Job Information Assistant Attorney-General (JLG/LO 4) Company Information
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Job Type Full-time
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Category Legal
Posted 18-07-2021
Job Status
Start Publishing 18-07-2021
Stop Publishing 27-07-2021
Description

Applications are invited to be assigned to the following post in the Litigation Division and State Proceedings, Attorney
General’s Chambers (AGC): Assistant Attorney-General (JLG/LO 4) – (Not Vacant), salary range $3,288,646 -
$3,909,166 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.

Job Purpose

Under the general direction and leadership of the Deputy Solicitor-General-Litigation and State Proceedings, the Assistant Attorney-General prepares for and conducts trials and advises on pleadings and other Court filings for a range of complex legal claims brought by or against the Government of Jamaica (GOJ).

Key Responsibilities

Technical:

  • Advocates in the Courts of Jamaica on behalf of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of Government; initiates legal proceedings in the Supreme Court on behalf of Ministries, Departments and Agencies of Government who seek the representation of the Attorney-General’s Chambers;
  • Reviews incoming cases to assess the type of case, identifies legal issues, and determines pending deadlines and initial Court appearances;
  • Formulates strategy for a range of cases;
  • Writes for instructions and follows-up on matters relating to claims;
  • Interviews witnesses and meets with clients;
  • Conducts a range of complex legal research;
  • Drafts pleadings and other Court documents;
  • Appears as Counsel at the Industrial Disputes Tribunal; the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal;
  • Engages in Court mandated mediations;
  • Negotiates settlements and settles claims;
  • Writes opinions for various Ministries, Departments and Agencies of Government in litigious matters;
  • Advises, consults with, and briefs the Senior Assistant Attorney General, on the status of all assigned cases;
  • Oversees and helps to co-ordinate the preparation of Litigation assignments of paralegals and administrative staff;
  • Responds to queries or provide information as necessary or required;
  • Remains current on GOJ policies/initiatives in an effort to add value and inform decision making;
  • Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, maintaining membership in professional organizations and participating in Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) initiatives.

Administrative:

  • Liaises with MDAs in relation to legal matters referred to the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC);
  • Contributes to the development of the Strategic and Operational Plan and Budget;
  • Develops Individual Work Plans based on alignment to the Division’s Plan;
  • Participates in meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences as required;
  • Prepares reports and other documents as required;
  • Prepares and delivers legal presentations as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core:

  • Excellent interpersonal
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong client relations skills
  • Excellent planning and organizing skills
  • Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
  • Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications

Technical:

  • Excellent presentation and advocacy skills
  • Excellent legal research and analytical skills
  • In-depth and extensive knowledge of the Laws of Jamaica and the broad field of law or practice relating to advocacy and litigation
  • Excellent oral and written communication including the ability to communicate legal information in a manner which can be understood by decision makers and users
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement and convictions of purpose in unfavourable or unpopular situations
  • Problem solving and negotiation/facilitation skills and experience
  • Good strategic and analytical skills to enable them to advise on complex issues
  • IT skills in relation to Word, PowerPoint, Excel and MS Project and associated legal software

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree;
  • Certificate in Legal Education;
  • Five to six (5-6) years experience at the Bar as an Advocate.

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Tuesday July 27, 2021 to:
Director, Human Resource Management and Administration
Attorney General’s Chambers
2 Oxford Road (NCB Towers) (First Floor)
Kingston 5
Email: hrm@agc.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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