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Attorney (Deputy or Sr. Deputy Solicitor General)
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Full-time
On-site
Onamia, MN, United States
SUMMARY:
Attorney provides direct representation and advice to various government departments; manages a case load at all stages of litigation involving extensive courtroom work primarily in child welfare matters in both Tribal and State court; prepares legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documents; performs legal research and general contract review; and assists in statutory review and drafting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Advise Band executive staff, legislative staff, and the Solicitor General on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of laws and regulations.
Assist in the representation of the Band in civil actions brought by or against the Band, on all legal issues and at functions related to assigned responsibilities.
Prepare and present cases in the Band's judicial system, especially in child protection cases.
Review drafts of laws, rules, and regulations affecting Band operations and administration, including government contracts review.
Assist in drafting legislation and reviewing proposed legislation.
Assure that other divisions within the Band are updated on pertinent legal issues.
Ability to plan, assigns, and/or supervises the work of others.
Senior Deputy assumes a visible leadership role including coordinating research or administrative projects, demonstrating a higher level of drafting or advising on various contractual agreements, and acting as a mentor sharing knowledge and assisting the professional development of less experienced Deputies.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an American Bar Association approved law school with a J.D. degree.
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Minnesota, if presently licensed within the jurisdiction.
Must possess a license to practice law in the State of Minnesota, and therefore must present either the above-referenced Certificate of Good Standing or a copy of a completed and pending Application for Admission to the Bar of Minnesota.
Knowledge or experience in American Indian law and court systems preferred but will train. Senior Deputy must possess a minimum of five (5) years of such experience or seven (7) years of licensed practice.
Legal and native cultural principles or practices and knowledge or experience in child protection matters a plus.
Experience in conducting hearings, preparing opinions and briefs, and preparing cases for trial a plus.
Ability to communicate effectively and persuade or lead others.
Personal computer skills in a Windows environment.
Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable under the Band's Auto Insurance Policy.
Must pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Onamia, MN 56359
Attorney provides direct representation and advice to various government departments; manages a case load at all stages of litigation involving extensive courtroom work primarily in child welfare matters in both Tribal and State court; prepares legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documents; performs legal research and general contract review; and assists in statutory review and drafting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Advise Band executive staff, legislative staff, and the Solicitor General on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of laws and regulations.
Assist in the representation of the Band in civil actions brought by or against the Band, on all legal issues and at functions related to assigned responsibilities.
Prepare and present cases in the Band's judicial system, especially in child protection cases.
Review drafts of laws, rules, and regulations affecting Band operations and administration, including government contracts review.
Assist in drafting legislation and reviewing proposed legislation.
Assure that other divisions within the Band are updated on pertinent legal issues.
Ability to plan, assigns, and/or supervises the work of others.
Senior Deputy assumes a visible leadership role including coordinating research or administrative projects, demonstrating a higher level of drafting or advising on various contractual agreements, and acting as a mentor sharing knowledge and assisting the professional development of less experienced Deputies.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an American Bar Association approved law school with a J.D. degree.
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Minnesota, if presently licensed within the jurisdiction.
Must possess a license to practice law in the State of Minnesota, and therefore must present either the above-referenced Certificate of Good Standing or a copy of a completed and pending Application for Admission to the Bar of Minnesota.
Knowledge or experience in American Indian law and court systems preferred but will train. Senior Deputy must possess a minimum of five (5) years of such experience or seven (7) years of licensed practice.
Legal and native cultural principles or practices and knowledge or experience in child protection matters a plus.
Experience in conducting hearings, preparing opinions and briefs, and preparing cases for trial a plus.
Ability to communicate effectively and persuade or lead others.
Personal computer skills in a Windows environment.
Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable under the Band's Auto Insurance Policy.
Must pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Onamia, MN 56359