Deputy General Counsel

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
License to practice law in State of Oklahoma
Active membership of the Oklahoma Bar Association
Minimum one (1) year of legal experience
Knowledge of applicable laws, agency policies and procedures
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws, agency policies and procedures
Skill in independently conducting complex and difficult research
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to develop documents, reports, and presentations
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with agency staff and partners, court personnel, and stakeholders

Supports General Counsel by providing legal and administrative support and counsel on agency and department issues
Researches, analyzes complex information, and reports findings and conclusions on agency and administrative programs, issues, and concerns
Reviews and provides legal counsel and guidance on contracts, legal filings and opinions, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment matters, and litigation, and proposed legislation
Prepares appropriate legal and administrative documents for agency related administrative or litigated issues and concerns
Negotiates agreements
Represents the organization in legal proceedings, including first- and second- chair responsibility in state, federal, appellate, and administrative court proceedings
Analyzes complex factual and legal issues to develop evidence through witness interviews, depositions, or other discovery
Collaborates with external legal counsel, internal agency divisions or department, and other state agencies
Manages or assists in managing the legal risks for the agency
Manages internal administrative functions and duties, such as budget and human resources, for the legal department
Supervises and manages lower-level attorneys and other legal staff
Serves as General Counsel in absence of the General Counsel