Legal Counsel

Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Columbus, OH
Category Legal
Job Description
The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking two experienced lawyers to fill the positions of Legal Counsel within the Office of the Chief Legal Officer. The Legal Counsel is responsible for assisting with the legal, legislative, and policy affairs of the Supreme Court, providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to the Supreme Court and its advisory bodies and addressing other legal issues impacting the Ohio judicial branch.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required
  • Two to five years of legal experience directly related legal experience in the public or private sector
  • Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively either verbally or in writing
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to assess complex issues logically
  • Ability to troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently

Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  • Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
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