Senior Attorney

Job Duties

The successful candidate will serve as agency counsel, advising decision-makers throughout the organization on the legal risks and obligations associated with their duties as employees or board members.

This position may also represent the Commonwealth in state or federal court, before regulatory bodies, and to third parties in pre-litigation and transactional matters.

Additionally, this individual will provide other legal services to the Commonwealth as directed by the Office of the Attorney General.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have excellent analytical abilities and written and oral communication skills and be able to respond to legal requests in a timely fashion.

Excellent interpersonal skills are also required. High level organizational skills and an ability to manage many projects simultaneously and work under pressure are required.

A minimum of five years of experience in the general practice of law or the service of state agencies or institutions is preferred.

Preference will be given to applicants with specific experience in the representation of higher education institutions.

This position will be based at the main campus in Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.

Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

For consideration, you must apply online at . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.