Assistant Attorney

Job Description AKHIRE is recruiting for the following position: ......................................................................... Position Title: Assistant Attorney Location: Anchorage, AK Pay: $130,000 - $140,000 Per Year Term: Permanent ......................................................................... Summary - Assistant Attorney Investigate legal issues; prepare and present legal responses; perform a wide variety of legal and administrative tasks Duties - Assistant Attorney Assists in reviewing, approving and negotiating contracts and legal issues; manages assigned issues and assures that they are resolved within office policy guidelines. Applies legal expertise in a variety of legal fields including administrative, contract, tort, personnel, environmental, regulatory, and other fields of law which apply to municipalities. Conducts legal research; gathers and compiles legal instruments and documents; identifies and evaluates witnesses, records and other information required to present the case; prepares and presents legal documents and analyses as required. Review pertinent decisions, policies, regulations and other legal matters. Represents the Borough at hearings; brings cases before Hearing Boards; examines witnesses and argues facts of the case in relation to points of law, case law and legal precedent. Monitor and review trends in legal issues and civil justice. Onsite work rotations at Barrow HQ office required.​ Requirements Juris Doctor (JD) degree Two years legal experience preferred Must have passed the Bar in any state, and are eligible to take the Bar in Alaska. Maintain a clear criminal record. Benefits Outside of standard benefits packages position also may qualify for Potential eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness Moving expenses covered up to $3,000 #IND123