Municipal Law Attorney Job at Rudman & Winchell LLC, Bangor, ME

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  • Rudman & Winchell LLC
  • Bangor, ME

Job Description


Description:

An attorney admitted to practice in the state who performs substantive legal functions in client matters. Maintains positive contact with clients and observes confidentiality in client matters. Participates in the firm's marketing efforts and is responsible for client development. May be assigned to work independently or under the direct supervision of other attorney(s) employed by the firm.

Responsibilities include:

  • Maintains membership in state bar and completes all required Continuing Legal Education requirements on an annual basis.
  • Follows the ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the state and complies with all requirements of the firm's professional liability insurer.
  • Sets retainer and payment schedule with client for legal services to be directed by and/or performed by associate under the terms of the firm's fee agreement.
  • Monitors account receivables.
  • Reviews and analyzes newly assigned work and existing matters in order to provide legal representation until the matter is concluded.
  • Responsible for assembling and ensuring the accuracy of all correspondence, documents, and pleadings in connection with legal representation.
  • Performs necessary legal research using all available resources including libraries and computer data systems.
  • Formulates and issues well-rounded legal opinions to clients.
  • Effectively conducts negotiations, when appropriate, to resolve matters on behalf of clients.
  • Advises and communicates regularly with clients regarding the status of a matter.
  • Represents client in district, state or federal court or in administrative setting such as town meeting or hearing.

Requirements:
  • Knowledge of law and legal practice in order to perform substantive legal function in client matters as normally acquired through completion of a Juris Doctor degree and successful completion of Maine State Bar Exam.
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail for up to 90% of work time.
  • Analytical skills necessary to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.
  • Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and provide authorized information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
  • Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate by telephone and provide authorized information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
  • Ability to travel to private and public buildings locally and statewide via private or public conveyance to attend to client needs on legal matters.
  • Work frequently requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.

Rudman Winchell offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package and provides opportunities for professional growth and development.

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