bar within a reasonable time
- A minimum of 3-5 years professional legal experience
Required Skills:
- Strong research, analysis, and writing skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to perform at the highest level under pressure
- Strong work ethic
- Ability always to remain professional and impartial while working in a political environment
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in one or more of the subject areas listed above or in legislative drafting, or both, is preferred but not required
The comprehensive State benefits package includes health insurance and retirement plans.
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.