The Litigation Unit represents the State, its agencies, officials, and employees in civil matters filed in state and federal courts
Job Summary
The Litigation Unit represents the State, its agencies, officials, and employees in civil matters filed in state and federal courts.
This Unit has the responsibility of defending the state against suits and claims, including civil rights cases and major class action litigation.
Essential functions include representing state agencies in civil actions, conducting research, brief writing, discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appellate arguments.
Matching Summary
The Litigation Unit represents the State, its agencies, officials, and employees in civil matters filed in state and federal courts.
Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Represent state agencies in civil actions
Conduct research and brief writing
Manage discovery and depositions
Attend hearings and trials
Argue appellate cases
Maintain client and adversary relationships
Nice-to-have
Collegial work environment
Proactive communication with superiors
Key Requirements
Licensed attorney in good standing with Oklahoma State Bar