Assistant Parish Attorney (Legal)

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Represents the Parish and/or its elected officials, departments and employees in legal proceedings in state and federal court, and in administrative proceedings, from case initiation through appeal; will supervise litigation conducted by outside counsel in very limited circumstances. Provides oral and written legal advice to the elected officials of the Caddo Parish Commission as well as to all other parish departments and employees. Drafts ordinances and resolutions.Drafts contracts and agreements for all parish departments, including bid and proposal documents.Reviews proposed legislation that has a potential impact on the Parish. Conducts legal research on various topics.Independently investigates facts and reviews findings for substantiation. Attends Parish Commission and other meetings.