Assistant Bar Counsel

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Assistant Bar Counsel
The candidate is accountable for assisting in the processing of complaints against attorneys. Works under the general supervision of an employee of higher grade. May lead/supervise lower level employees as assigned. Assists in the review of records of complaints from grievance panels and makes appropriate recommendations to the Statewide Grievance Committee including opinions of the jurisdictional propriety and substantive merit of complaints; assists the Committee in conducting hearings and rendering decisions; performs necessary legal research; discusses opinions with the members of the Committee; for matters brought to the attention of the Statewide Grievance Committee or the Statewide Bar Counsel before January 1, 2004, assists in the investigation and prosecution of complaints involving unauthorized practice of law; drafts court papers and files appearance as counsel for the committee regarding complaints filed before January 1, 2004; prepares cases for hearings before the Committee; assists in questioning witnesses and provides procedural and legal advice to the Committee; with respect to grievance complaints filed before January 1, 2004, participates in pretrial discussions with opposing counsel and the court; with respect to grievance complaints filed before January 1, 2004, initiates and prosecutes litigation in Superior Court to determine: appropriate disciplinary sanctions to be imposed against an attorney accused of misconduct, and whether an attorney should be suspended because of disability; may offer opinions to the court regarding appropriate resolution; provides information to the public regarding the grievance process; prepares reports and correspondence; may conduct special assignments for the Office of the Chief Court Administrator; acts for supervisor during absences; performs related duties as required. Considerable knowledge of law and legal process, legal principles and practice; knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to analyze legal problems, present statements of fact, law, and argument. Membership in the Connecticut Bar and 1 year of experience in litigation. College training in Management Information Systems or related field may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of fifteen semester hours equaling one half year of experience to a maximum of two years.

Closing Date: 28 September 2020.

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