Assistant General Counsel - Litigation Counselor

Company: Suffolk County Sheriff's Department
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Represents department in litigation, researches legal issues and prepares memoranda on pertinent legal topics as assigned by the General Counsel; performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the direction of the General Counsel. In the absence of the General Counsel, works under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Provides guidance and assistance to interns, paralegals, and administrative staff assigned to the General Counsel's Office.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represents the Sheriff, the Department and departmental employees in litigation filed in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies;
  
• Responsible for all aspects of case management, from the commencement of the action through the appellate process, on cases assigned by the General Counsel;
  
• Acts as a special hearing officer on discipline proceedings and fact finding hearings as appointed by the General Counsel;
  
• Represents the Department in various labor relation, negotiations and arbitration proceedings;
  
• Reviews correspondence from opposing counsel and responds appropriately;
  
• Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of contract documents;
  
• Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of departmental policies;
  
• Researches and drafts legal memoranda regarding legal issues relating to the Department;
  
• Investigates and reports on incidents/issues as assigned by the General Counsel;
  
• Responds to public record requests and civil subpoenas sent to the Department;
  
• Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned; and
  
• Performs such additional duties as the Sheriff or designee may assign from time to time.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  
• Considerable knowledge of the Massachusetts and Federal Court systems;
  
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system;
  
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form;
  
• Working knowledge of and skill at interviewing techniques;
  
• Ability to present effective oral arguments;
  
• Ability to perform legal research and prepare memos and briefs;
  
• Experience in civil litigation;
  
• Admission to the Massachusetts and Federal Bar;
  
• Thorough knowledge of Department policies and procedures is preferred;
  
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
  
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  
  
• Represent the Department in assigned legal matters;
  
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda and briefs;
  
• Effectively prepare and present assigned cases, prepare witnesses, cross-examine opposing parties, and present oral arguments;
  
• Conduct necessary depositions;
  
• Regular, punctual and predictable attendance at assigned workplace, courthouse, and at scheduled meetings;
  
• Knowledge of, compliance with, and enforcement of Department policies and procedures;
  
• Knowledge of, and compliance with court rules, procedures, and deadlines;
  
• Maintain good standing in Massachusetts and Federal bar;
  
• Compliance with security procedures;
  
• Obey moderately complex oral and written orders;
  
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
  
• Able to independently initiate a project, execute the necessary steps, and complete in a timely and effective manner;
  
• Deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations, including emergencies; and
  
• Exercise good judgment.
  
  MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  
  
• Sit or stand periodically for 8 hours;
  
• Appear and perform in courtroom;
  
• Lift up to 25 pounds;
  
• Carry up to 25 pounds;
  
• Climb stairs occasionally;
  
• Walk short distances;
  
• Use a personal computer and e-mail; and
  
• Write and type.
  
  ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
  Participation in mandatory training.
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