A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
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Closing Date:
22nd September, 2026
Description:
Description The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is the state agency responsible for administering health and human services to Kentuckians. In the Office of Legal Services (OLS) of CHFS, our mission is to provide reasoned advice, wise counsel, and skilled representation to the Cabinet's Officers, employees, and departments. The Staff Attorney III will have an office in Frankfort, and have duties in Franklin and all other counties, so travel may be required. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Drafting legal documents, litigation in State and Federal court, and at administrative hearings. Legal research and providing legal advice to employees of the Cabinet. Draft correspondence and/or communicate verbally with staff, citizens, authorized representatives, insurance agents, and other interested and authorized parties regarding findings and/or resolution of members' complaints. Will assist with Open Record Requests.
The ideal candidate would be:
Highly organized with strong independent research skills and a team player. Attention to detail and time management skills. Think analytically, effectively, and accurately. Ability to communicate both written and verbally, as well as collaborate well with others. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in
U.S. CHFS
will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Minimum Requirements:
Education :
See Special Requirements.
Experience, Training, or Skills :
Must have two years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law. Substitute Education for
Experience :
A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) will substitute for one year of the required experience. Substitute Experience for
Education :
None Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.) : Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission). Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials. Working Conditions Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in
