What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney I position at MS Dept. of Revenue?
Employer: Mississippi Department of Revenue
Position: Attorney I
Requirements: Licensed to practice law in the federal and state courts in the State of Mississippi.
Writing sample required
Location:
Legal Division
500 Clinton Center Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
Description of Work:
- Represent the Mississippi Department of Revenue in administrative appeals, as well as cases at the trial and appellate levels.
- Conduct all aspects of discovery including taking and defending depositions.
- Draft legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and memoranda.
- Conduct legal research for use in preparing legal documents and providing legal advice to the Department staff and information to the general public.
- Perform all other duties assigned by Chief Counsel.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:
- Law Degree and License to practice law in Mississippi (required)
- Effective Written and Oral Communication (required)
- Litigation Experience (a plus)
- Bankruptcy Experience (a plus)
- Accounting or Tax Classes or Experience (a plus)
Inquires and Resumes Sent To:
Bridgette Thomas
Mississippi Department of Revenue
Post Office Box 22828
Jackson, MS 39225
Telephone: (601) 923-7412
E-mail: Bridgette. Thomas@dor.ms.gov
Deadline For Submission of Resume: February 28, 2025
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $56,345.82 - $88,040.35 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Doctorate (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $56,346 - $88,040
